Chicago! Your kind of townDiscover the Windy City’s legacy as a crossroads of America’s past and future. We take you on a tour of the art and cultural scene and some of the signature landmarks. Highlights of this trip include Chicago's Architecture, skyline, waterfront parks, world-class museums and a look at the diverse neighborhoods. Learn about Chicago politics and enjoy our fine cuisine. There is something for everyone to enjoy. 15 weeks to choose from
April to October, 2012Visit the web link below for
a complete list of dates. Program #2818RJ
http://www.roadscholar.org/2818RJ
Culinary: A Taste of
Chicago's Food HistorySavor a delicious exploration of Chicago’s international food scene and let your every sense be awakened by the sights, smells, sounds, tastes and textures of a city renowned for its culinary history and multicultural restaurant culture. Take advantage of the opportunity to learn tricks of the trade from esteemed local chefs and learn about the impact of the local-food movement on the Chicago restaurant scene. June 25–29, 2012 or
October 22–26, 2012 Program #
http://www.roadscholar.org/ Treasures of ChicagolandMillenium Park, Chinatown, the Lake Michigan shore and more: the treasures of Chicago are on full display. Experience an insider's look at the architecture, culture, lifestyle and history of the Windy City's most celebrated and off-beat destinations. Led by local experts, feel the pulse of the city from the Loop to the South Side to Oak Park to the revitalized East Side. July 15–19, 2012 or
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http://www.roadscholar.org/ | Making Beautiful MusicThe Ravina Festival Experience,
featuring the Chicago Symphony Orchestra,
James Conlon Conducting Revel in a classical music paradise at the Ravinia Festival, the Chicago area's "sound of summer" since 1904. The Windy City's high culture envelops your entire experience, from world-class lodgings to three riveting performances by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and professional musical ensembles. July 29–August 2, 2012- Tchaikovsky
Dennis Matsuev, piano - Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff and Stravinsky
Dennis Matsuev, piano - Women of the Chicago Symphony Chorus
August 5–9, 2012- Tribute to Harold Arlen
- Debussy and Ravel
Yves Thibaudet, piano - Dvorak and Brahms
Yefim Bronfman, piano
Program #16410RJ
http://www.roadscholar.org/16410RJ Spotlight Chicago Theater: Steppenwolf, Goodman and MoreStudy the history and operations of Chicago’s leading theater companies and enjoy the innovative work of a small new theater. Attend a total of three classic and contemporary plays, with two at the Tony Award-winning Steppenwolf and Goodman theaters and one at an emerging, risk-taking theater in one of the small venues for which Chicago is famous. A drama critic from the Chicago Tribune teaches you about the art of criticism and the state of the American stage today while you speak to actors about all aspects of their craft, from technique to training to philosophy. Go behind the scenes of the theaters you visit to meet costume designers, art directors and operations staff who further enlighten you about life inside the theater business. October 25–19, 2012 Program #
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