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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

16 going on 72

JUSTUS FLAIR October 16, 2014

A 72-year-old sits bundled up in a brightly colored parka, ice skates at her feet as she yells at her 40-something drunkard father for forgetting to pick her up on time. Afflicted with a rare disease that...

Spotlight on Indian dance

JASMINE PUTNEY October 16, 2014

The art of dance has taken many forms in the United States, from the Charleston and the Mashed Potato to the Cabbage Patch and even the Twerk craze of today. Of course, dance is not only a defining characteristic...

IMU to host 10th-annual Drag Ball

CLAIRE DIETZ October 16, 2014

The University of Iowa will celebrate LGBTQ History Month by showcasing a colorful culture that many have heard of but few have seen for themselves: drag. Spectrum UI — formerly the UI Gay, Lesbian,...

Reaching a Crescendo

JUSTUS FLAIR October 9, 2014

“A room with a view” has a whole new meaning at the Theater Building this weekend. Thayer Theater has been filled with dozens of deep blue windows flying at all angles, some with glass, some...

Wallflowers, Duncan Sheik bring back the ’90s

ASHLEY MURPHY October 9, 2014

Sounds of sweet memories and feelings of nostalgia are guaranteed Friday night at the Homecoming concert. Immediately following the coronation of the Homecoming Court, the Wallflowers and Duncan Sheik...

Homecoming harmony

DI STAFF October 9, 2014

Besides listening to the Wallflowers and cheering for the Hawkeyes at the game Saturday, Homecoming Weekend has plenty of other events to offer. Hawkeye Feed Noon- 2 p.m., Hubbard Park Hot dogs, burgers,...

Giving a voice to domestic violence

ISAAC HAMLET October 9, 2014

When music and choreographed dance are mentioned, thoughts of domestic violence are rarely quick to follow. Maria’s Voice attempts to meld these elements for audiences. The Englert Theater, 221...

Comedy on a dime

JASMINE PUTNEY October 9, 2014

Opening night. It is generally known among the theater world as a night full of adrenaline, fear, and excitement. Actors, directors, and technical staff have worked together for weeks, practicing to deliver...

’80s disco meets Ancient Greece

DEVYN YOUNG October 9, 2014

In 1980, a new musical premièred in movie theaters throughout the country. The film was called Xanadu and starred Olivia Newton John and Michael Beck. Despite a successful soundtrack and a later cult...

A local organization seeks "Food for Everyone"

CLAIRE DIETZ October 9, 2014

After 18 years supporting local families and farmers, Local Foods Connection hopes to draw the public eye to its organization. Local Foods Connection is a local nonprofit organization focused on providing...

Review: Recyclable Boat Races

ADAM GROMOTKA October 9, 2014

Human ingenuity and perseverance are not measured by the number of skyscrapers we construct, the number of diseases our medical field learns to combat, or the number of different iPhones we design and...

Review: Costume Quest 2

CONOR MCBRIEN October 9, 2014

If I had to think about it, there really aren’t that many Halloween-theme games out there. Plenty of horror games certainly, but only a few actual Halloween games. The Atari game based on the Halloween...