Theatrical producer's focus on minorities fills a niche, targets a diverse audience.

Step outside Oprah Winfrey's Harpo Studios and into the near west side neighborhood that's been home to her television talk show for two decades, and it's easy to get a sense of what she's meant to Chicago.

Dear Amy: Earlier this year I met a friend, "Janet," for lunch.

Their musical tastes may be different. Their paychecks certainly are. But the new players for the Charlotte Symphony and the Charlotte Bobcats have more in common than you might think.

Even if you don't know Mailou Jones' work, you may recognize her techniques.

Galleries: November 2009