
Patrick McDonald
Writer at Freelance
Editorial Coordinator and Reporter at HollywoodChicago.com
Freelance Writer, Film Critic (https://t.co/rCtehl1iT1), Member of the Chicago Film Critics Association, Tour Guide @ChiFilm @RottenTomatoes certified
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Printer-friendly versionE-mail page to friendPDF version Average: CHICAGO – Happy Pride! HollywoodChicago.com turns once again to LGBTQ+ activist Gary G. Chichester, recognized historically as one of the most prominent advocates in the community for his fight for rights. He will be part of a celebration of the 55th Anniversary of the first Gay Pride March in World History … June 27th, 1970, in Chicago. Click Pride March.
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Printer-friendly versionE-mail page to friendPDF version Average: CHICAGO – Happy Pride Month 2025! To bring us into this proud celebration last week, HollywoodChicago.com presents four reviews of LGBTQ+ themed films, with audio overviews from Editor/Writer Patrick McDonald and guest contributors LaShelle “Cinema Belle” Mikesell, Rebecca Martin of Cinema Femme and Hugo Do Nascimento.
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CHICAGO – Within the context of family secrets, there are many human flaws to catalog. The lead character of Steppenwolf Theatre’s new presentation, “The Book of Grace,” marks down survival within her created pages. The play is currently at the stage on Halsted thru May 18th, 2025. For tickets and info, click BOOK OF GRACE. CHICAGO – With immigrant myths and suspicion of the “other” at new heights in the American landscape, the timing of the World Premiere “The Cave” is timed right.
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Printer-friendly versionE-mail page to friendPDF version Average: CHICAGO – The Jeffersonian Dinner is a tradition that Paul Sippil, the Founder of Chicago’s “Community Dining,” is bringing back to his shared dinners with the Windy City’s top chefs.
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Printer-friendly versionE-mail page to friendPDF version Average: CHICAGO – Cooper Ramsey is quickly becoming one of the most exciting young voices in country music. At just 16 years old, she brings a rare combination of talent, passion, and purpose to the stage. In anticipation of her show (click) at Milwaukee’s SummerFest on June 21st, 2025. Music Editor Jeff Doles interviewed the up-and-comer.
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