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Well, we've been hearing about Looptopia for awhile. A big overnight festival held in the Loop, blah blah. We didn't think too much about it. We pretty much dismiss the Loop after 5 p.m. and give it up for lost on the weekends. Looptopia is obviously working hard to change all that. It's going on this Friday through early Saturday morning and since we're going to be down there, we decided to check out the...

The Silk Road Theatre Project is truly blessed. Dedicated to showcasing Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Asian playwrights chronicling the people of the Silk Road and their descendents, the company took residence in the First United Methodist Church (a.k.a. The Chicago Temple) three years ago. Despite religious differences, church and company leadership forged a mutual respect born out of shared goals. Both groups value storytelling as a powerful tool to foster harmony in a diverse society....

After yesterday’s “curiosities” we were beginning to doubt the Tribune’s commitment to Sparkle Motion. Um, the Loop. Anyway, they get back in the groove today with an “Unusual Tour.” While it’s pretty tough to get off the beaten path while on the city’s most beaten path, the Trib gives it a good try. As promised, the recap; drum roll, please.