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photography by Eric KlEinbErg (gt fish & oystEr) culture 59 // heav y metal holiday With the premiere of Rock & Roll Christmas Tale, Twisted Sister front- man Dee Snider shows his softer side with help from Giuliana Rancic. 62 // shaping the city His work is in museums across the country, but sculptor Richard Hunt will always be Chicago's own. 64 // spotlight Crooner Sam Fazio kicks off the season with a festive new album; Mathias Poledna mixes animation and post-punk infuences in his new exhibit; the Irish Theatre of Chicago celebrates 20 years with Shining City. 66 // hail and farewell Theater heavyweights Lisa D'Amour and Joe Mantello embrace the grittier side of New Orleans in the new play Airline Highway. people 69 // the tourism tycoon Hotel magnate Jonathan Tisch is aiming to make Chicago a Loews kind of town. 72 // walk ing on air From ftness to facials, Shama Patel is ready to tackle 2015 with her fast-growing health and beauty businesses. 74 // poetic passion Chicago spoken-word artist J. Ivy translates his message of healing and inspiration to the printed page with his new book, Dear Father. 76 // pitching in With the Wood Family Foundation, former Chicago Cubs star pitcher Kerry Wood steps up to the plate to better the lives of the city's children. 62 SHAPING THE CITY No local artist has made as much of a mark on Chicago as Richard Hunt. 98 FABULOUS FOODIE Rachel De Marte's choice spots for a delectable meal with a glam mood include GT Fish & Oyster. 37 UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL La Perla extends the allure of its intimate apparel to a new line of accessories. 12 michiganavemag.com contents December 2014 / January 2015