
INTERVIEW: Fat Theatre Project founder and director Eileen Tull on sobriety, activism and abortion
The director of “Funny, Like An Abortion,” talks to Mustard about the importance of telling fat people’s stories, reclaiming Chicago as a sober person and the political power behind art.
Rachel Slurrz brings beauty, humor and individuality to Chicago’s diverse drag scene
Drag queen Rachel Slurrz talks to Mustard about being drawn to the stage, the women who inspire her and why Black History Month is a year-long celebration.

Chicago multimedia artist Medusa creates, paints and tattoos worlds within worlds
The Chicago-born artist talks about the importance of the Harold Washington Library Center, faeries and learning how to tattoo on paper plates.
Chef and restaurant owner Inez Melendez makes Puerto Rican favorites from the heart at Chicago Empanada Mama
The chef and owner of Empanada Mama talks to Mustard Magazine about growing up in Chicago, opening during the pandemic and making Puerto Rican sofrito from scratch.

DJ Gaybash! pays homage to Chicago’s Black and queer communities one track at a time
The classically trained percussionist and DJ sat down with Mustard Magazine to talk about representation and recognizing Chicago’s Black, queer pioneers.

Guitar virtuoso Charlie Baran blends his love for Chicago and Central America with Radio Free Honduras
The Chicago-based singer, songwriter and guitarist aims to bring his original music to every corner of the globe.

Two A.M. conversations: ‘Greetings’ playwright Zack Peercy on love, laughter and saying ‘I’m sorry’
The local playwright discusses his latest play at The Factory, using comedy as a salve and bombing on purpose.

The rhythm within: chatting with DJ and graphic designer Lauren Tussey—aka tigermilk
The 30-year-old DJ talks to Mustard Magazine about her upcoming set at The Listening Club, overcoming fears and that iconic scene in The Devil Wears Prada.

Juggling levity, pressure and power with actor, artist and clown Olivia Lindsay
The 28-year-old multi-hyphenate talks about her upcoming play, Uncle Vanya, and the depth she brings to her work inside the theater—and out.

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