AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoChicago Entertainment: Walter Koenig, the Chicago-born actor beloved as Chekov on “Star Trek,” has died at 90. Arts & Culture: Chicago’s arts calendar is packed: Lyric Opera’s “Omar” and South Shore Opera’s “Fannie” bring stories of slavery and resilience to the stage, while the city’s International Film Festival spotlights movies with political themes. Museum Watch: Hundreds protested DePaul Art Museum’s planned closure, as debate also grows over major design changes proposed for the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. Local Honors: Chicago will host the 2026 Soul Train Awards, and a life-size bronze tribute to film critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert is planned for the city. What’s On: Upcoming Chicago-area listings feature comedy, music, costume events and theater, including “The Seafarer,” opening Nov. 13 at Gaelic Park.
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