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Fan at Riot Fest 2021
Chicago, Culture, Music

My Riot Fest 2021 Highlights

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 22, 2021January 7, 2025

The punk rock carnival is back! Check out my highlights and favorite photos of Riot Fest 2021.

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The Light in the Piazza at Lyric Opera by Liz Lauren
Arts, Chicago, Culture

Fall in Love in Italy This Holiday with The Light in the Piazza at Lyric Opera

by Jessica Mlinaric / December 18, 2019January 18, 2020

Fall in love in 1950’s Italy with the Lyric Opera’s production of ‘The Light in the Piazza.’

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Amen Dunes plays Lincoln Hall Chicago
Chicago, Culture, Music

Amen Dunes Casts a Spell at Lincoln Hall

by Jessica Mlinaric / August 28, 2018January 7, 2025

Amen Dunes bewitched Lincoln Hall with an atmospheric psych-rock performance.

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Photo of Roisin Murphy performing at Chicago's Double Door
Chicago, Culture, Music

Roisin Murphy’s Many Faces at Double Door

by Jessica Mlinaric / November 15, 2016January 7, 2025

The avant-garde Irish pop star thrilled Chicago fans during her sold out show at the Double Door.

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