# Event Details - **Event Name**: Art Exhibit: The Sound Barriers Vol. 4 @ Definition Theatre - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 15 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: In a world dominated by smart devices and streaming, the boombox is overlooked. Music is more intimate when shared—hence the sound barriers.About this EventPresented alongside"How We Got On" by Definition TheatreThe Sound BarriersVol. 4 at Definition TheatreAn Art Installation by John Vergara-September 14-24, 2026at Definition Theatre, 1160 E 55th. StLearn more: definitiontheatre.org/shows/tsb-v4The exhibit is open Monday-Thursday’s from 5-9p from Monday, September 14- Thursday, Sept 24. You may arrive at any time during your selected timeslot.-About the InstallationChicago-based artist John Vergara time travels via boomboxes, the ultimate muse. In 1980’s Chicago, Vergara was immersed in hip-hop, funk, and house music. Sharing and mixing music. Playing until the neighbors complained. Walking around with a pocket full of cassettes, the iPod’s predecessors. Boomboxes are vintage status symbols that helped define a decade. In a world now dominated by smart devices and music streaming sites, the boombox is overlooked. Still, music is more intimate when shared—hence the sound barriers.The people presented in the paintings live here in Chicago, with some originally from New York, New Orleans, Detroit, and Miami. Vergara’s vibrant brushstrokes, paint splatters, and graffiti work embody the movement of sound. His cityscape photographs embody a lively party scene we call home. His portraits present music as a life form accompanying each person. About the ArtistJohn Vergara has had a passion for art since the age of 7. Growing up in Chicago urban art served as a survival tactic, helping him overcome neighborhood challenges. A desire to cope marked the beginning of Vergara’s journey with mural art. Over the years, he has had the honor of collaborating with leading artists in the world of muralism. Vergara is proficient in acrylic painting, having created more than 200 public works, and he has recently been exploring the world of digital photography. For 20+ years, he has curated art shows, including both solo and collective art exhibitions, in the Chicago area.Apart from creating, Vergara is an advocate for the protection and preservation of historical public art. While being interviewed for various local media outlets, Vergara often discusses the issue of concealed murals. These discussions have helped lead to the City of Chicago Mural Registry, an organization safeguarding communal artwork for the city of Chicago.Follow Vergara and his journey @johntheartist1973. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/art-exhibit-the-sound-barriers-vol-4-definition-theatre/100001995146458766 - **Event Categories**: art, theatre, entertainment, parties, exhibitions, dance, fine-arts, photography - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 16+ - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Definition Theatre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 17.85, max: 17.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Definition Theatre - **lat**: 41.7951841 - **long**: -87.59719989999999 - **full address**: Definition Theatre, 1160 East 55th Street, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Art Exhibit: The Sound Barriers Vol. 4 @ Definition Theatre - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ef1a2ad74be37c6cd678704d4d216498b07d9e8cbeee437177280e8c1aed140e-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1785403821 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Art Exhibit: The Sound Barriers Vol. 4 @ Definition Theatre being held? - **A:** Art Exhibit: The Sound Barriers Vol. 4 @ Definition Theatre takes place on Tue, 15 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Definition Theatre, 1160 East 55th Street, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Art Exhibit: The Sound Barriers Vol. 4 @ Definition Theatre? - **A:** Art Exhibit: The Sound Barriers Vol. 4 @ Definition Theatre is strictly for guests aged 16 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 16 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Art Exhibit: The Sound Barriers Vol. 4 @ Definition Theatre? - **A:** Art Exhibit: The Sound Barriers Vol. 4 @ Definition Theatre is organized by Definition Theatre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Art Exhibit: The Sound Barriers Vol. 4 @ Definition Theatre is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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