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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

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Hancher to present ‘Pilobolus’ dance company for both of their 50th anniversaries

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter January 30, 2023

A cross-country skier, a fencer, and a pole vaulter walk into a dance composition class in college — they emerge with a routine that completely revolutionizes dance and movement. This is the origin...

A customer walks out of John’s Grocery in Iowa City on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023.

Earl May Garden Center, John’s Grocery team up to host ‘Hops & Houseplants Speed Dating’

Ariana Lessard, Assistant Arts Editor January 25, 2023

Drinking in a greenhouse is not how many might picture their Friday afternoon, but Iowa City’s Earl May Garden Center and John’s Grocery made it happen. “Hops & Houseplants Speed Dating”...

Concert goers gather outside Englert Theatre in Iowa City on Saturday, April 9, 2022.

Iowa City Area Chinese Association celebrates Lunar New Year at the Englert

Emma Gaughan, Arts Reporter January 24, 2023

Lunar New Year is the start of the lunar calendar — a celebration of new beginnings, reunion, and family. The holiday is honored through music, dance, and food, all of which could be found at...

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‘STOMP’ brings rhythm and joy to Hancher

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter January 24, 2023

On Saturday afternoon, shadows cast by white stage lights danced across the walls of Hancher Auditorium as deep bass and the sharp stomping of boots reverberated through the audience like a heartbeat. Every...

Created by Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas
© Steve McNicholas

Hancher to present ‘STOMP’ for Golden Anniversary season

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter January 19, 2023

Brooms sweeping across a stage, steel barrels of all sizes being drummed in rhythmic harmony, boots meeting the ground with power and passion, and fierce choreography are in store for audiences attending...

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‘Brink Literary Journal’ holds contest for hybrid writing

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter January 17, 2023

Printed with colorful imagery and compelling literary pieces spanning genres, the Brink Literary Journal in Iowa City offers a creative outlet for both readers and writers. Now, writers have the opportunity...

The sign for Mindfulness in the museum is seen at the Stanley Museum of Art, in Iowa City on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022. The event happens every Friday

Stanley Museum of Art partners with Student Wellness and Koru Mindfulness to bring students ‘Mindfulness in the Museum’

Emma Gaughan, Arts Reporter December 11, 2022

Student Wellness at the University of Iowa is partnering with Koru Mindfulness and the Stanley Art Museum to teach students stress management and relaxation techniques through meditation. The museum...

A University of Iowa student dances at North Hall on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022.

UI Department of Dance’s ‘Graduate/Undergraduate Concert’ returns in-person

Emma Gaughan, Arts Reporter December 11, 2022

The lights of Space Place Theater dimmed, and the audience grew quiet. When the lights came back up, student performers took the stage for the first in-person University of Iowa Department of Dance showcase...

Japanese Breakfast performs at the Hy-Vee Main Stage during the first day of the 80/35 music festival in downtown Des Moines on Friday, July 8, 2022. This year marks the first since 2019 after being canceled twice for COVID-19.

The Englert announces lineup for Mission Creek 2023

Parker Jones, Arts Editor December 9, 2022

The Englert Theatre announced a stacked lineup for the 18th Mission Creek 2023 on Friday and will bring headliners like Japanese Breakfast and Cat Power. The annual festival returned in-person for...

Bill Frisell during his first show of the night with his Bill Frisell Trio at the Temple Building Theater.

Musicians Bill Frisell and Petra Haden to bring musical magic to Englert Theatre

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter December 8, 2022

Guitar strings hum warmly against lilting, orchestral sounds of a violin, as dreamy harmonies weave into the instrumental sounds. This is the culmination of the musical talents of Bill Frisell and...

Patti LaBelle closes the Jacksonville Jazz Festival next Sunday.

Patti LaBelle, the “Godmother of Soul,” to perform holiday show at Hancher

Charlotte McManus, Arts Reporter December 6, 2022

Patti LaBelle, also known as the “Godmother of Soul,” touts a career — and a life — beyond words. It is impossible to overstate her contribution to the shape of soul and R&B as we know...

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Cantus brings season’s greetings and life lessons to Hancher with holiday concert ‘Christmas with Cantus: Into the Light’

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter December 2, 2022

Beneath the warm glow of golden stage lights, the Cantus vocal ensemble took to the stage in crisp blue suits and kind smiles. With only brief glances to one other and a starting note, they began to...