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Chicago Tribune
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
What to do in Chicago this weekend: Pride Parade, monster trucks, volleyball and Tyler, the Creator
Our picks for events in and around Chicago this weekend. The sun's expected to shine on this weekend's 54th annual Pride Parade, with temperatures in the low 80s. Bring plenty of water and head to Lake View for a dose of joy this weekend. The theme is 'United in Pride,' and the parade will be led for the first time by an 'out front' leader — TaskForce Prevention & Community Services, a health and wellness group serving LGBTQ+ youth. Drs. Maya Green and Catherine Creticos, both of whom help to shape HIV care, will also serve as grand Tyler, the Creator, played the nation's capital this spring, the Washington Post said he's 'thinking so big, an arena can barely contain it.' The rapper / singer / songwriter / producer / fashion-influencer pushes boundaries, so we're expanding this weekend roundup into next week to accommodate him. On Monday and Tuesday, the Grammy winner's Chromakopia tour will be live, in full-blown color, at the United Center. Lil Yachty and Paris Texas are also on the know him from 'The Fly,' 'Jurassic Park,' 'Wicked' or a gazillion other things, but this weekend at the Chicago Theatre, Jeff Goldblum transforms into his side gig as a pianist. On the heels of the release of 'Still Blooming,' Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra promise an evening of jazz, the Great American Songbook and something akin to a variety hour. Whenever Goldblum's involved, expect 'Saturday Night Live' cast member Melissa Villaseñor brings her low-key standup vibe to Wicker Park. Since 'SNL,' Villaseñor has appeared in several television shows including 'Barry' and earned praise for her voice up the gang for a roaring loud, fiery good bash this weekend at the United Center. Bigfoot is celebrating its 50th birthday, and fellow Monster Trucks Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, Skelesaurus, 5-Alarm and Bone Shaker are expected to attend. What more could you want? Maybe a transforming robot and a Motocross team? Yep, they'll be there, a trip back to Los '80s as Hombres G and Enanitos Verdes take the stage for their 'Huevos Revueltos' tour this weekend in Rosemont. Hombres G, formed in Madrid in 1983, is perhaps best known for their song 'Devuélveme a mi chica.' The influential Argentinian rockers Enanitos Verdes are touring without their original frontman, Marciano Cantero, who died at 62 in in the clown. Opera Festival of Chicago closes its 2025 season with the iconic Italian opera, 'Pagliacci' by Ruggero Leoncavallo. Performed in Italian with English supertitles, the performance stars Michelle Allie Drever and Jonathan Burton. WFMT's Oliver Camacho will offer a pre-performance talk on the evolution of Italian take note: Third Coast Percussion is celebrating its 20th anniversary with Rhythm Fest, a daylong event featuring more than 30 musicians and a film installation by Wilco's Glenn Kotche. The day will start with a drum circle and finish with a performance by Third Coast Percussion, who will be joined by tabla player Salar than 100 artists will exhibit their works near the northern edge of Millennium Park. Browse the eclectic vendor mix — sculpture, painting, photography, jewelry, fashion and more — or listen to live music and indulge in a piña colada. Live art demos, face-painting and other kid-friendly activities will be a good smash? Watch national volleyball teams from the United States — winners of the 2024 Olympic Bronze medal — as well as Brazil, Canada, China, Italy and Poland battle this weekend in Hoffman Estates. The Volleyball Nations League Men's Preliminary Phase Tournament started Wednesday, but still has seven matches scheduled throughout the weekend.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CBIZ, Inc. Appoints Seth Goldblum as National Leader of Advisory Services
CLEVELAND, June 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ), a leading national professional services advisor, today announced that it has appointed Seth Goldblum as National Leader of Advisory Services, effective June 1, 2025. Goldblum succeeds Tom Bonney in this role. CBIZ Advisory Services empowers businesses by delivering actionable insights and industry-specific solutions designed to address complex challenges. The team provides comprehensive support across private equity advisory, risk management and compliance, forensic consulting and litigation, financial accounting and advisory, and valuation services. With nationwide reach and deep sector expertise, CBIZ identifies opportunities to enhance cash flow, manage risk, reduce costs, and accelerate growth. Goldblum brings over 30 years of diverse experience to this role and specializes in driving profitable growth and building long-term business alliances. He joined CBIZ in 2017 through the acquisition of CMF Associates, a private equity advisory firm based in Philadelphia. This acquisition led to the formation of the Private Equity Advisory practice, which Goldblum has led since January 2020. His efforts have helped expand and strengthen its services and build a talented and respected team. Goldblum previously served in a variety of executive leadership positions, including Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer at Vertical Screen, Inc., and Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Corporate Development at DigiHut, Inc. Earlier in his career, he held senior management roles at Deloitte. His extensive experience and vision have helped CBIZ's clients achieve exceptional success and deliver optimal results across financial and operational initiatives. "This appointment reflects our commitment to investing in one of the most critical and fast-growing areas of our business," said Chris Spurio, President of CBIZ Financial Services. "Seth's leadership, both within CBIZ and across his 30-plus year career, uniquely positions him to lead our Advisory practice into its next chapter of growth and impact." Seth will continue to serve as the National Industry Leader for Private Equity across CBIZ. About CBIZCBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ) is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward-thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what's next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 22 major markets coast to coast. