The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and its partners present a wide range of the performing, visual and literary arts at the Cultural Center. Programs showcase classical, jazz, world, folk, pop and vocal music concerts; readings and performances of new and classic plays; modern dance performances; film screenings; lectures and art discussions; and more. Exhibitions ranging from international traveling shows to one-person shows by local artists present a wide range of traditional and new media, including painting, sculpture, photography, graphics, crafts, architecture and design.