DISCOVER CHICAGO’S CULTURE SCENE Connect with the city’s rich legacy of theatre, music, dance, and art by exploring some of Chicago’s leading cultural institutions. BY ROSALIND CUMMINGS-YEATES MUSEUMS As one of the oldest and most beloved museums in the country, the Art Institute of Chicago boasts collections spanning 5,000 years of global art and creativity. Highlights include masterpieces by Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Edward Hopper. A champion of innovative perspectives, the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago displays groundbreaking exhibits that showcase the diversity of contemporary art and culture. The museum also offers live performances and workshops. Explore the history and culture of African Americans in Chicago and across the diaspora at The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center . The museum hosts a range of exhibits and events that reflect on the Black experience. The vibrant cultural expressions of Mexico — including art, photography, and film — are showcased at the National Museum of Mexican Art . Dive into art from both sides of the border with exhibits, performing arts programs, and cultural events. The Smart Museum of Art at The University of Chicago encourages visitors to examine societal issues through art. The museum offers exhibits, community collaborations, and public programs that encourage inventive outlooks. Learn the inspirational stories behind the rise of our great city at the Chicago History Museum . Tours, workshops, and interactive exhibits with themes like the Great Chicago Fire and Abraham Lincoln help visitors take a deep dive into Chicago history. dynamic productions that are always on must-see theatre lists. Established in 1925, the Goodman Theatre has a long-standing reputation for staging excellent productions in the Loop. Its diverse offerings of original and classic plays guarantee an amazing night of theatre. The Court Theatre at The University of Chicago is a Tony Award-winning company that reimagines classic productions for contemporary audiences, noted for its fresh takes on familiar stories. Edgy plays in an intimate setting are the hallmark of A Red Orchid Theatre . See thought-provoking works that will linger long after the show from this ensemble-based theatre. THEATRE See an exciting pre-Broadway premiere or a national touring production at a historic downtown theatre presented by Broadway In Chicago . Expect to see blockbuster musicals, dramas, and comedies all year long. Dip into Chicago’s legendary local theatre scene at the Steppenwolf Theatre Company . As one of the most influential ensemble theatres in the nation, Steppenwolf presents 26 choosechicago.com @TEQUILAGRAPHICS
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