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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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Play about WWII aftermath comes to Riverside

JESSICA CARBINO January 27, 2011

Actor Cristina Panfilio does research for every play she is involved in. Before taking on her role in All My Sons, she investigated the time period — the late-1940s. “I like to be really aware of...

Sculptor presents lecture and art

EVAN CLARK January 27, 2011

For acclaimed artist Richard Rezac, sculpting his artistic “intentions” never seems to happen intentionally. “I’m essentially a sculptor, but that definition is not exclusive for my art,” he...

UI presents romantic and dramatic opera

SAMANTHA GENTRY January 27, 2011

For University of Iowa senior Chaz Williams-Ali, being the only undergraduate student in a group of six principal actors could have been intimidating. But his youth isn’t holding him back — having...

Big screen comedian shares insights

LAURA WILLIS January 27, 2011

On 19th Street and Park Avenue sits one of New York City’s finest restaurants, Canastels. Foodies recognize the eatery for its fine Italian cuisine, but many don’t know that at one time, Canastels...

Q&A: Erika Brown

DI STAFF January 27, 2011

Erika Brown is the cohost of Talk Art, a weekly gathering at the Mill, 120 E. Burlington St., in which many enjoy readings by those in the Writers’ Workshop. We spoke with her to find out more about...

Local band to play multi-genre music Friday

ALYSSA MARIE HARN December 17, 2010

A saxophone blares, a guitar rings, and a piano sounds as the five men in the Heath Alan Band take the stage, bringing with them musical genres ranging from jazz to rock. An Iowa group, the Heath Alan...

GgLITCH’d to perform as the second generation of favorite IC band

JESSICA CARBINO December 17, 2010

When they aren't drinking a beer or eating a burger with each other, the band members of Gglitch'd perform music and carry on the legacy of the Gglitch. The Gglitch was the name of the original band formed...

Bermuda Report introduces ‘rock-stop sweetness’

SAMANTHA GENTRY December 16, 2010

Most bands can easily classify their music in a specific genre, such as indie, country, or rock. But for Bermuda Report, it's a little harder than that. With members coming from quite different musical...

UI Youth Ballet performs Winter Gifts

HANNAH KRAMER December 16, 2010

Jason Schadt teaches with an open mind and a little bit of faith. The coordinator for the University of Iowa Youth Ballet and School of Dance and concert director molds performances around dancers, unlike...

Best of 2010: Movies, songs, and pop culture moments

DI STAFF December 16, 2010

Best Movies 1. Inception: "Because Leo had us wondering if we were dreaming within a dream, within a dream." — Laura Willis Best Albums 1. The Suburbs, Arcade Fire: "Finally, an album...

Holiday entertainment with a cabaret

EVAN CLARK December 16, 2010

It's rather hard being an adult around Christmas. All the money spent on gifts that wind up being returned the next day, throwing out the plethora of fruitcake that remains uneaten in the fridge, and watching...

Professor crosses cultures in seminar

"OK, let's get started," said Nilo Couret, a graduate fellow in the University of Iowa's cinema/comparative literature department. It was a Thursday night in November, and he began hosting a...

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