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Review 1 for Chicago Live!
Chicago LIve 11/10/11
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Posted 11/14/2011
by pmcv2410
Location:Berwyn, IL
Very nice venue and really enjoyed the variety of guests. Have already recommended to number of people and will be back again.
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Review 2 for Chicago Live!
ChicagoLive! Is Amazing
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Favorite moment: Holland Tyler was so down to earth and we can't wait for her show to come to Broadway so we can see her one woman show "Ann". @
Posted 11/13/2011
by PMHNY
Location:Albany, NY
I preordered 4 tickets to see the live radio taping known as ChicagoLive! It was an amazing two hours of commentary, interviews, music and comedy that left us feeling like we had experienced the real flavor of Chicago. Anyone visiting Chicago on a Thursday night when the show is taping should consider this a must see.
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Favorite moment: Holland Tyler was so down to earth and we can't wait for her show to come to Broadway so we can see her one woman show "Ann". @
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Review 3 for Chicago Live!
Chicago Live! I'm hooked
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Posted 10/15/2011
by Anonymous
What a great time -- a modern variety show that features music, comedy, cultural events, and Chicago history in an up-close and personal setting. Informative and entertaining, Chicago Live! lets you sample what is happening in our great city. I'll be going to another show for sure.
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Review 4 for Chicago Live!
Chicago live sports edition
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- Thu, Aug 25, 2011 @
Favorite moment: When Kogan lept back in shock when he heard the favorite team response by the Sox fans in the venue @
Posted 08/30/2011
by Fitzfan
Location:Illinois
Highly entertaining. A variety of entertainment that keeps a frenetic pace
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Favorite moment: When Kogan lept back in shock when he heard the favorite team response by the Sox fans in the venue @
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Review 5 for Chicago Live!
A Unique Slice of Chicago
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Favorite moment: Rick Kogan's Almanac segment about the history of the river was uniquely Chicago- like listening to Frazier Thomas reading Family Classics on WGN tv. @
Posted 07/23/2011
by Anonymous
This was our first Chicago Live show. My overall impression is that it was unique, fun and entertaining.
Being in the basement of the Chicago Theater, I felt like we were in a hidden vault containing photos, plaques and memorabilia of local entertainment history. Hidden gems included a display case with a circa 1959 photo of the theater's marquee enticing movie fans to come see Rio Bravo, starring John Wayne, Dean Martin, Angie Dickinson, Ricky Nelson and Walter Brennan. Another case displayed a young Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert getting ready to preview movies in the very same Chicago Theater basement. The theater was intimate, quaint and museum-like.
The show, itself, was not perfect, but its uniquely Chicago flavor and attempt to provide a variety of music, sports, comedy, news and history made me feel like I was getting a type of entertainment that can be found nowhere else. It was fun to be so close to the actors, writers and musicians. Rick Kogan's wit, wisdom and relaxed style gave the show focus and continuity. I'm not really a soccer fan, but David Haugh's interview with the Chicago Fire's Logan Pause interested me enough to consider going to professional soccer game. The Second City cast members were witty, sarcastic and entertaining, as usual. Kogan's interview with Trib editor Gerould Kern was newsworthy, in that he discussed the paper's new format and its rationale. The newspaper discussion was a bit like attending a funeral (for print news media) and a revival meeting for the proliferation of real journalism in a blog-driven society. It was encouraging to hear the message that the Chicago Tribune will go on. The segment on the Bug House Debates probably enticed more than a few live and radio audience members to attend the event at Washington Square on July 30th. I will certainly be there. Finally, there was Billy Corgan. I'm not a huge fan, but I do like the Smashing Pumpkins and was looking forward to this part of the show. Corgan's acoustic performance was amazing. Greg Kot's interview of the musician was intelligent and interesting, though he didn't have many opportunities to ask questions. In my opinion, Corgan's diatribe made him seem arrogant and bitter toward critics of his current work.
I hope to attend another performance of Chicago Live and would recommend this variety show, especially to those living in the Chicago Metro area.
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Favorite moment: Rick Kogan's Almanac segment about the history of the river was uniquely Chicago- like listening to Frazier Thomas reading Family Classics on WGN tv. @
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Review 6 for Chicago Live!
Shemekia Coleman was out of this world!!!
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- Thu, Jun 9, 2011 @
Favorite moment: I love the interviews and Rick Kogan's presentation every week. @
Posted 06/11/2011
by Paige56
Location:north chicago illinois
The 'Blues' guests were absolutely phenomenal!!!!! What a great start to the Blues festival this weekend.
I love Chicago Live so much! Rick Kogan is awesome! Can't wait until the summer shows start!
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Review 7 for Chicago Live!
Chicago Live well worthwhile
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Favorite moment: Interview with Shemekia Copeland @
Posted 06/11/2011
by Debbela
Location:Chicago
I enjoyed the performers tremendously, and thought the whole event was an interesting peak into current happenings in Chicago
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Review 8 for Chicago Live!
Blues night
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- Thu, Jun 9, 2011 @
Posted 06/11/2011
by Scratz
Location:Chicago Live
Loved the format - great interviews & performances. I'll be back!
