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My name is Gary Zidek. Welcome to The Arts Section. Tune into the radio program every Sunday morning on WDCB 90.9 & 90.7 FM or listen to it online here. I'll be showcasing a variety of arts & entertainment stories.

The Arts Section 05/04/25: CSO's Klaus Mäkelä, Comic Book Documentary + Temma Exhibit

The Arts Section 05/04/25: CSO's Klaus Mäkelä, Comic Book Documentary + Temma Exhibit

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek checks in with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s incoming music director, Klaus Makela. The 29-year-old is set to become the 11th music director of 133-year-old institution. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review a world premiere titled BERLIN.  Later in the show, Gary talks to the creatives behind a new documentary that looks back at the creation of one of the most popular comic book series of all-time. Gary also catches up with artist Tim Lowly to talk about his new exhibit in Aurora. And we’ll take a closer look at the history of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon.

The Arts Section 05/11/25: Comedian Jim Jefferies + ART Play

The Arts Section 05/11/25: Comedian Jim Jefferies + ART Play

The Arts Section 04/27/25: Dieter Gruen Documentary + Cut to the Chase Fest

The Arts Section 04/27/25: Dieter Gruen Documentary + Cut to the Chase Fest