Steve Dale's Other World From Wgn Plus

A stage and musical version of the movie Titanic, called Titanique, is being performed now through July 13th with an all Chicago cast at Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. Do you really need to wear your bathing suit and a life preserver to the theater? Director Tye Blue will answer these and other questions.

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Steve Dale to give his commentary on the recent ‘teen takeover’ in Streeterville and what can be done to prevent future cases.

Larry, Moe, and Curly, also known as The Three Stooges, were known as some of the best comedic actors of their time. Curly’s grandson, Bradley Server, joins Steve Dale to discuss what his grandfather was really like and his own comedic journey which he continues through his YouTube page where he and two others create […]

Joey Morelli of Max’s Deli in Highland Park travels around the world to help those in need. He joins Steve Dale in studio to explain his next stop with Joey’s Food Fight in the Philippines, in addition to the work that they have been doing around Chicago. He also discusses his time in Ukraine cooking […]

Steve Crano, Manager of Corporate Communications for Choose Chicago, and Kara Bachman, Executive Director of the Chicago Sports Commission, join Steve Dale in studio to announce that the Premiere (Soccer) League is coming to Chicago! Also, they give more details about NASCAR in Chicago this summer. 

The Prince of Waffles, Lawrence Kreymer of Chicago Waffles, joins Steve Dale in studio with green waffles to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day! Lawrence shares the history of Chicago Waffles and the variety in their menu. To see the menu or make reservations, visit www.chicagowaffles.com.

Eric Soderstrom, Ravinia’s Senior Director of Programming, joins Steve Dale to discuss this year’s festival lineup. Artists for this year include David Foster, Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe, and more! For the full calendar at Ravinia, visit www.ravinia.org.

Man-Yee Lee, Director of Communications for the Greater Chicago Food Depository, and John Manchester of Windy City Sweets join Steve Dale to discuss food insecurity in Chicago. Man-Yee shares the importance of being able to provide food to communities and the impact of rolled-back public assistance programs. John shares that Windy City Sweets has created a special […]

Lou Raizin, Broadway in Chicago CEO, joins Steve Dale in studio to share news on a new concept stadium in Chicago. Lou shares how it will build residency spaces for artists, make culture affordable, and talks upcoming productions that Broadway in Chicago has in store. For more information on Broadway in Chicago, visit www.broadwayinchicago.com.

Ryan Wagner, Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago National Ambassador, joins Steve Dale to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day. Ryan shares the history of the perfect two-part pour, discusses misconceptions, and more. For more information on Open Gate Brewery, visit www.guinnessbrewerychicago.com.

Jeremy Wechsler is the Artistic Director of Theater Wit, and he joins Steve Dale, who is filling in for Dean Richards, to discuss CityTalk. The theater is having important conversations by organizing free talks around the city led by thought leaders, artists, and scholars. For more information about the events, visit www.theaterwit.org

Holly Agra, Architecture Foundation and Mercury Skyline Cruiseline co-owner, joins Steve Dale to discuss their tours! Holly shares the history of the tours and when their canine tour will begin. For information on cruises, visit firstlady.com

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Steve Dale to discuss recession worries. Callers ask about taking their retirement early, and Terry gives updates on paybacks, the bear market, and more. For more advice from Terry, visit www.terrysavage.com

Jesse Sharpe, cast member of Beetlejuice The Musical, joins Steve Dale to talk about the show coming back to Chicago–by popular demand–for just a short run at the Cadillac Palace Theater

Devin DeSantis joins Steve Dale to talk about his role as Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre, thru March 30. DeSantis shares his experience in the role and how he got the part.

Steve Dale is joined by Samantha Gershman who plays Carole King in Beautiful at the Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace. Gershman shares her journey to becoming the star of Beautiful. The show runs only through March 23 at the Drury Lane Theatre.

Linda Moran, author of The Perks of Hospice, joins Steve Dale to talk about the book she never thought she would write. The two have a discussion about hospice care, and she will offer tips to help others through the emotional ups and downs.

Art Simms and Adam Helman of the non-profit Guest House Foundation join Steve Dale to talk about accommodating medical patients, their family members, and military veterans in Chicago who have nowhere else to turn for support.

The Candy Man John Manchester joins Steve Dale and Paul Lisnek to share that Windy City Sweets will offer cookies with the faces of Steve Dale and Paul Lisnek! Whichever face cookie sells the least will be crowned on April First as “Chicago’s top fool.” John also talks about how small businesses in Chicago are […]

Illusionist Xavier Mortimer joins Steve Dale to talk about coming to Chicago for the first time to do a show! For tickets visit ticketmaster.com/xavier-mortimer