Chicago Critic's Table.

The article discusses the importance of criticism in the arts, particularly in supporting Black and Brown artists in Chicago. It highlights the Chicago Critic's Table program at Arts and Public Life, which aims to bring together diverse critics to discuss and support critical work. The program focuses on fostering critical communities, raising the stakes of criticism, and challenging traditional perspectives. Critics share their experiences, challenges, and inspirations, emphasizing the need for thoughtful critique and the role of criticism in shaping culture and preserving history. [Extracted from the article]