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The Arts Section

WDCB's Gary Zidek

The Arts Section spotlights creative people, events and ideas. Every week, WDCB's Gary Zidek shines a light on arts and culture in the Chicago area. The mission is to focus on stories within the arts community that aren't being told, with additional commentary and discussions on literature, music, film, food, special events and anything else creative.

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On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek has the story behind alt rock legend David Byrne’s immersive theater project that’s coming to Chicago next year. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review a pla... more

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek takes you inside a former 7-Eleven that’s now a music venue on the northside of Chicago. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review the world premiere play HUNDR... more

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek talks to the director of a new documentary that dives deeper into the story of the Jackie Robinson West little league team that captured the city’s attention for one summer. The Dueling Critics, Ke... more

On this edition of The Arts Section, we start to get into the Halloween spirit, host Gary Zidek talks to the celebrated playwright behind a new horror play opening at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarba... more

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  • Best Local Arts & Culture Show

    I look forward to my Sunday morning thanks to The Arts Section. It’s a great compilation of unique and interesting happenings throughout the Chicagoland area. I can’t recommend enough for thoughtful interviews and inspiring offerings!

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    StephanieMWZ123
    United States6 years ago
  • Fantastic program

    Every week The Arts Section covers a wide-range of topics, often shining a light on stories not being covered elsewhere. Lots of arts, culture and life-style segments.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chicago Arts Fan
    United States6 years ago

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