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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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The Multicultural Showcase celebrated a variety of cultures through singing and dancing on Nov. 15, 2018.

Multicultural Showcase features art and collaboration

Olivia Bohlmann, Arts Reporter November 17, 2018

Thursday night’s Multicultural Showcase was a captivating evening filled with a vibrant mix of song and dance in a wide variety of genres and languages.   While normally an event hosted by CAB, this...

The lasting legacy of Harry Potter

The lasting legacy of Harry Potter

Adrian Enzastiga, Art's Reporter November 16, 2018

Harry Potter has been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember. Ever since the first book The Philosopher’s Stone was published in 1997 and the first film The Sorcerer’s Stone was released in...

In thrift we trust: thrift culture in Iowa City

In thrift we trust: thrift culture in Iowa City

Adrian Enzastiga, Arts Reporter November 14, 2018

A faded navy-blue Marc Anthony sweater for only 99 cents, a Tommy Hilfiger jacket originally $40 now practically free, or maybe a 1980s racquetball tournament T-shirt from Pennsylvania. Hidden on chaotic...

Chris Witaske

The UI alums behind the Netflix original ‘Love’

Adrian Enzastiga, Arts Reporter November 14, 2018

Making it big in Hollywood may seem like a faraway dream to most. Whether it be work in the middle of the spotlight, behind the camera, or in the writers’ room, the Los Angeles movie industry may seem...

The psychedelic rock band Waverly as seen in the space where they produce their music. From left, Brendan and Ethan hang out in Iowa City on Nov. 13, 2018.

Waverly band member reflects amid developing a new album

Mark Zoleta, Arts Reporter November 14, 2018

A typical band has each member play a specific instrument. Local band Waverly, however, is a four-man group of jacks-of-all trades. University of Iowa senior Brendan Higgins describes what his band is...

Lucy Silag poses in Java House on Nov. 1

From University of Iowa Writers’ Workshop to publishing for Amazon

Adrian Enzastiga November 14, 2018

The Iowa Writers’ Workshop has paved the way for countless great and successful authors, poets, and creative entrepreneurs. While typically producing authors and poets, the Workshop has also produced...

Caroline Meek poses with her book, Project Canvas

UI student to publish book of writing advice with 61 different authors

Adrian Enzastiga, Arts Reporter November 14, 2018

When it comes to storytelling, the more voices the better. UI sophomore Caroline Meek is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of Project Canvas. Project Canvas is a book written by 61 different teen or...

Maura Tierney as Karen Barbour and Steve Carell as David Scheff in the film "Beautiful Boy." (Francois Duhamel)

Review: Beautiful Boy falls short in exploring the depths of addiction

Jack Howard, Arts Reporter November 13, 2018

With "Beautiful Boy", Felix van Groeningen stumbles through his English-language début. The Belgian filmmaker, active since the early 2000s and acclaimed for films such as 2012’s "The Broken Circle...

Iowa City resident, Emma Garwood, searches for some new CDs at the Record Collector on Tuesday, July 11, 2017. Emma has been listening to a lot of sludge metal recently and was hoping to find something new to listen to. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

Big Grove Brewery to host vinyl event

Jack Howard, Arts Reporter November 8, 2018

Iowa City record heads rejoice; Big Grove Brewery & Taproom will be hosting its inaugural Vinyl Market on Sunday, November 11 from 2 to 7 p.m. The event is bringing together record vendors from...

Dawson Davenport stands for a portrait in Art Building West on Nov. 7, 2018.

Continuing an education in the arts, from graphic design to radio

Maleaha Brings Plenty, Arts Reporter November 7, 2018

Undergrad student Dawson Davenport of the Meskwawki Tribe on the Tama Settlement is putting his voice out there in more ways than one. Davenport not only aims to spread his message through abstract art,...

Haus of Eden performer Mx. Divine poses for a portrait at Studio 13 on Wednesday, August 29, 2018.

A Gaythering: Safety and comfort in identity

Philip Runia, Arts Reporter November 7, 2018

Trying to dodge puddles, patrons flock down the alley near Linn Street, attracted by the bass and screaming adulation from a drag-lauding crowd. The closer they come, the greater their excitement grows....

A transport to culture: Film Scene celebrates its five-year anniversary

A transport to culture: Film Scene celebrates its five-year anniversary

Philip Runia, Arts Reporter November 6, 2018

In Iowa City amid a wave of representation of diverse artists, one of the most progressive generations in U.S. history, millennials, opens itself to new experiences, education, and challenges, often through...