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Freebie: Chicago Opera Theater Performs in a Pool

by Jessica Mlinaric / November 8, 2013January 7, 2017

If you’ve never seen opera, this is a great opportunity to get your feet wet.

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Arts, Chicago, Culture

SOFA Chicago 2013

by Jessica Mlinaric / November 2, 2013December 28, 2016

Sculpture Objects Functional Art + Design Fair celebrates its 20th anniversary this weekend.

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Culture, Music

Interview: Brandon Schwartzel of FIDLAR

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 29, 2013January 7, 2025

FIDLAR discusses an upcoming album, party music, and Halloween costumes.

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Architecture, Chicago, Culture

Art Deco Delight at Open House Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 19, 2013January 7, 2017

Enjoy a rare chance to tour this historic private building courtesy of the Chicago Architecture Foundation.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

Fiona Apple And Blake Mills at the Chicago Theater

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 17, 2013January 7, 2025

Fiona Apple returned to Chicago Tuesday with Blake Mills.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

Riot Fest 2013 Highlights

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 18, 2013January 7, 2025

From reuniting The Replacements to featuring badass ladies like Joan Jett and Blondie, Riot Fest ruled.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

Empire of the Sun Burns Like A Supernova At Aragon

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 13, 2013January 7, 2025

Empire of the Sun landed at the Aragon Ballroom with intergalactic electro-pop theatrics.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

Interview: Steve Albini Talks About Shellac, Chicago, And Remastering Nirvana’s ‘In Utero’

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 11, 2013January 7, 2025

The legendary musician and recording engineer still manages to keep fans on their toes.

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Culture, Music

Interview: Flume On His Upcoming U.S. Tour

by Jessica Mlinaric / August 26, 2013January 7, 2025

Flume has mass musical appeal while staying true to his sense of experimentation.

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Culture, Des Moines

The Iowa State Fair – Nothing Compares

by Jessica Mlinaric / August 18, 2013January 6, 2025

The fair is the largest event in the state of Iowa, thus a fitting occasion for my first visit to the Hawkeye State.

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