And the Oscar goes to... an Illinoisan!

Did you know these Academy Award winners have Illinois roots?

The Guys Who Gave Us Rock! The 50's & 60's Stories by SKIP GRIPARIS

Friday, March 27th at 7:30pm at the Joliet Area Historical Museum

Shower Soloists Rejoice: Practice Outweighs Talent in Singing

A recently published Northwestern University study found that singing was more of a learned skill.

Kinetic Dance Company Hosts Winter Show, "The Journey"

The award winning, Kinetic Dance Company, will be hosting its annual Winter Show on February 22, 2015 at Wentz Hall in Naperville.

AMERICA

Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 8:00 PM at the Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, IL http://rialtosquare.com

Strung Out Band live at the Joliet Museum!

Join us for a special Indoor Music Series Concert featuring STRUNG OUT, one of Chicago's most unique classic rock bands on February 19th.

Fox Valley Philharmonic 4th Annual Children's Concert

The Fox Valley Philharmonic joins with the Batavia HS Drama Club for a Benefit Children’s Concert, March 8 at 3pm, at the Fine Arts Centre.

Maestro Renee Baker and Chicago Modern Orchestra Project to Perform in Bolingbrook, IL

Midwest Christian Montessori Academy's 2nd annual benefit concert is open to the public and features a wonderful musical performance by CMOP

2015 Great Read Program Opens With 'Pop Culture Clash' Contest

Program is a joint effort of Plainfield School District, area libraries, JJC, Plainfield Township, Barnes & Noble.

Does Your Child Love to Sing?

Local Children's Choir Seeking New Elementary School Members

Bolingbrook Netflix Subscribers, You've Got Till Dec. 31 to See These Movies

Start popping that popcorn: Here's a list of movies about to be taken off of Netflix at the end of the month.

Fox Valley Youth Orchestras Auditions

The Fox Valley Academy of Music Performance invites students, ages 8-18, to audition for the second half of its 2014-2015 season.

Kinetic Dance Company Spreads Holiday Cheer

The Kinetic Dance Company brought their holiday show to those who have difficulty leaving the house during this festive season!

19 popular TV shows set in Illinois

Unless you know your TV show trivia, you might be surprised a few of these TV series are set in Illinois.

A New Face Joins Leadership of DuPage Children's Museum

Susan Stellmacher will be director of development at the museum.

Drew Peterson an Inspiration to Yet Another Indie Band

The band Dead Wives of Drew Peterson released a 12-song set, also called “Dead Wives of Drew Peterson.”

47 New Movies, TV Shows Coming to Netflix in December

Anchorman 2, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Sharknado 2 will soon be available on the Netflix streaming—or "instant"—service.

Drew Peterson Song Performed at Schuba's Last Week

The Chicago band Esta Vivo performed “Drew Peterson, The Romantic” at Schuba’s Tavern.

Kinetic Dance Company Hosts Fundraiser at Bolingbrook Golf Course

Join us for "A Night In Disguise". Call 630-739-1195 or email kdcpublicity@gmail.com for tickets or for more information.

Cold, Bolingbrook? Here's Your 2014 Holiday TV Schedule

Some of your favorites — and some that you never want to see again — are already being broadcast.

Kinetic Dance Company Hosts Fundraiser at Bolingbrook Golf Course

Join us for "A Night In Disguise". Call 630-739-1195 or email kdcpublicity@gmail.com for tickets or for more information.

The Kinetic Dance Company's Award Winning Weekend

The Kinetic Dance Company not only entertains audiences and gives back to the community, but wins at various dance conventions!

Reality Show Featuring Local Teacher Debuts Thursday

Math teacher Patrick Higgins will compete on "The Quest."

Bolingbrook's Performing Arts Center Welcomes New Phaze - A Musical Experience, on July 30, 2014

Tony Blazonczyk’s, New Phaze Musical Experience, will perform at the Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center on July 30, 2014 7:30-9 p.m.

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes': Trailer + Review

Cinema Siren says: Spectacular Simians should make Dawn the brightest of summer blockbusters.

Bolingbrook Hosts All American Celebration This 4th of July

Live music, appearance by Chicago Blackhawks tenor Jim Cornelison set for Friday at Bolingbrook Golf Club.

Bolingbrook's Aerial Dancer Soars on 'America's Got Talent'

'How to Train Your Dragon 2': Review and Director Interview

Cinema Siren gives it 5 stars, saying it's fierier than the first, with twice the dragons.

Disney's Bears: Funny, Fascinating and Rated G

"Bears," in theaters April 18, combines beautiful footage with a style and story accessible to children, making it a success for the whole family.

'Heaven is for Real' in Theaters Now

Get ready to see the real-life story about a boy who says he went to Heaven. Sponsored by Sony.

'Rio 2' TRAILER/REVIEW: This Superior Sequel Soars

'Rio 2' opens in movie theaters this weekend.

April Blood Moon Kicks Off Lunar Eclipse Quartet

Biggest Loser Holds Chicago Casting Call

The show will be in the area April 19 and is seeking families and individuals who want to be on the weight loss show.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Captain America' Oh Beautiful!

Film debuts in theaters this weekend; rated PG-13.

'Bad Words' Offers 'Cinematic Catharsis,' Plus an Interview with Jason Bateman

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: In 'Noah,' Aronofsky Builds a Vessel of Fearless Filmmaking

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

'Another Evening of Monty Python' Coming to Bolingbrook's Theatre-On-the-Hill

"A tribute to the timeless absurdity of all things Python" will debut April 4.

VIDEOS + REVIEW: 'Muppets Most Wanted' Is Furry Fun

The Muppets are back! Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

Bolingbrook Woman to Appear on 'Wheel of Fortune'

Tune in Monday at 6:25 p.m.

TRAILER + REVIEW: Wes Anderson's 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'

Cinema Siren gives the film five stars.