The mural on the south wall depicts a series of heads with wide-open screaming mouths. The mural on the back wall of the Artful Dodger looks like a fictional view of the LaSalle Street canyon as seen through someone’s glass block-encrusted, cactus-toting Bucktown apartment window. Damn lucky glow sticks! The Artful Dodger’s vibrant drinks fit in well in the Artful Dodger’s black-lit backroom, with its brightly painted, Day-Glo murals, and walls splattered with Tide. Afterwards these glow sticks often find themselves dancing between women’s breasts, affixed to their necklaces. These drinks glow a bright green and purple, respectively, thanks to a glow stick that is served inside the drink. The Dodger’s signature drinks are the Aqua Velva (a tequila/margarita concoction) and the Purple Haze (vodka-based, similar to the Creepin’ Jesus at the now defunct Brother Jimmy’s). Only the tin ceiling helps remind patrons that they are still north of the Mason-Dixon line although, if it were a tin roof, that would be another story… Zydeco music is spun by the DJ to complete the picture. Although the Artful Dodger doesn’t normally serve food, an investment of $10 on Fat Tuesday buys you an all-you-can-eat Cajun buffet of gumbo, red beans and rice, jambalaya, greens, and corn bread prepared by owner Brian Friedler. Continuing the Big Easy theme, the Artful Dodger is also known for its infamous Mardi Gras celebration held annually for the last 15 years. Even the sign outside looks like something you’d see on Royal Street, near the R Bar, in Nahlins. The overall front room motif is New Orleans: Hurricanes are available, Mardi Gras beads hang from the old-fashioned lights above the bar, masks are everywhere, and a mural painted by a former patron (who has since moved to New Orleans) is located behind the bar featuring jazz musicians and instruments. Upon recommendation from a friend, I wouldn’t waste your quarters on the pinball machine as it tilts about every five seconds. There is a Frankenstein pinball machine at the end of the bar, next to the swinging wooden doors that separate the bar area from the masses. The bar is on your left and five black and red leather booths run along the right side – get there early if you want a seat. When you step inside, a bouncer waits to check your ID and to collect a $2 cover. The Dodger is located at the corner of Wabansia and Wood, near to other notable Bucktown hotspots like the Leopard Lounge, Danny’s Tavern and the Get Me High Lounge. You can’t go wrong at the Dodger.Īs is common in this part of Bucktown, the Artful Dodger is located in the middle of a quiet residential neighborhood, and is rather unassuming with its black wooden sign, few windows, lack of neon beer signs, and dark green facade. The Dodger is a great place to visit when in the mood for a few cocktails, a literary argument, or for down and dirty club dancing without the pretension and attitude common in most Chicago clubs. The Artful Dodger is the epitome of Bucktown bars with its intriguing dark and murky vibe, combined with a laid-back, corner tavern atmosphere. In the classic 1948 David Lean movie adaptation Oliver Twist, The Artful Dodger was played by Anthony Newley, and in the 2007 BBC1 drama (with Tom Hardy as Bill Sikes) Dodger was played by Adam Arnold.Editor’s note: as of July 16, 2005, the Artful Dodger has closed its doors after 21 years. Probably the most famous portrayal of The Artful Dodger was by the late Jack Wild in the hit 1968 movie Oliver! Chirpy cockney Jack shone while singing songs such as Consider Yourself, Be Back Soon and I'd Do Anything! The role won 16-year-old Jack an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Who else has played The Artful Dodger on screen? No not yet but keep an eye on this page and we’ll post it on here as soon as it drops. Is there a trailer for The Artful Dodger? Upright’s Tim Minchin, Damon Herriman ( Once Upon a Time in Hollywood), Miranda Tapsell ( Top End Wedding), Susie Porter, Kym Gyngell, Damien Garvey, Jessica De Gouw, Andrea Demetriades, Luke Carroll and Huw Higginson are also starring. (Image credit: Getty) Who else is starring in The Artful Dodger?Īustralian singer/song writer Maia Mitchell, who also starred in the Teen Beach movies, is playing Lady Belle Fox.
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