We just couldn’t possibly do justice to Monotonix’s set with a mere couple of photos, so here’s a full photo set from their appearance last Saturday at The Hideout Block Party. This explosive trio from Tel Aviv – and explosive doesn’t even do their set a lick of justice – turned in a chaotic show that redefined the concept of crowd participation. Words just can’t do them justice, so take a look at the mayhem from inside the melee. more ›

Several decades before the eye-popping wizardry of Koyaanisqatsi, the "City Symphony" genre, whose golden age lasted until perhaps the early 40's, was equal parts travelogue and razzle dazzle. The movies of this genre aimed to capture not only the atmosphere of the city in question but also showcase the latest in filmmaking technology. Canted camera angles, flash-cut editing and film that was sped up, slowed down, frozen, superimposed or otherwise manipulated were tools skillfully (and playfully) used to create a sense of wonderment about the modern world. more ›

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There is so much going on this weekend that is guaranteed to keep you from getting a whole lot of sleep. Take a nap and enjoy! Tonight in the Kinzie Corridor you'll find music, fashion, and art for a paltry $10. We are pretty excited about seeing the magical sounds of Chicago's Telefon Tel Aviv. The $10 ticket gets you the address to the loft party, free beer from 10 p.m. - 4 a.m., and... more ›

Chicagoist can’t decide whether hosting the 2016 Olympics would be a boon or boondoggle. But this morning’s Trib article about the latest obstacle to Chicago’s bid nearly had us choking on our Lucky Charms. Apparently, our image is still stuck in the past: more ›

Sometimes we at Chicagoist get busy with our day jobs and miss out on an opportunity to post breaking news. But when we come across a damn good event, we’ve gotta find a way to let you know about it, one way or another. more ›

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On the heels of this summer’s Fillet of Solo and Single File festivals, one-person shows are blanketing the theater landscape. The solo production represents a great opportunity for companies to pocket some change while performers stretch their muscles, feed their egos, and occasionally fast-track their talented selves to stardom. But to truly succeed, the solo performer needs to meet a particular standard: could we stand to be trapped in an elevator with them? We know... more ›