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The Power of Dance with Derek Hough

Dancing With the Stars has been a staple in our household. When the show first premiered in 2005, my wife was glued to the television. Little by little, each member of my family started watching too and rooting for a certain celebrity or professional dancer. Everyone in our household has their favorite professional dancer, and…
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July 17, 2026
FAN EXPO Chicago’s Line-Up Just Keeps Getting Better

FAN EXPO Chicago, Chicago’s longest-running comic and pop culture convention, today announced even more new guests joining this year’s show, running August 14 – 16, 2026 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. New additions to the roster of more than 80 celebrity guests meeting and greeting fans throughout the weekend are Jamie Pressly (MOM, MY…
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July 16, 2026
The Cost of Legacy in The Odyssey

After sitting on my thoughts of Christopher Nolan‘s latest epric, The Odyssey, the following quotes come to mind: ” You either die a hero of live long enough to see yourself become the villian” from The Dark Knight, “I believe we did” from Oppenheimer, and “Wars do not make one great.” from Star Wars: The…
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July 15, 2026
Ben Foster, Gillian Flynn To Be Honored at Cinema/Chicago Soirée

Today, Cinema/Chicago, the presenter of the Chicago International Film Festival, North America’s longest-running competitive film festival, announced additional honorees set to attend the biennial Cinema Soirée on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at The Geraghty (2520 S. Hoyne Ave.). Actor Ben Foster (HELL OR HIGH WATER, starring in Independent Film Company’s MOTOR CITY) will receive the Tour de Force Award, and writer Gillian Flynn (GONE GIRL, WIDOWS)…
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July 10, 2026
Surviving Trauma in Evil Dead Burn

The first time I saw The Evil Dead, I watched most of it through my fingers. My dad rented it from our local video store, and we all sat down together to watch it. Let me tell you, I was unable to sleep for a few nights after watching it. As much as I was…
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July 9, 2026
What We Are looking Forward to From the Fantasia International Film Festival

Friends, the Fantasia International Film Festival runs from July 16th through August 2nd in Montreal, Quebec. This is the festival’s 30th edition, and it showcases a great selection of movies that will blow your mind. If you are in the area, check out their website to get tickets to the various screenings. Here is a…
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July 7, 2026
Get Your Passes to Los Angeles Comic Con Today!

Los Angeles Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and pop culture, today announces Early Bird, 3-Day Weekend Passes are now on sale for L.A. Comic Con 2026. Kicking off the convention’s 15th anniversary, the first round of talent is set to include members of the star-studded cast of K-Pop Demon Hunters,…
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July 7, 2026
What to Know for Navy Pier’s Independence Day Fireworks

With this July 4th weekend coming up, Navy Pier will host its Independence Day Fireworks show. If you are planning to attend, here are a few this to know before you go. Navy Pier’s Independence Day Fireworks, presented by Choose Chicago, will light up the Chicago skyline on Saturday, July 4. Held as part of the…
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July 1, 2026
Being Amazed by the Champions of Magic

The Fandads were recently invited to check out the Champions of Magic, and we had an amazing time! The show was a multisensory sensation that kept my son and myself at the edge of our seats. The show is currently playing at the Studenbaker Theater until August 23rd. Here is a quick recap of the…
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June 25, 2026
Get Ready to Start Your Engines at the F1® Arcade

F1® Arcade, the world’s first official Formula 1® social gaming experience, today announced it will officially open its highly anticipated first Midwest location in Chicago on Friday, Aug. 14. Reservations are now available for simulator racing experiences at the new River North venue located at 1 W. Grand Ave. To celebrate the opening, the first…
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June 24, 2026