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| Arts on CAN TV Cultural Connections Program Highlights |
CAN TV provides an open, public space on television, preserving and sharing the cultural, ethnic, and artistic diversity of Chicago. CAN TV Arts gives viewers the chance to take an intimate tour of exhibits at local art museums and galleries. CAN TV's exhibit tours are an opportunity to hear directly from the artist about each piece of work. | |||||||||
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Artists at Work: Beyond the Walls A group of Chicago artists discuss creative ways of making a full-time living beyond the traditional gallery system. Click here to watch video. |
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The Poets of Palmer Park Listen up while the Poets of Palmer Park hit the mic and express their thoughts on community violence, family issues, and even ice cream. This talented group of young people were part of the Chicago Park District’s summer youth program where they completed a workshop at the Congo Square Theater. Click here to watch video. |
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Violent Realities Tour Roosevelt University's Gage Gallery and hear the stories behind this photography exhibit that captures the victims of gun violence in the United States and Guatemala. Click here to watch video. |
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Jornada de la Libertad Through music, theater, and poetry, the National Boricua Human Rights Network commemorates the release of two generations of Puerto Rican freedom fighters. Hear former political prisoners share their stories. Click here to watch video. |
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The Renaissance Society presents Jim Lutes The works of Chicago painter, Jim Lutes, are previewed. Mr. Lutes also discusses what influenced his transition from the gritty Chicago cityscapes of the 80’s to his current work blending figurative and expressive abstractions. Click here to watch video. |
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Abu Graib Detainee Interview Project Artist Daniel Heyman interviewed former Iraqi prisoners held at Abu Graib. While the subjects unfolded narratives of humiliation, Heyman drew them and incorporated their testimony into his images. Click here to watch video. |
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The Museum of
Contemporary Photography: Explore this group exhibition featuring the work of several artists who use current events, personal observations and humor to comment on the political, religious and cultural climate of the United States. Click here to watch video. |
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Hyde Park Art Center's Consuming War Walk through an exhibit that explores how the American media and consumer culture have manipulated and influenced the public's perception of war. Click here to watch video. |
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