Why does there seem to always be several great concerts on Sundays at 3:00 p.m.? Seriously, help a classical music fan out. Anyhow, pick one of these, you can't go wrong. more ›

That's the colorful description UIC professor/filmmaker Ben Russell gives this program of his work. It's a juicy and often assaultive performance combining documentary images with handmade electronics and manipulated film projections. His "Trypps" series consists of several short films (the longest is 12 minutes) exploring how the juxtaposition of relatively benign sounds and images can create charged, terrifying fusions. Trippy, indeed. For example, in Black and White Trypps Number Three, footage of a concert audience is layered with different soundtracks. The switches in music create the impression that the audience's mood has changed. more ›

Taking nothing away from established powerhouses such as the CSO and the Lyric Opera, some of the city's best classical music performances take place off the beaten path. This Saturday, one of those places will be Wicker Park's Heaven Gallery, as Fifth House Ensemble performs a concert of American music, including works by a trio of young Chicagoans. more ›

Tomorrow is my dad's birthday. You should all celebrate by smoking cigarettes, drinking coffee, reading the news, feeding and cautiously petting your fat, old Doberman with the stupid name (Prince?) and putting in eight hours of hard work at your nearest power plant. But if that doesn't sound appealing, try these: more ›

A partial list of upcoming visual arts events to feed your hungry eyes. Tune in Thursday for more arts listings. more ›