Art News Roundup: Gallery Representation, Exhibitions, and Cultural Developments in Chicago and Beyond

Several significant developments in the art world have been announced. The estate of artist Pope.L will now be represented by Gladstone Gallery, with a solo exhibition scheduled for 2027 in New York. A documentary screening about the large-scale installation 'Scala' by Edra Soto and Dan Sullivan will take place at the Salt Shed on April 15, featuring a discussion with the artists. SoNa Chicago gallery will present a collage exhibition from April 8 to May 30, including works by Tony Fitzpatrick, with a special program honoring him on April 11. The Edith Farnsworth House marks its 75th anniversary with a multi-year initiative exploring modernist influences, including Mexican Modernism and future focuses on Afro-Latino and African American Modernism. In Chicago's Little Village, zoning approval has been granted for a new community center designed by Canopy. A Patek Philippe watch recovered from Titanic passenger John Jacob Astor IV will be auctioned in Chicago on April 22, with estimates between $300,000 and $500,000. The Chicago Underground Film Festival will hold its 33rd edition from September 23 to 27. Steppenwolf Theatre will premiere Tarell Alvin McCraney's new play 'Windfall' from April 9 to May 31, addressing contemporary social issues. Court Theatre has announced its 2026-27 season, featuring works by Winsome Pinnock, August Wilson, and Luis Alfaro. Additionally, the former Chicago Daily News building has been recommended for landmark status, potentially aiding a $70 million renovation. Chef Norman Fenton plans to open a tortilla-focused restaurant called Molino Los Hermanos this summer. The Salt Lake Tribune will remove its paywall in May, relying on donations instead. The Wall Street Journal has reported growth in digital subscriptions. The Hideout music venue under new ownership aims to expand its musical offerings. Artist and former cultural affairs administrator Greg Lunceford has passed away, remembered for his impactful curatorial work. Federal funding for America's 250th anniversary celebrations has prompted discussions about historical narratives.