A Playwright’s Ode to Stokely Carmichael By Kris Vire Nambi E. Kelley gives the civil rights activist his due at Court Theatre. Read more
How Amputee and Actress Katy Sullivan Connects with Richard III By Kris Vire Sullivan is touted as the first woman with a disability to play Shakespeare's title character in a major U.S. production of the play. Read more
U.S. World Cup Coach: “We Have a Big Responsibility.” Interview by Stanley Kay Gregg Berhalter will lead the U.S. at the World Cup (and yes, he teaches positivity). Read more
Diana Parker-Kafka Helps Women Travel Here for Abortions Interview by Paula Kamen Her organization, the Midwest Access Coalition, funds and plans trips for those coming to Illinois for safe, legal procedures. Read more
House Theatre of Chicago Gets a New Artistic Director By Kris Vire Lanise Antoine Shelley, House Theatre’s new artistic director, is doing away with boys’-club culture and changing the status quo. Read more
Friendships in Black & White By Corilyn Shropshire When it comes to best friends, does race matter? How these four interracial pairs answered that question might surprise you. Read more
