
On the ‘Lookout:’ Twin Peaks is filling its fall tour with new material
Twin Peaks singer/bassist Jack Dolan describes his Chicago-based band as “purely rock ‘n’ roll and it’s a little bit trippy these days as well.” He is bringing his high-energy live show and psychedelic, garage rock sound to the Crescent Ballroom on November 18.

Compelling Show: Nick Offerman wants to make people think—and laugh
Nick Offerman has stepped back to take a good look at the state of the world. “I try to make fun of all of us, for the human foibles that have gotten us into the trouble we seem to be in our country,” Offerman says about his live show, which comes to the Celebrity Theatre on Friday, December 13.

Folksy and Poetic: ‘Western Stars’ gives intimate look at new Springsteen album
Bruce Springsteen’s directorial debut, “Western Stars,” is a beautifully shot, intimate performance of his titular latest album. Candid narration from Springsteen himself provides a poignant look into the meaning behind each song.

COVID-19 is creating communication barriers for the deaf community
For many people who are deaf or hard of hearing, lip reading, facial expressions and body language are vital to communication, but protective face masks and remote work and school meant to slow the spread of COVID-19 have made it more difficult.

Homeless I.D. Project puts many on the road to recovery
Once known as “Ma” to a group of young homeless people, Shawna Ziegler would open her home to them, and they would donate $10 a month to stay with her. She said her kids, as she called them, came to her for safety. For about a year, Ziegler provided them with food and shelter, but she said the state found out eventually.



