Tag Archives: chicago
#Chicago Mr. Rickey Calls A Meeting – Closes 2.19.12
Once upon a time a talented little girl named J. Nicole Brooks directed a play, called Mr. Rickey Calls A Meeting (Lookingglass Theater), starring 6 powerful men who tell the … Continue reading
#Chicago – Peter Hadar Returns with Take Off Victoria Tour – 2.15.12
Friend of the blog and and one of my favorite crooners, Peter Hadar brings back his melodies as he kicks off a new tour and a new album release. … Continue reading
#Chicago Ladies Do It All Festival – presented by Digital Youth Network March 7-10
This March – in honor of Women’s History Month – Digital Youth Network will showcase the women who “do it all” within the world of digital media. Join chief wrecka … Continue reading
Education Fundraiser ALERT: Ashra Kwesi is coming to Chicago – January 28 2012
Mark your calendars! Master Teacher Ashra Kwesi is coming to Chicago! “Unlocking the African Genius: The African Origin of Civilization from the Books to the Stone” Saturday, January 28, 2012 … Continue reading
#Chicago The Indie Grinder – Room 11 Album Release 11.11.11
Your favorite funk/rock band Room 11 is amping up for the 11/11/11 show – and debut of the anticipated album that marries the funk/rock to the soul/hip hop. Nose to … Continue reading
The Reel Critic Interviews – Anthony Mackie at Chicago Intl Film Fest
Our favorite film reviewer, Reggie Ponder – The Reel Critic is back from covering the Chicago International Film Festival (CIFF) and I hear he had a blast checking out some … Continue reading
#Chicago: Congo Square Theatre lands NEW home at Stage 773 in Chicago’s theater-rich Southport Corridor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: (Press Inquiries) FoxBrownFox PR foxbfoxpr@gmail.com TaRon Patton (Theatre Inquiries) Congo Square Theatre (773) 296-1108 or tpatton@congosquaretheatre.org Acclaimed Theater Company Celebrates a New Space … Continue reading
The Indie Grinder: ves120 Presents Vintage Grooves @ Innjoy (10/5 & 10/19)
Supporting the community and supporting the indies that grind! Chicago…if you’re in the area, check it out. Here’s a little something to whet your appetite – a VES120 Mini Mix.
The Indie Grinder: Primeridian and Tall Black Guy Productions
Melodic Healing… featuring Shev Rock is moving me this Monday… I’ve been a fan of The Primeridian for many years now and Tall Black Guy is good people and … Continue reading
#CHIEVENTS Congo Square Theatre Opens Silver Room Block Party
Everyone loves the Silver Room on Milwaukee Ave for their favorite pieces of choice jewelry and know that spot is THE lifestyle spot to be seen being fabulous. Everyone also … Continue reading
Chicago – Project 1 Voice – 6.20.11 – Congo Square Theater
PROJECT1VOICE is a national grassroots movement designed to support and cultivate artistic excellence, creativity and innovation among African-American theatre organizations. Along with preserving the legacies of these theaters and … Continue reading
Chicago: Congo Square Theater – Brothers of The Dust
Brothers of the Dust is a family saga filled with rivalry, betrayal and the hidden passions of the heart, centered around Roy Colton, who has held the reigns of the … Continue reading
New Music! – The Return of Here and Now
Something sweet came into my inbox and I had to share… So happy to drop this little nugget in here and I hope you enjoy it too. The Return of … Continue reading
The Indie Grinder: G.o.D. Jewels – All Things ‘Go
Me and Hip Hop go a long way back…and I love the flavor and the air of Chi-city more than anything. When I tell you that I love this song … Continue reading
New mikeflo – Chi75
So this guy mikeflo is allegedly my fam, but for some reason he barred me from the video shoot for Chi75. This post is a complaint letter. NO…I’m kidding. Due … Continue reading
