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South Side concert spotlights the long-ignored queer history of gospel music
On one block of Chicago’s South Side, a musical event is celebrating Pride Month by shining a light on queer history – in gospel music. Shout OUT combines live musical performance and historical narration to bring gospel music closer to the stories and icons that produced it. Reset...
Inside WBEZ’s summer guide
Need ideas for fun things to do in and around Chicago this summer? Let WBEZ’s arts and culture team be your guide. From 25 perfect performances to check out to places to dance to street fests, WBEZ’s arts and culture team is highlighting things to do in the Chicago area this summer.
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