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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

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Families gather to take a look inside the Iowa City fire truck at Robert A. Lee Recreational Center on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022. The center held a sensory friendly Halloween event where games and food were available for kids.

Iowa City Parks and Recreation hosts sensory-friendly Halloween event

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter October 23, 2022

Iowa City employees opened the doors of Robert A. Lee Recreation Center to the public on Friday for a sensory-friendly Halloween Carnival. The event provided neurodivergent people, along with anyone...

Nicholas Meyer at the UI Main Library on Oct. 13, 2022. Contributed.

Star Trek director, UI alum Nicholas Meyer speaks about career

Meg Doster, Amplify Editor October 20, 2022

Over a hundred eager visitors, students and fans alike, crammed themselves into the University of Iowa’s Shambaugh Auditorium to hear from one of the university’s most notable alumni. Writer...

An acrobat swings across the stage during a Cirque Italia performance on Oct. 13, 2022.

Review | Cirque Italia makes a splash with acrobatics and stunts in Coralville

Parker Jones, Arts Editor October 16, 2022

Seagulls, rushing water, dramatic instrumental music, scents of popcorn and funnel cake, and the voices of pirate carnival barkers advertising their wares filled the chilly autumn air. Chatting families...

Cast members drink at a dress rehearsal for the play The Weir at Riverside Theatre in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. The Weir depicts a story about a rural bar in Ireland.

‘The Weir’ to bring ghost stories and comradery to Riverside Theatre

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter October 13, 2022

A chilly evening’s warm respite buzzes with conversation, folk music, and the crisp pour of a frothy Guinness. Groups of friends and neighbors gather in ambient light, leaning in to listen to each...

Contributed photo by Stephen Garnett.

Hancher hosts Soweto Gospel Choir for soulful world premiere of new album

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter October 11, 2022

As the main lights in Hancher Auditorium dimmed on Monday night, the audience fell quiet and turned to the stage. A man stepped into the spotlight and blew into a small horn. The sound filled the auditorium,...

Jessica Pray Patel sings "I Dreamed a Dream" during a performance of "Les Mis in Concert" at the Riverside Theatre on Oct. 9, 2022.

‘Les Mis in Concert’ at Riverside Theatre captured essence of Victor Hugo’s story

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter October 9, 2022

The Riverside Theatre seats filled with people conversing quietly before the varied production of “Les Miserables” on Sunday night. As attendees stepped off of the elevator and entered the space,...

The Fall Gallery Walk is held in downtown Iowa City Oct. 7, 2022.

Fall Gallery Walk in downtown Iowa City promotes local art and business

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter October 8, 2022

On a cool autumn Friday evening, people streamed through the retail stores in downtown Iowa City to shop and observe pieces of artwork for the 2022 Fall Gallery Walk on Oct. 7. The event started in...

Audrey Wiedemeier works on a bike at the Iowa City Bike Library on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022. The Iowa City Bike Library hosted a night where non-binary, women, trans or femme were able to come in and work on their bikes and ask questions.

Iowa City Bike Library renews ‘Witches Take Flight’ night

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter October 6, 2022

The Iowa City Bike Library overflows with bicycles like an infestation, growing off the ground and dangling from the walls. Walk inside, and you’ll likely see two women crouching in the back, coated...

Film Scene is seen in downtown Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022.

‘Hockeyland’ at FilmScene documents high school ice hockey culture of small-town Minnesota

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter October 4, 2022

The documentary sports film “Hockeyland” came to FilmScence at The Chauncey this week. Directed by University of Iowa alum Tommy Haines and co-produced by FilmScene director Andrew Sherburne, this...

Contributed by Dora Novak.

Iowa City’s 17th annual dance festival to debut immersive, inclusive performances

Vaishnavi Kolluru, Arts Reporter October 4, 2022

Bridging the rift between art forms, artists, and audiences, the Iowa City 2022 Dance Festival plans to showcase diversity and inclusivity throughout its two-day celebration.  The 17th annual festival...

The UI Symphony Orchestra, led by Dr. Mélisse Brunet, plays in the Voxman Concert Hall on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022.

UI symphony orchestra’s first performance of the year kicks off with diverse ensemble

Ellie Heeren, Arts Reporter October 2, 2022

The Voxman Music Building’s concert hall filled with excitement on Sept. 30 as attendees anticipated the start of the University of Iowa’s first symphony performance of the year. Music swelled as...

Photo illustration by Matt Sindt

Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature’s 2022 Book Festival to put big ideas and local authors into the spotlight

Vaishnavi Kolluru, Arts Reporter September 27, 2022

Iowa City’s contributions to literature are innumerable and brilliant. Renowned writers have found inspiration and support in Iowa City, and institutions dedicated to the pursuit of literature thrive...