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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.

Arts Policy and the 2012 Elections

Rep. Jan Schakowsky joins a discussion of how budget cuts and policy changes proposed ahead of the 2012 elections could impact the arts in America.

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Teatro Luna: Crossed

"Crossed" is an original play by Teatro Luna that portrays the modern American immigrant experience through autobiographical stories, interviews, and news reports.

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Perspectivas Latinas: The 13th Annual Cuatro Festival

Fabian Saldana from the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance highlights the traditional music and meaning of the cuatro, and the upcoming Cuatro Festival.

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Cine Latino: Festival of Short Films

Presented by CAN TV and the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago, Cine Latino features short films and animations from around the world that celebrate the diversity and themes of Latino cinema.

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16th Anniversary Chicago Asian American Jazz Festival

Asian Improv aRts Midwest presents jazz performances by Asian-American musicians in advance of their upcoming jazz festival.

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2011 Campaign One Change

Poetry, songwriting, and bucket drumming skills are on display as Chicago youth perform pieces they developed for a summer arts program. This program was made possible through a special partnership with the Chicago Park District, Congo Square Theatre Company, and CAN TV.

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2011 Bucket Drummers of Berger Park

Chicago youth showcase their bucket drumming skills developed through a Summer arts program held at Berger Park. This program was made possible through a partnership with the Chicago Park District, Chicago Moving Company & CAN TV.

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Aerial Dance Chicago: UnEarthed

Aerial Dance Chicago presents UnEarthed, an environmentally-themed performance combining aerial acrobatics and dance.

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5th Annual Latin Jazz Festival

Cuban pianist Chuchito Valdes headlines Humboldt Park's outdoor festival celebrating the tradition of Latin jazz.

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2011 Pro Arts Studios Animation Showcase

CAN TV community partner, Pros Arts Studios along with Yollocalli Arts Reach present original animation produced by teen artists.

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Poets of Palmer Park

Chicago youth showcase their original poetry developed through a summer arts program held at Palmer Park. This program was made possible through a partnership with the Chicago Park District, Congo Square Theatre Company and CAN TV.

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Drummers of Berger Park

Chicago youth demonstrate their drumming skills developed through a summer arts program held at Berger Park. This program was made possible through a partnership with the Chicago Park District, Chicago Moving Company & CAN TV.

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AMEBA Acrobatic and Aerial Dance Time Flies:
Ten Years of Imagination Taking Flight

Celebrating a decade of performances, AMEBA Acrobatic and Aerial Dance presents Time Flies: Ten Years of Imagination Taking Flight.

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Kerry James Marshall:
The Artist in the Studio

Artist Kerry James Marshall discusses his art and the creative process at this event held at the Museum of Contemporary Art mcachicago.org.

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The Renaissance Society:
Rebecca Warren

The Renaissance Society present renowned British sculptor, Rebecca Warren, displaying her first solo exhibition in an American museum.

15th Anniversary Asian American Jazz Festival

Jeff Chan, saxophonist and director of development for Asian Improv Arts Midwest, discusses the 15th Anniversary Asian American Jazz Festival.

Free Street Theater Summer Showing

Members of Free Street Theater’s summer program present original pieces based on psychologist Abraham Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.

Anna Shteynshleyger Exhibition Tour

Chicago-based photographer, Anna Shteynshleyger, previews her exhibit at The Renaissance Society.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The Museum of Contemporary Photography:
This Land Is Your Land

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.

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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.

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This project is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency and by a CityArts grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.