Theater critics don’t applaud very often. It’s part of their attempt not to be associated with the theater’s marketing department, and if you happen to be at the same show as a critic, god forbid you should know how they feel about the show before it’s in newsprint. (Err, blog type.) If they really like a play, sometimes they’ll tap their fingers together, or maybe even allow full hand on hand contact, but actual sound never results. However, after Lifeline Theatre’s world premiere stage adaptation of Treasure Island, every pair of press kit holding hands was violently smacking together, and we wouldn’t be exaggerating if we said a few critics, even the recognizable ones, were sitting on the edge of their seats, begging for more. more ›

When Hyde Park Co-Op opted to take the buyout plan proffered by the University of Chicago last month, we knew that the university would act fast to fill the space with a grocery store that would better serve the needs of Hyde Park residents. With yesterday's convenient announcement through the U of C Chronicle that they signed a lease with Treasure Island to fill the space, it almost seems as though the university had the deal lined up before the co-op's members cast their ballots. more ›

Every last Friday of the month, the bartenders and servers at Kuma's Corner donate their night's tips to a worthy cause. Tonight, it's all going to Windy City Roller Tahira "Tequila Mockingbird" Johnson, who's still recovering from her injury over the summer. If you find yourself gorging on the "Hatebeak" or "Goblin Cock" this evening, please tip better than you usually do. Just in time for Hanukkah, local food writer Leah Zeldes will give a... more ›

Last year, perhaps a little earlier, we gave you a quick run-down of where you could buy yourself a turkey and at what cost. We felt that it would be nice of us to do that again for you ... not to mention the fact that we haven't had time to get a turkey for ourselves. So, without further ado, a decidedly skewed to the north side turkey roundup. Dominick's located at 6009 N Broadway... more ›

Sure, sometimes Chicagoist waxes promotional on the latest candy and soda to grace the convenience store aisles. But really, we know that a good diet is all about balance. The four food groups if you will. Which is why we’re taking this moment to alert you to the fact that May is National Salad Month. Now, we’re not exactly sure who is behind this observance. Dole? The Association for Dressings and Sauces? more ›

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Movie and maritime buffs, this one’s for you. The HMS Bounty (uh, its replica at least) is docked at Navy Pier, to the amazement of all—young and old, with and without scurvy, Clark Gable fans and Marlon Brando fans and even Mel Gibson fans. Ah, yes, the majesty of the sea. Well, lake. more ›

will head to Broadway eventually but will open first in Chicago later this year. The show will run December 21-January 16, and if you want to buy 20 or more tickets, you can buy them now. Ahem, Christmas present for your 19 children. more ›