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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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David Harrington, a member of the Kronos Quartet, performs during the Michigan premiere of "A Thousand Thoughts"  at Detroit Film Theatre on April 12, 2019.

The Kronos Quartet performs ‘At War With Ourselves — 400 Years of You’ at Hancher

Emma Gaughan, Arts Reporter February 14, 2023

Stories can be told in many ways. Through music, lights, colors, imagery, words, and more, stories come to life and create an unmatchable experience. All of these storytelling aspects came...

The Voxman Music Building is seen on Monday, Aug. 24, 2020.

Guest Artist Asya Fateyeva gives passionate saxophone concert at Voxman

Emma Gaughan, Arts Reporter February 8, 2023

The University of Iowa Voxman Concert Hall fell quiet as Asya Fateyeva walked on stage with her saxophone in hand. Everyone waited in anticipation as she prepared her instrument, nodded to the pianist,...

Greg Brown sings while playing to full house at the Mill on Sunday Apr. 30, 2000. (Brett Roseman/The Daily Iowan)

Local music legend Greg Brown to hold retirement performance at the Englert

Parker Jones, Arts Editor January 31, 2023

Greg Brown’s nearly 50-year career music career is coming to an end — but he’s ending on a positive note. On Feb. 16 and 17, Brown will perform one last concert at the Englert Theater. The...

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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...

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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...

The Englert Theatre marquee is seen during day three of the Mission Creek Festival in Iowa City on Saturday, April 9, 2022.

Snail Mail added to Mission Creek lineup

Parker Jones, Arts Editor January 13, 2023

Snail Mail will play as a headliner at Mission Creek Festival 2023 following an announcement Friday. The annual festival returned in-person for the first time last year after multiple COVID-19-related...

Patti LaBelle closes the Jacksonville Jazz Festival next Sunday.

Patti LaBelle gifts Hancher audience with dazzling vocals for holiday tour

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter December 10, 2022

Sweeping across the stage in a stunning red dress and sparkling jewelry, her bedazzled microphone catching the light as she brought it to her lips, Patti LaBelle was an effervescent vision of vocal...

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...

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Review | Metro Boomin brings together the brightest stars for new rap classic

Ryan Hansen and Colin Votzmeyer December 7, 2022

Producer and trap icon Metro Boomin released his second studio album, “Heroes & Villains,” on Dec. 2 as a contender for album of the year. Metro crafts this project as a sequel to his debut...

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...