Chicago When I first watched Chicago at the movie theater, I was not fully satisfied. I wanted more, so I went back to get some and watched it six more times with different friends and family members! Last summer during a visit to my native Mexico City, I had the opportunity to watch drag queens perform several numbers from the movie-musical. They did an amazing job, without surpassing the outstanding performances of the actors in the film. Last year, I visited NYC for the first time and indulged
industry, but also serve as homes for many people. Chicago, the third highest populated city in the United States, can be defined in several different ways. Carl Sandburg a fan and native of Chicago describes the city. Sandburg describes the city in different ways with his poems “Chicago” and “Skyscraper.” Both poems portray the city as lively and dominant, but the poem "Skyscraper" acknowledges drawbacks of the city. The first similarity presented in “Chicago” and “Skyscraper” is the description of a lively
‘In the last 40 years the pattern of murders in Chicago has changed.’ Chicago is a city located in Northern Eastern Illinois, USA with a population of approximately 2.7 million people including a range of ethnic groups such as African-Americans, Puerto Ricans and Bosnians.In 2013 there had been an average of 512 homicides per year in Chicago. The spatial pattern of homicides are predominantly concentrated in the Western and Southern areas of Chicago. Location is a significant factor that contributes
this year. Deciding where to travel on vacation can take weeks of discussion. Traveling to Chicago might seem to be a fun vacation idea, but some may find crowded cities to be a regrettable event. The same could go for somewhere full of natural scenery like Niagara Falls; the sights of the natural wonder may be beautiful, but once you go beyond that, there isn't as much to occupy your time like in Chicago. I have gone to many destinations on vacation from Denver, Colorado, in the West to Washington
From the late 1800’s up through the present date, musical theater has changed. Though customs and love for the theater will always be carried on, origins, trends, and styles will change throughout time. “The American musical was born long before European operetta crossed the Atlantic. In The American Musical Stage Before 1800. Julian Mates tells us that “America’s early theatres were essentially lyric theatres…In America, no earlier dramatic forms existed, and the musical stage became our only tradition
INTRODUCTION The Chicago Historical Society was founded in 1856 and has spent the majority of its 153 year history as an institution devoted to the diverse and evolving history of Chicago and Illinois. In 2006, the institution emerged from a remarkable 21 month physical and philosophical transformation. Not only did the museum undertake a wholesale renovation of its gallery spaces, but it also took steps to update its public persona to be more representative of the full spectrum of communities
CHICAGO AUDITORIUM BUILDING: THE INFLUENCE OF THE PAST AND PRESENT ON DESIGN CONCEPTION Chicago Auditorium building is one of the remarkable achievements of American architecture. The architects, Louis Sullivan and Dankmar Adler, were one of the firsts to shape and establish the panache of American style of architecture, which moved away from the influences of European architecture order. Consequently, it was at the time of construction that the Americans are experiencing political division and social
Chicago: A City of the Senses Chicago has enjoyed the tourist spotlight over the years, due to its cultural and economical prosperity. The crowded streets, ethnic bakeries, and popular malls add zest and flavor to this enriching city. Since my short visit in May with a high school class, I have dreamed of making the busy commuters, blinding and mind-altering lights, and sheer musical excitement a part of my everyday life. Commuters livened up Chicago in delightful ways. Several groups of men and
Matt Quinlan Professor Thompson Live Performance Review April 21, 2017 Chicago The Musical On Friday April 21, I attended Chicago, a musical performed in Griswold Theatre at American International College. The performance started at 7 p.m and I arrived at approximately 6:45 p.m. This was the first time I had ever attended a live musical performance and the first thing I noticed upon walking into the lobby of the theatre was the excitement. The audience had a buzz among it, making it very apparent
In the 2002 musical rendition of Chicago, directed by Rob Marshall, the viewer is taken back to the roaring 20's where industry is laying its' foundation and residents are surviving and thriving. Historically, the film is accurate in regards to the portrayal of speakeasies, the beginning of jazz, and the gritty town, but some detailed discrepancies were apparent in the technology of the time. The film adaptation takes you directly into a speakeasy where a cabaret singer Velma Kelly, played by Catherine
The “White City” was a vast collection of architecture and arts that were put on display in the year 1893. The Chicago World Fair, also called the “White City”, was a major event in American history that impacted America’s culture, economic, and industry. The Chicago World Fair was held to honor Columbus’ discovery of the New World. The real reason why it was made was to proudly have back their wealth and power. Larson said, “the tower not only assured the eternal fame of its designer, Alexandre
The Future for Chicago Public Housing In big cities across America, the consensus is public housing doesn't work. And in Chicago, it's coming down. Chicago began using federal housing dollars to blow up or knock down high-rise public housing in 1993. The plan shifted into high gear when the city signed a $1.5 billion deal with the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. Under the plan for transformation, Chicago will destroy more public housing than any city in the country.