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media: Amy McGahan, Director of Corporate & Strategic Communications, Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CBIZ, Inc. Appoints Seth Goldblum as National Leader of Advisory Services
CLEVELAND, June 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ), a leading national professional services advisor, today announced that it has appointed Seth Goldblum as National Leader of Advisory Services, effective June 1, 2025. Goldblum succeeds Tom Bonney in this role. CBIZ Advisory Services empowers businesses by delivering actionable insights and industry-specific solutions designed to address complex challenges. The team provides comprehensive support across private equity advisory, risk management and compliance, forensic consulting and litigation, financial accounting and advisory, and valuation services. With nationwide reach and deep sector expertise, CBIZ identifies opportunities to enhance cash flow, manage risk, reduce costs, and accelerate growth. Goldblum brings over 30 years of diverse experience to this role and specializes in driving profitable growth and building long-term business alliances. He joined CBIZ in 2017 through the acquisition of CMF Associates, a private equity advisory firm based in Philadelphia. This acquisition led to the formation of the Private Equity Advisory practice, which Goldblum has led since January 2020. His efforts have helped expand and strengthen its services and build a talented and respected team. Goldblum previously served in a variety of executive leadership positions, including Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer at Vertical Screen, Inc., and Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Corporate Development at DigiHut, Inc. Earlier in his career, he held senior management roles at Deloitte. His extensive experience and vision have helped CBIZ's clients achieve exceptional success and deliver optimal results across financial and operational initiatives. "This appointment reflects our commitment to investing in one of the most critical and fast-growing areas of our business," said Chris Spurio, President of CBIZ Financial Services. "Seth's leadership, both within CBIZ and across his 30-plus year career, uniquely positions him to lead our Advisory practice into its next chapter of growth and impact." Seth will continue to serve as the National Industry Leader for Private Equity across CBIZ. About CBIZCBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ) is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward-thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what's next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 22 major markets coast to coast. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media: Amy McGahan, Director of Corporate & Strategic Communications, Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jeff Goldblum Says This 1 Celebrity Actually Left Him Starstruck: 'It Made My Life'
Fear not, mere mortals, as even world-famous Hollywood actors can get starstruck. Jeff Goldblum joined Thursday's edition of 'Late Night with Seth Meyers' to promote his latest jazz album, only to reveal that he encountered his lifelong idol at a recent Broadway performance of George Clooney's play 'Good Night, and Good Luck.' 'I saw the great George Clooney and his wonderful play, very important, very great, but I found out shortly before we went, guess who's also going to be there?' Goldblum teased. 'Paul McCartney. Paul... McCartney. I have never met Paul McCartney.' 'I was very excited,' he admitted. 'And then sure enough, after the play, I was looking and we both got a chance to go backstage and meet George and the cast. I saw him in the flesh for the first time ever, and there he was. My golly, I'm very starstruck.' Goldblum has starred in some of the highest-grossing franchises of all time, including 'Jurassic Park' and 'Guardians of the Galaxy,' but is also a fervent musician who came of age when The Beatles conquered the world — and said McCartney 'means a lot' to him. He waxed rhapsodic Thursday about actually interacting with the legendary Beatle at Clooney's show. 'And then they were taking pictures, and he saw me, and he was very nice,' Goldblum told Meyers. 'This is bragging, I shouldn't do it, but he said, 'Jeff, Jeff Goldblum, I love Jeff Goldblum. Come here, Jeff, let's take a picture,' and all that stuff.' 'It made my life and my year,' he continued. Goldblum arguably has one of the most distinct manners of speaking and an effusive personality that has made for some of the funniest talk show appearances over the years. On Thursday, he jokingly presented Meyers with his own, refined jaywalking technique. The actor-turned-musician appeared earnest while reflecting on his chance encounter with McCartney, however, and vividly recalled the Beatles' 'I Want to Hold Your Hand' and 'She Loves You' hitting the airwaves in 1964 when he was '12 or 13.' Goldblum has performed his own music with his Mildred Snitzer Orchestra ensemble for more than a decade now. The entertainer released his third, aptly titled CD, 'Still Blooming,' in April — and performed at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City earlier this month. On Thursday, he vowed to stop dropping names during public appearances. 