Behind the Creation of La Llorona: A Journey into Storytelling and Mental Health
2 MIN READ -- Growing up, my Papa shared the story of La Llorona with me—a tale many children in Mexico hear. Maria, in a fit of rage, drowns her…
Exploring the artistry of Shonna Pryor at School of the Art Institute of Chicago and beyond
3 MIN READ –When you stand in acclaimed conceptual artist Shonna Pryor’s studio, deconstructed dinner tables hang draped in fabrics screen printed with pages from 19th century census archives. One…
The ghostly mystery at the Medieval Torture Museum
3 MIN READ – In the heart of the Loop, lies a place where the echoes of eerie whispers and ghostly apparitions roam freely—the Medieval Torture Museum. This immersive experience…
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Downtown living your way at University Center
2 MIN READ -- Looking for a blend of modern comfort and urban living? Welcome to University Center (UC) in the heart of downtown Chicago! UC is more than a…
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Ballet 5:8 choreography showcases diverse storytelling through dance
2 MIN READ -- In the world of dance, female choreographers have often been overlooked, but one artist is leading a transformative movement: Julianna Rubio Slager of Ballet 5:8. Her…
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iAmDad365: Nurturing Fatherhood, Rebuilding Communities
1 MIN READ – The origin of iAmDad365 is deeply rooted in a family of 18 children, a father's love, and an unyielding belief in the transformative power of being…
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Devil's Ball: The one night to hit Auditorium Theatre's landmark stage
1 MIN READ -- Did you know that the Auditorium Theatre is 134 years old and a National Historic Landmark? Some of the most iconic artists in the world have graced…
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Monroe Building: Inside Chicago’s Prime Loop Location
1 MIN READ -- Chicago is known for a lot of things - hot dogs, deep dish pizza, the Cubs and Sox, and Al Capone to name a few. But did…
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Chicago isn’t the crime thunderdome the media says
5 MIN READ – “I hate what’s happening to Chicago.” It’s something a relative of mine who moved out of state over 20 years ago said to me once when I…
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Downtown Chicago shall rise again - by Blair Kamin
10 MIN READ – Nearly 152 years ago, with the ground still hot from the Great Chicago Fire and the core of his city in ruins, Joseph Medill, the late, great…
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