Lane is nominated for a Tony for his portrayal of Arthur Miller's iconic salesman: "When people come back and talk about it, if they're not weeping, they're saying things like, 'You were my father.'" npr.org/2026/05/07/nx-…
A new recording by the esteemed string quartet celebrates the gospel singer's friendships with Martin Luther King, Jr. and Studs Terkel, whose interviews with her are included in a piece by Chicago composer Stacy Garrop. wttw.com/playlist/2026/…
Chicago’s free summer concert series is back, and highlights include Chicago DJ Ca$h Era, Atlanta hip hop ensemble Arrested Development and Prince collaborator Sheila E., often dubbed the “Queen of Percussion.” mrf.lu/VwLB
Millennium Park is bringing back its summer programs, including free outdoor film screenings kicking off in June. The city released its movie lineup which features beloved classics, iconic blockbusters and family-friendly hits. blockclubchi.co/3QSvStK
Be happy with the ordinary. If you can’t find peace in a quiet cup of coffee, no amount of fame, wealth, or status will ever feel enough. Learn to sit with yourself first. Doing nothing. No distractions. No stimulation. Just you. Let the restlessness settle. Let your mind slow down. Then add a coffee. A book. A walk. And you’ll realize that the life you were chasing was already here. In the ordinary little moments.