'I impress my own self with a lot of the people that I seem to have rubbed shoulders with,' he said. 'I have to, as a matter of fact, restrain myself from taking reflected glory and saying, 'Hey, you know who else I met? You know who else I know?' I seem to like that.' 'I shouldn't do that,' Goldblum acknowledged. 'And starting here and now, I won't.' Sarah Jessica Parker Reveals The 1 Mistake Fans Make When Meeting Her Miley Cyrus Says She Wears 'Very Modest' Bathing Suits Because Of Memes Eric Dane Describes Waking Up With ALS In First TV Interview Since Announcement
The Citizen
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Local star shines in new global Pepsi campaign
Despite a slowdown in local commissioning, Goldblum said the industry is still very much alive. He's not your stereotypical up and coming showbusiness star. Instead, Dean Goldblum is the kind of guy who has an insatiable curiosity about the world around him, and the people in it. The kind of person everyone wants at a dinner party, because he's just that chilled. In his instance, nice guys cross the finishing line first. And he's well on his way with several notable roles under his belt and now, a spot in a Pepsi Zero Sugar ad set for global release. The ad is a fast moving musical collage that focuses on expressions, consuming and interacting with the soft drink. And while nobody in the cast had a speaking part, just being in a major league soft drink add instantly conjures peers like Michael Jackson, Madonna and Britney Spears. It's a small part but a big deal. 'It was incredible,' Goldblum said. 'We shot the Pepsi ad for six days, and every moment was special.' Filmed in Cape Town with an international crew and managed by Ridley Scott's production house, the campaign is big-budget stuff. Goldblum described the shoot as a masterclass. 'Working with the director, the camera persons, and then the company handling local production, everyone was at the top of their game,' he said. 'You learn so much just by being around people like that.' All South African cast The entire Pepsi ad cast was South African, and most of the crew too. 'It's a big deal,' he said. 'A project like that showcases our talent on a global stage and brings huge investment into the country via the production. And millions of people are going to see it.' ALSO READ: Man of influence still a player? But starring in a Pepsi ad is not the beginning and end of his career, nor his first international pitstop. Goldblum has stacked up roles with credits in Darby and the Dead, The Kingdom, Tali's Joburg Diary, Die Onderonsie, and South Africa's first Amazon Prime Original, The Shakedown. Later this year, he stars in Pretty How Town, directed by Alan Shelley, and he's also been cast in Muzzle: City of Wolves opposite Aaron Eckhart. But the CV isn't what defines him. There's no pushiness. No hustle-for-the-sake-of-hustle vibe at all. Instead, Goldblum comes across as a gentle, kind human. This is also how he approaches his work. 'I started drama classes when I was about six,' he said. 'Helen Holden used to put me in shows. It was small stuff, but I loved it. Then music got me deeper into performance, and it all grew from there.' First, he was a 'Little Star' His first screen role came at 13, on SABC's Little Stars. By high school, he'd already appeared on South Africa's Got Talent. 'I was still figuring out if I wanted to study law or act,' he said. 'I was passionate about human rights. Still am.' The turning point came in a school production of Big Fish. 'That experience changed everything,' he said. 'I realised I could probably have more impact as a performer than I would as an attorney. That connection between people, that energy. It felt more immediate, more alive,' he said. Goldblum studied drama at UCT but worked professionally during his holidays, jumping between television soaps and student life. 'Generations, Rhythm City and the like. I'd come back to Joburg during the breaks and shoot, then return to class,' he said. 'It was just luck, really. Good timing.' He's been fortunate enough that his work has started finding him. 'A lot of international work is being shot here' Despite a slowdown in local commissioning, Goldblum said the industry is still very much alive. 'A lot of the international work is being shot here,' he said. 'The film and television world has become so globalised. I've done American work without ever leaving South Africa.' The challenge, he said, lies in local productions, funded at home. 'Funding is hard. The DTI (Department of Trade and Industry) rebates to producers and the way rules change makes things unpredictable. But people are still doing it, still finding a way to create.' Goldblum has found his way. His slate's busy, and the casting couch has never intimidated him. Instead, it's like a fresh start every time. 'I've always felt calm in castings,' he said. 'I try to approach them like I would a conversation. No performance, no pretence. Just connect.' And then, when he gets a role, he goes for it completely and throws everything he has at it. 'Every encounter is a chance to uplift someone, or to learn,' he said. 'Every second we've got here matters.' NOW READ: Meet the man who has performed at 3800 weddings
