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‘Sinners’ makes history, setting Oscars nomination record

By JAKE COYLE
Jan 22, 2026 8:08 am - Ryan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic “Sinners” led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.
No ‘Mercy’: Chris Pratt is on trial with an AI judge, and time is not on his side

By LINDSEY BAHR
Jan 22, 2026 5:15 am - It’s a bold filmmaking choice to have a countdown clock on the screen for most of your movie. In the best-case scenario for “Mercy,” in which a Los Angeles detective played by Chris Pratt has to prove his innocence to an artificial intelligence judge within said time limit, it heightens the tension. Perhaps in a better movie it might have worked.
Elgin Symphony Orchestra performs Brahms, Barber, and Dvorak with violinist Geneva Lewis Feb. 7-8

Submitted by Donna Lake
Jan 21, 2026 6:59 pm - The Elgin Symphony Orchestra Classics Series on Feb. 7-8 will feature works by Dvořák, Barber, and Brahms. Violinist Geneva Lewis, recipient of a 2021 Avery Fisher Career Grant, is the featured soloist in Barber's Violin Concerto,
‘Cultivating kindness’: 7 Brew drive-thru coffee franchise coming to Grayslake

By Mick Zawislak
Jan 21, 2026 6:36 pm - A rapidly expanding drive-thru coffee chain will be coming to Grayslake likely in late summer or early fall.
New Philharmonic celebrates eight decades of Broadway musical hits

Submitted by New Philharmonic
Jan 21, 2026 6:16 pm - New Philharmonic has added a third performance of "Broadway Through the Years" concerts on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 due to popular demand. The professional orchestra and guest artists will perform greatest hits from Broadway musicals over the past eight decades.
Quiet on the set! Teens strip away sound for the ninth annual Student Silent Film Festival

By Andy Richardson, Student Silent Film Festival
Jan 21, 2026 4:44 pm - The Student Silent Film Festival is a competition where students from 12 Chicago area high schools create original silent films without voices or sound effects. The ninth annual festival will be Jan. 28 at the Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove.
Don’t call it a comeback: ‘Holiday’ helmer, Chicago mainstay Robert Falls never left

By Barbara Vitello
Jan 21, 2026 1:56 pm - “I want to work with people I love. I want to work with theaters I respect,” says former Goodman Theatre artistic director Robert Falls, who returns to his artistic home to direct a contemporary adaptation of Philip Barry’s 1928 romantic comedy “Holiday.”
Naper Settlement commemorates America’s 250th with flag raising, exhibits and events

By Denise Wilt, Naper Settlement
Jan 21, 2026 11:39 am - Naperville Heritage Society kicks off year-long celebration of 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence. A commemorative America250 Flag was raised at Naper Settlement with remarks from the mayor, congressman, and veterans.
DuPage Children’s Museum celebrating kindness at Community Cares event

By Jaime Johnson, DuPage Children's Museum
Jan 21, 2026 11:09 am - DuPage Children's Museum in Naperville invites families to participate in Community Cares on Jan. 24, a hands-on event where children can engage in playful projects that benefit local organizations and communities.
‘The Future is Now’: Fox Valley Orchestra spotlights young musical talents

Submitted by Al Benson
Jan 21, 2026 10:29 am - The Fox Valley Orchestra and Chorus will present "The Future is Now" concert on Jan. 25 at Aurora University's Crimi Auditorium. The concert will feature winners of the FVMC's collegiate voice and high school instrumental competition, who will perform with the orchestra and receive monetary awards.

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