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Review 9 for Chicago Live!
Chicago Live
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- Thu, May 19, 2011 @
Posted 05/22/2011
by Karkarkar
Location:Danville, CA
Great show! Would go again. Throughly enjoyed the interviews and music. Good price too!
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Review 10 for Chicago Live!
"Chicago Live" is the real delio!!!!
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- Thu, May 12, 2011 @
Posted 05/14/2011
by Anonymous
Rick Kogan has the right combo of wit and sincerity in all he does. So, I'm not surprised that I loved "Chicago Live" as did my companions. Great format. Great guests. The comedy was fun. Really moved along at a nice clip. Leaves one wanting more. I'll be back next week for another much needed brain refresher and probably bring folks along with. And for $20 - Fantastic deal!!!!
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Review 11 for Chicago Live!
A real Chicago experience!
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Favorite moment: Patti Vazquez, Cardinal Francis George's interview, snippets of Second City, Billy Dec, & Rick Kogan. @
Posted 05/07/2011
by NCWis
Location:Chicago
This was a full hour featuring a variety of Chicago personalities and experiences. A short "taste" of interviews, entertainment, & personalities that was great! It moved along quickly!
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Favorite moment: Patti Vazquez, Cardinal Francis George's interview, snippets of Second City, Billy Dec, & Rick Kogan. @
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Review 12 for Chicago Live!
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Posted 03/20/2011
by Anonymous
A very enjoyable hour of entertainment. Had a group of 5 adults ranging from 23 to 64 and all found most of the hour delightful.
A good way to start a fun evening.
A good way to start a fun evening.
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Review 13 for Chicago Live!
Wonderful show
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- Thu, Feb 24, 2011 @
Favorite moment: When Michael Philips brought out his dentist to review the Oscar smiles. Rick Kogan reading his letters to Ann Landers. @
Posted 02/26/2011
by Sueskip
The show was fast paced, witty, full of talent and intellect. My sister-in-law and I loved it and would go again in a heartbeat.
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Favorite moment: When Michael Philips brought out his dentist to review the Oscar smiles. Rick Kogan reading his letters to Ann Landers. @
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Review 14 for Chicago Live!
Don't miss Chicago Live
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Posted 02/26/2011
by Anonymous
Location:Glen Ellyn
I titled my review Don't miss Chicago Live because I ended up having to miss the program. I saw Jennifer Weiglel's behind the scenes video and it made me even sadder I had to miss it. It looked great. I can't wait to hear the podcast. I'll try to go again sometime when things slow down.
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Review 15 for Chicago Live!
Chicago Live
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- Thu, Feb 17, 2011 @
Posted 02/20/2011
by PhllC
An enjoyable evening meeting interesting local Chicago talent. Variety show appeal. A little something for everyone.
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Review 16 for Chicago Live!
Chicago Live- Michelin show
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Favorite moment: Fun segment with competing mixologists and Rick Kogan yucking it up. @
Posted 12/02/2010
by whataband
Location:Wilmette, il
Fun 1 hour. Several interviews, but they seemed hurried and interviewers seemed unprepared, so went for "sound bite" questions w/ sound bite answers. Maybe a few less segments but a little more thoughtful- this was more Access Hollywood than Charlie Rose. Nice feature at the end was a cocktail, meet and mingle, but a lot of the guests bolted, so it would of been nice if the Michelin folks and some of the other chefs had hung around. Anyway, chalk it up to "experimental theater", I would certainly try a few other shows in the future. Also, for a similar, "free" experience, try the Interview show at the Hideout Bar, first Friday of every month.
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Favorite moment: Fun segment with competing mixologists and Rick Kogan yucking it up. @
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Review 17 for Chicago Live!
Thoroughly Enjoyabe
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- Thu, Nov 11, 2010 @
Favorite moment: Rick Kogan honoring vetrans day by reading the personal story of one of our fallen heroes. Greg Proops @
Posted 11/13/2010
by knits4kix
This was the first Chicago Live event my husband and I attended. We enjoyed the diversity of the talent presented from a rapper to a countertenor currently singing at the Lyric Opera House. Enjoyed the Amy Guth interview of Scott Turrow. Greg Proops from Who's Line is it Anyway was very funny.
Second City tidbits were perfect interludes to the informal interviews.
Rick Kogan is fabulous as emcee.
Would definitely return.
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Favorite moment: Rick Kogan honoring vetrans day by reading the personal story of one of our fallen heroes. Greg Proops @
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Review 18 for Chicago Live!
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- Thu, Oct 14, 2010 @
Posted 10/18/2010
by LHiltonH
Chicago Live! is a great show if you are visiting Chicago or live in the city. It celebrates the people and events of the city using a unique blend of humor and seriousness. I enjoyed every aspect of the performance and was even able to mingle with the guests, Tribune personalities and Second City performers after the show. The Downstairs Theatre at the historic Chicago Theatre is quaint while still giving off that exclusive, VIP vibe. I loved Chicago Live! and plan to go to another show as soon as possible.
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