soothes your soul like Mama’s chicken noodle soup. In 1837, she became a city; Chicago is her name, the third largest city in the United States. Chicago rests on 237 square miles of land along the border of Lake Michigan. If you are searching for adventure, cultural events, and festivals Chicago is the place to be. Nicknamed the Windy City, the city with big Shoulders the late singer Frank Sinatra best describes Chicago in one of his songs, as his kind of town. Chicago’s summers are magnificent on
consumption. Despite what they thought would be a success, the ban on manufacturing and selling liquor increased criminal activity and the inmate population increased 561% during the era. The Prohibition era changed Chicago greatly by increasing the number of mobs and gangsters. The city of Chicago went from being run by police officers and other legal authorities to gangsters completely
Alyssa Evans Mr. David Fitzpatrick AP US History A4 17 August 2015 Reflecting on the Devil in the White City The 1893 Chicago World’s fair, also referred to as the World’s Columbian Exposition was the last and largest fair in the 19th century. It opened May 1st of 1893 and closed on October 30th of 1893. The fair had reached over twenty-six million visitors and is the birthplace for many trends that have shaped modern America. The fair took place in 1893 to commemorate the four hundredth anniversary
Commencing in the late nineteenth century, the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair has stood the test of time as a symbolic image of unity for the worlds people. Originally organized to commemorate the four hundredth anniversary of Christopher Columbus’s arrival in North America, the exposition also served to host and celebrate the many diverse groups and nations from across the globe. However, upon participating in the fair, several groups found numerous hurdles in being represented during the fair. Groups
Sandburg wrote his poem ‘Chicago’ in 1914. The city of Chicago itself was first established in 1833, meaning it was only about 70 years old. In 1971, a fire destroyed the entire Central Business District. The years following were a slow and grueling recovery, but eventually Chicago became a “Dominant Midwestern center for manufacturing, commerce, finance, higher education, religion, broadcasting, sports and jazz….”( Source 1). In ‘ Chicago’, Sandburg describes Chicago as a young man. His reference
Chicago, Illanois http://www.choosechicago.com/ Chicago is known for the many things, including fantastic food, world-class museums, awe inspiring architecture, and versatile shopping opportunities. The attraction and people in America's Windy City create a unique and eclectic cultural landscape. The city's festivals and events provide joyful opportunties for Chicago's residents throughout the year. Every weekend, residents enjoy the sound of live music, the excitment of festivals, and the exeleration
Pride: we can take it in what we do, who we are, and what we’ve overcome. In Carl Sandburg’s “Chicago” he writes about the criticism and judgment that comes at his city, Chicago, and her laborers. The theme he portrays in his poem is that people can be proud no matter what they do, where they live, and what people think of him/her. He illustrates this theme through, word choice, imagery, and relational shifts throughout the poem. First of all, the poem tells us the thesis stated through word choice
“Chicago,” by Carl Sandburg wrote a poem that the great city of Chicago that embraces everything that the city has to offer, from hog butchers to railroads, from construction sites to prostitutes. The poem paints a portrait of a vibrant, cunning, wicked, joyful, laughing place. The speaker begins the poem by telling the reader about all of the negative aspects of the city of Chicago but ends in the exact opposite stance. The poet feels that Chicago will face the future ready to fight and win. Sandburg