To See Takei: George Takei to Take Stage at Chicago Theatre Tomorrow Night
On TV, George Takei played the iconic role of Lieutenant Sulu in Star Trek. He was a helmsmen, an officer, and at times even commanded the ship during the […]
Focus On: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
[soliloquy id=”9223″] The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is the oldest museum in Chicago, having just recently celebrated its 160th year in January. Situated in Lincoln Park, in an angular […]
On The Road: How Seattle’s MoPOP and the Chicago Museum Scene Break Antiquated Barriers with Innovative Ideas
When I travel, I look for unique. What are the sights you can’t see elsewhere, the foods that you must try, or the places locals are most proud of? When […]
Winner…of Our Discontent Wins Us Over at Second City
It was back in March that Chicago came out in force to protest the Trump rally and forced it out of town. And while that pushback and protest didn’t precede […]
Best of 2016: Tales from Beyond
Beyond is a broad category. As such, it’s been hard to choose just three things that represent the best things we covered in Chicago this year. So much so, I may […]
On Losing Leia: Carrie Fisher and Her Legacy Live On
My formative years were spent on nerdy endeavors. As such, while other 13-year-old girls were obsessed with boys, clothes and makeup, I was lost in space. I’d found Star Wars, […]
Sky Forest at the Garfield Park Conservatory Simply Stunning
[soliloquy id=”8390″] We’re only four days out from Christmas, everyone! We here at Third Coast hope the rest of your holiday planning, travelling and shopping go well, but we also […]
Laughing All The Way: Second City’s Twist Your Dickens Is a Hilarious Breath of Fresh Air for the Holidays
It’s no secret that Chicago is home to a comedy powerhouse that’s given us more amazing comedic talent than there’s space to mention here. Second City is rightfully revered, and […]
Singin’ in the Rain at Marriott a Deluge of Color, Comedy and Talent.
Singin’ In The Rain is a classic for good reason. More than that, it’s a meta look at show business and the demand to keep up with technology and trend–for […]
Young Frankenstein at Lake Forest Theatre: Outstanding Performers Polish Production’s Rough Edges
Young Frankenstein is a classic, and a favorite of mine. It’s a silly, slapstick adventure with a real heart, and I’ve always held it close to mine. Mel Brooks and […]
New Tattoo Exhibit at Field Museum Tells Beautiful Tales
Talking to people who are tattooed opens up a treasure trove of personal stories. There are so many reasons people choose to ink their bodies, and even in cases of […]
Ten Creative Ways to Celebrate Halloween in Chicago
It’s not hard to have fun on Halloween. You can stay in, costumed or plain-clothes, and hand out candy to cute little kids in costumes. There’s haunted houses and corn […]