Ajumma Rising February 1, 2022: Serpent Day. Candy-Making Day. World Hijab Day. National Baked Alaska Day. International Face and Body Art Day. And a historic day when the Lunar New Year coincided with the first day of Black History Month—and a troupe of ajummas in top-to-toe uniform—perms, visors, puffy vests, patterned pants, and practical shoes—descended […]
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A round-number birthday for the Other Dance Festival
Ten years? Really? The Other Dance Festival celebrates its longevity with a longer fest: four weeks, up from three last year. Each week’s lineup is different. The first program (Thu-Fri 9/8-9/9) includes big guns Lucky Plush Productions and Hedwig Dances, as well as the fest’s host, the Chicago Moving Company, premiering Ashen Wing by founder/artistic […]