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Elizabeth Berkley

CHICAGO – I was doing Portrait photography on the last day of the Chicago Fan Expo (August 18th, 2024), and even in these highly political partisan times – where one person’s hero is another’s villain – each of those five woman photographed and featured should be recognized for never being afraid to speak out and fight for their causes. I couldn’t think of a better way to commemorate the exact 104th anniversary of the passage of the right-to-vote 19th Amendment during Fan Expo Chicago.

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Billy Joe Armstrong of Green Day

CHICAGO – When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade—or in my case, when life gives you a denied photo pass, you grab a disposable camera and go full 1990s at a Green Day concert. I was all set to capture every sweat drop and guitar riff from the photo pit, but ironically this photographer was invited to the show without his camera.

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Oscar Winner Mira Sorvino.

CHICAGO – One of the greatest celebrity shows and entertainment gatherings in the country is coming to Chicagoland this week, and includes a rare appearance by Mark Hamill of “Star Wars.” FAN EXPO Chicago takes place from August 16-18, 2024. For tickets and information, click FAN EXPO Chicago.

CHICAGO – Get ready, Chicago! On Tuesday, August 13, rockers Green Day will electrify Wrigley Field with a monumental concert like no other. For the first time ever, the iconic American rock band – formed in Rodeo, California in 1987 by lead vocalist and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong and bassist/backing vocalist Mike Dirnt – will perform both the “Dookie” (1994) and “American Idiot” (2004) albums in their entirety, celebrating both works on their milestone anniversaries in 2024.

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Headliner Lil Uzi Vert

CHICAGO – The iconic Milwaukee Summerfest for 2024 wrapped up last month, and photographer and Music Editor Jeff “Doc” Doles was on hand to provide an on-stage view with the following “Best-of” Exclusive Photo Slideshow. From headliner Lil Uzi Vert to classic acts like Living Colour and the BoDeans, the event drew music fans from all over the world.

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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson.

CHICAGO – Last month was historic as two titans of film and filmmaking – Chicago and the Sundance Institute of Park City, Utah – launched a collaborative weekend that signaled a cooperation that has expansion plans. Filmmakers, actors, the Chicago Mayor and Sundance officials were on the Red Carpet.

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Chase Rice Photo 1

CHICAGO – The Windy City Smokeout, which told place from July 11th-14th, 2024, and held against the backdrop of Chicago’s sweltering heat and humidity, sizzled with the energy of top country performers who brought the stage to life. This annual festival, a mecca for BBQ aficionados, music enthusiasts and beer lovers alike, transforms the area outside Chicago’s United Center into a vibrant celebration of all things summer.

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Bassist Nikki Sixx

CHICAGO – The Crüe is back and touring, stopping by the 2024 Summerfest in Milwaukee on June 21st, with line-up vocalist Vince Neil, bassist Nikki Sixx, guitarist John 5 and the incomparable Tommy Lee on drums. The 85 minute set included some of their greatest songs, including “Home Sweet Home,” “Primal Scream” “Dr.

NEW YORK – Last week, the competition awards were conferred at the (click) Tribeca Festival and the top narrative films were “Griffin in Summer” (U.S.) and “Bikechess” (International). While different in story arc, both films involved individuals facing a truth they inherently knew but never expected to encounter.

NEW YORK – It’s the middle of the 23rd Tribeca Film Festival and the narrative feature films … with an emphasis on the independent … are in competition. Themes of transition are strong in this year’s line-up, as story tellers have emerged from the pandemic years, and the reflections thereafter.