Small oak tree, big story
After randomly bumping into a children's book illustrator, SP was able to see the book-in-progress and speak with the collaborators.
After randomly bumping into a children's book illustrator, SP was able to see the book-in-progress and speak with the collaborators.
Writing can be solitary work. A writing community can be a corrective, giving feedback and inspiration as well the moral support needed to stick with it. That's what the Rebelsfare Collective does for its members.
Mara chats with the director of the National Theatre of Scotland's The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart prior to its sold-out run this week at Krannert.
Jimena gives us an inside look at local Independent Media Center resident artist’s studio.
Jeff delves into the history of the touring orchestra featured at Krannert Center this weekend.
In the first of a new series, Jimena gives us an inside look into local, large-scale painter and U of I associate professor's studio.
Jeff Nelson explores the unique experience of sitting on the stage to hear the rising stars of classical music at KCPA's Sunday Salons.
A passel of Smile Politely writers interview and take a tour of a local company that makes both museum exhibits and a habit of hiring theatre majors.
I sat down with Sara Paige, a local artist and graduate student to discuss her motivations and ideas behind her art.
The University of Illinois' chamber orchestra presents its holiday tradition of Mozart and Messiah.