Reaction Formation Revisits Punk Roots 40 Years Later With 2 Reunion Shows This Weekend
The reformed band, which originally got together in high school in the '80s, will play at GMan Tavern this Friday and The Hideout on Sunday.
Riot Fest Rain Only Slightly Dampens Rebellious Rock Spirits
The three-day festival didn't sell out completely, but it was hard to tell from the huge crowds that invaded Douglass Park this weekend.
Winners Of Riot Fest Local Band Contest Will Appear At The Festival This Weekend
Seventy local acts applied to the "Beyond the Fest" contest to get a coveted festival slot, and three will appear this weekend on a Riot Fest stage.
Former Tribune TV Critic Mo Ryan Sheds Light On Hollywood Misconduct, Myths In New Book
Ryan will discuss "Burn It Down: Power, Complicity and a Call for Change in Hollywood” at the Printers Row Lit Fest Sunday.
Lollapalooza’s New VIP Sections Blocked General Admission Fans From Best Viewing Spots
New at this year's Lollapalooza are premium-only viewing sections near the main stages, relegating general admission ticket holders to the back.
Midnight Circus Fights To Survive After City Cuts Funding
After 16 years of performing around the city, Midnight Circus in the Parks announced last week that it will not be able to offer the troupe's usual citywide tour this year.
Midnight Circus’ Full Citywide Tour Canceled For 2023 Season
Calling for donations, Midnight Circus founders said they plan to announce their 2023 program next week — but it won't include a full-scale, citywide tour.
Svengoolie Now Stars In A Comic Book With Origin Stories Of His Pals
The longtime local horror movie host now stars in his own new comic, Svengoolie: Lost In Time, that he helped create for Frank Miller's new comic imprint, FMP.
8 Chicago Barbie Events Where You Can Release Your Inner Barbie Girl
Drag brunch? Trivia? Roller-skating? Take your Barbie love beyond the movie theater this weekend and beyond.
Veruca Salt’s Louise Post Returns To Chicago For Lincoln Hall Show Thursday Night: ‘Chicago Will Always Feel Like Home To Me’
Post is out on her first solo tour to promote her new album Sleepwalker.
Tribute Concert Honoring Chicago’s Best Friend Lin Brehmer Coming To Metro Next Month
The legendary WXRT DJ died in January after a battle with prostate cancer. Tickets go on sale Friday at noon.
Chicago Summer Day Camps Are Still Available For Parents Seeking Childcare And Kids Looking For Fun
Sports, music, swimming, theater, even "ninja" training — your kids can still enjoy a wide variety of activities in the handful of summer weeks that remain.
Why Do We Get Labor Day Off? You Can Thank Chicago Workers
The labor movement has a long and legendary history in Chicago.
