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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

Bubbles surround participants of the Joy March in Iowa City Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021. Every four months, community members come together to celebrate and spread joy in unique costumes.

Quarterly sidewalk parade ‘Joy March’ spreads messages of positivity

Anaka Sanders, Arts Reporter March 31, 2022

Be Bold, Be Silly, Be Present — that’s the motto for the colorful and unique quarterly sidewalk parade, Joy March. The Joy March was an idea conceptualized through Public Space One amid the...

University of Iowa graduate and writer and producer of the film “East of Middle West” Mokotsi Rukundo poses for a portrait in FilmScene at The Chauncey on Thursday, March 31, 2022. Rukundo’s film will be screened at FilmScene twice on Saturday, April 2 and once on Sunday, April 3.

‘East of Middle West’ by Iowa City filmmaker Mokotsi Rukundo makes debut at FilmScene

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter March 31, 2022

Iowa City filmmaker Mokotsi Rukundo has based a great deal of his work on his own observations. Following the mantra “write what you know,” Rukundo took in his surroundings and transported them...

Broadway musical ‘The Band’s Visit’ to make stop at Hancher

Broadway musical ‘The Band’s Visit’ to make stop at Hancher

Olivia Augustine, Arts Reporter March 29, 2022

In 2016, The Band’s Visit took the stage for the first time, bringing New Yorkers to Israel with a touching story of what it means to be human. The Broadway show swept the Tony Awards with 10 wins,...

University of Iowa Pride Alliance Center Coordinator Emma Welch takes a video of supplies for grab bags while setting up for the Find My Style event during University of Iowa's spring Pride Week on Thursday, March 24, 2022.

Pride Alliance Center hosts events centered around self-discovery and expression

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter March 27, 2022

As groups of friends sat around circular tables at the Iowa Memorial Union Black Box Theater, friendly chatter and laughter could be heard in the space. Positive energy and support exuded from everyone...

The Iowa City community is invited to a Blue Bash Oscars event where they can indulge n food, play games, and watch the Oscars at Filmsence in Iowa City on Sunday, March 27, 2022.

FilmScene’s Blue Carpet Bash brought film lovers together to celebrate the Oscars

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter March 27, 2022

The sense of community curated by FilmScene at this year’s Blue Carpet Bash was undeniable. On Sunday night, the local theater held its watch party for the 94th Academy Awards ceremony, providing...

Gaelic Storm gets the Englert riled up for Saint Patrick's Day on Tuesday, March 8.

St. Patrick’s Day comes early with Gaelic Storm’s performance at Englert Theatre

Sydney Hurley, Arts Reporter March 9, 2022

On Tuesday night, a crowd rolled into The Englert Theater wearing the appropriate colors of green and orange, and unleashing a faint scent of beer. The theater hosted Gaelic Storm, a celtic rock band,...

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Hancher to honor Aretha Franklin with multi-artist tribute performance

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter March 8, 2022

Nearly two decades ago, Aretha Franklin performed at Hancher Auditorium to a sold-out theater. One of the most prolific singers in history, the Queen of Soul will return in spirit to Hancher through...

Drag queen Barbara Lusch Light (left) and Drag queen Daphne Danger (right) perform at the semifinal round of the Studio 13 Star Search Drag Contest Sunday, March 6, 2022.

Iowa City drag community seeks rising stars in ‘Studio 13’s Star Search’

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter March 8, 2022

The disco ball smattered light into all corners of the bar, shimmering over the rainbow paneling distinctive of Studio 13’s performance space. Patrons filled tables scattered around the floor on...

Spectators dance at Emo Nite at Gabe's in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2022. People celebrated their communal love of emo music.

Emo culture revived at Emo Nite at Gabe’s

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter March 1, 2022

Once again, Gabe’s transported its corner of Iowa City to the early 2000s at Emo Nite on Feb. 26. Dark makeup, fishnet clothing, and dyed hair filled the crowd, setting the scene for a revival of...

Englert’s Mardi Gras Mambo to bring piece of New Orleans to Iowa City

Englert’s Mardi Gras Mambo to bring piece of New Orleans to Iowa City

Olivia Augustine, Arts Reporter February 27, 2022

In Iowa City, Mardi Gras is a holiday that comes and goes without much wide fanfare. But for Louisiana bands The Dirty Dozen Brass Band and Nathan & The Zydeco Cha Chas, Mardi Gras is an important...

The UI Dance Company rehearses before their first in person show on Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022 at the Space Place Theater in the North Hall.

UI Department of Dance shows humor and growth through their Company Home Concert

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter February 25, 2022

The University of Iowa’s Department of Dance returned to the stage this week, presenting their UI Dance Company Home Concert. Returning to the Space Place Theatre for the first time since 2020, Associate...

The UI Dance Company rehearses before their first in person show on Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022 at the Space Place Theater in the North Hall.

UI Dance Department preps for first in-person concert in two years

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter February 23, 2022

For the first time since 2020, the University of Iowa’s Department of Dance will return to the Space Place Theatre for the UI Dance Company Home Concert. With an arrangement of six different contemporary...