Thomas Connors

Thomas is a freelance writer based in Chicago. His work has appeared in the Chicago-Sun Times, Crain's Chicago, Playbill and Science Magazine.

All Articles From Thomas Connors

The Entire History of Chicago Theater, In One Book

A conversation with Mark Larson, whose 680-page tome features more than 300 interviews

The 10 Exhibits — Some Big, Some Small — To See at EXPO Chicago

From inflatable sculptures on the Navy Pier to a digital billboard project all over the city

Chicago Writer Barry Pearce Shares the 5 Books That Changed His Life

The lifelong Chicagoan was just named the Nelson Algren Award winner for 2019

How One Chicago Building Became a Monument to Menswear

A trio of high-end ateliers stake a claim in The Monadnock Building

Chicago’s 5 Most Underrated Architectural Landmarks

Tom Miller’s latest book documents the usual suspects — but also the unusual ones

These Are the Best New Bars in Chicago

They just came back from Tales with the credentials to prove it

The 5 Best Summer-Weekend Getaways in the Badger State

When did Wisconsin become a boutique hotel hotbed?

What to Expect at the Largest Spirits-Only Auction in US History

A veritable rare booze symposium comes to Chicago this weekend

A Crash Course in Mezcal From Chicago’s Resident Agave Whisperer

Jay Schroeder’s new book decodes an otherwise tricky spirit

Six Chicago Developments Offering Truly Unique Building Amenities

Gym? Try recording studios, bowling and a “cordial room”.

Meet the Midwest’s Bootlegger King, and the Bourbon He Inspired

Plus: Four other regional bourbons that belong on your shelf

5 Books That Changed My Life: Adam Morgan

Female writers lead Chicago's premier literary critic's list

5 Books That Changed My Life: Kevin Coval

The beloved poet delivers a history of blue-collar Chicago

Five Books That Changed My Life: Marshall Brown

The architect’s picks include Foucault, an essay on bullsh*t