ARTS & (HOME) ENTERTAINMENT RECOMMENDATIONS Since being stuck inside, which shows have you been watching? Which movies? Have you read any good books lately? Any new music releases have you dancing in your living room? StreetWise vendors, readers and staff are sharing what is occupying their attention during this unprecedented time. To be featured in a future edition, send your recommendations of things you do at home and why you love them to Creative Director / Publisher Dave Hamilton at dhamilton@streetwise.org
A Reliable Perspective!
Journalism and Police Accountability: Perspectives from the Chicago Reader and the Chicago Torture Justice Center Inspired by the Chicago Reader's extraordinary, decades-long reporting on police torture in Chicago, this program explores the role of journalism in uncovering police violence. How has such coverage influenced actual practices and policies related to policing? Join the Newberry for a virtual conversation at 6 p.m. on January 19, with Reader publisher Karen Hawkins, former Reader reporter John Conroy, Aislinn Pulley, co-executive director of the Chicago Torture Justice Center, and Mark Clements, an activist and police torture survivor. Since its founding in 1971 as a free and independent weekly newspaper, the Chicago Reader has become the place Chicagoans look for cuttingedge criticism, long-form investigative journalism, and much more. Co-sponsored by the Chicago Reader, this program is being held in connection with The Chicago Reader at 50, now on view in the Newberry exhibition galleries. Register for free at https://www.newberry.org/programs-and-events
B I N G O !
Bible Bingo Now in its 11th year, Bible Bingo is a long-running, interactive comedy play, written by Vicki Quade. The premise is that Mrs. Mary Margaret O’Brien, a former nun, is here tonight to raise money with bingo. It’s a crazy night of bible trivia, audience interaction, and the funniest quiz about the Holy Family you’ve ever seen. Add to that a box of wacky prizes, fun bingo cards, and a lot of Catholic humor for a night of entertainment you’ll never forget. And in this interactive bingo show, you’ll actually play bingo. All ticket buyers will have to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. The Greenhouse follows the City of Chicago mandate that masks are to be worn indoors in public places. Shows are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through March 12. Tickets are $35, with group rates available at greenhousetheatercenter.com.
Live Literature!
(HOME) ENTERTAINMENT
2022 Fillet of Solo Festival Former Lifeline Theatre Artistic Director Dorothy Milne and former Live Bait Theater Artistic Director Sharon Evans are pleased to announce the 25th Annual Fillet of Solo Festival, presented virtually by Lifeline Theatre. Celebrating the breadth of Chicago’s enduring storytelling and live-lit scene, Lifeline virtually brings 10 storytelling collectives and 28 solo performers together from all over the country in a three-week online gallery of powerful, personal stories. The 2022 Fillet of Solo Festival will stream from January 21–February 13, online via a password-protected website where ticket holders will have access to the full lineup of stories until the Festival concludes. Ticket prices are “Name Your Price” (suggested $45) for access to the gallery for the full three weeks PLUS live virtual extras including panel discussions and storytelling workshops with Festival artists. Tickets are now available for purchase by calling the Lifeline Box Office, 773.761.4477, or by visiting www.lifelinetheatre.com.
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Classical Lunch Hour!
Dame Myra Hess Concert The International Music Foundation presents the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert. Enjoy free weekly classical concert in-person at the 17th Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Drive, Wednesday, January 19, at 12:15 p.m. In accordance with the Chicago mask mandate, all attendees will be required to wear a face mask throughout the performance, regardless of vaccination status. This week, the Avalon String Quartet performs music by Ludwig van Beethoven and Libby Larsen. Concerts may also be viewed at imfchicago.org or listened to on 98.7 WFMT.
