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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Chuck Palahniuk signs a copy of his new book "Not Forever, But For Now" at Prairie Lights in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023. Palahniuk is a novelist publishing fiction, nonfiction, and adult coloring books.

Prairie Lights hosts Chuck Palahniuk for a live signing

Emma Gaughan, Arts Reporter September 24, 2023

Prairie Lights Bookstore hosted “Fight Club” author Chuck Palahniuk on Thursday who signed copies of his latest book, “Not Forever, But For Now.” The novel was released Sept. 5, and tells the...

Review | “Holly” by Stephen King tells chilling adventure of private investigator

Review | “Holly” by Stephen King tells chilling adventure of private investigator

Riley Dunn, Arts Reporter September 24, 2023

When I sat down and cracked open the latest addition to a long line of novels by bestselling author Stephen King, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I had never once picked up a King novel before. Had...

Mckenzie Rump signs to teammates during the Deaf Awareness Week volleyball game at the Iowa Field House on Sept. 18, 2023.

International Deaf Week celebrates language and identity, illuminates state shortcomings

Lily Czechowicz, Arts Reporter September 24, 2023

Students and community members gathered in the Field House last Monday for a game of volleyball. The only rule was that voices were not allowed. Players could only communicate through American Sign Language...

Stanley Museum of Art lobby is seen before the event on Sept. 22, 2023 in Iowa City. (Henry Tran/The Daily Iowan)

Stanley Museum of Art’s newest catalog takes risk to connect local art, literature

Avi Lapchick, Assistant Arts Editor September 23, 2023

Dozens of individuals attended a launch event held in the lobby of the University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art on Friday for the release of “In a Time of Witness,” the museum’s newest and boldest...

Feb 5, 2023; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Rae Sremmurd recording artists Slim Jxmmi and Swae Lee perform during the Pro Bowl Games at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Rapper Swae Lee to perform at UI Homecoming concert in October

Stella Shipman, Arts Editor September 21, 2023

The University of Iowa’s Scope Productions is bringing Swae Lee to perform at the 2023 UI Homecoming concert. The American rapper, singer, and songwriter is best known for his wide vocal range and genre-bending...

Mar 27, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Kenneth Branagh, winner of the Oscar for Original Screenplay for Belfast, in the photo room at the 94th Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre.. Mandatory Credit: Dan MacMedan-USA TODAY

Review | ‘A Haunting In Venice’ has audiences on the edge of their seats

Isabelle Lubguban, Arts Reporter September 20, 2023

I did not know what to expect from “A Haunting in Venice” as the lights of the movie theater dimmed, and previews flashed on the screen. When the trailers for horror films ran one after the other,...

The outside of the James Theatre is seen on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022.

Crooked Path Theatre to present a weekend of ‘Hamlet’ at the James

Zhenya Loughney, Arts Reporter September 20, 2023

Crooked Path Theatre will debut their production of “Hamlet” at the James Theatre for one weekend only on Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. This four-show run is fueled by passionate local theatre artists...

Photos contributed by Hancher Auditorium

Review | Caroline Shaw, Attacca Quartet play for intimate audience at Hancher Auditorium

Lily Czechowicz, Arts Reporter September 19, 2023

When I entered the University of Iowa’s Hancher Auditorium on Sunday evening, I paused at the empty rows, thinking the usher had sent me through the wrong door. As I continued, I saw everyone seated...

The “Hey Buddy, I’m Bill” exhibit opens in the Main Library, celebrating the life of beloved local character Bill Sackter. Special guest Barry Mannow, writer of “Rainman”, recalls his friendship with the late disabled coffeemaker on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023.

Award-winning screenwriter Barry Morrow visits UI Main Library gallery’s ‘Hey Buddy, I’m Bill’ exhibit

Avi Lapchick, Assistant Arts Editor September 19, 2023

After a night of nursing champagne, Barry Morrow woke up to the phone ringing. On the other end, Bill Sackter reminded Morrow that he had, drunkenly, promised to pick Sackter up the next morning. “So,...

Eli Campbell poses for a portrait at the Theatre Building in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023.

Student Spotlight: Graduate student playwright opens historical theater gallery

Charlie Hickman, Arts Reporter September 19, 2023

When writing a work of historical fiction, it can be challenging to make contemporary themes palatable for all audiences. This is a challenge University of Iowa graduate playwriting student Eli Campbell...

Photo Illustration by Emily Nyberg

Literary magazines at UI foster a culture of creativity

Stella Shipman, Arts Editor September 19, 2023

As an English and Creative Writing major on the publishing track, Sydney Smithgall has had no better opportunity to explore a career in publishing than with their role on the staff of the literary...

Artist and University of Iowa lecturer in painting and drawing Ali Hval works in her studio at the UI Visual Arts Building in Iowa City on Monday, Sept. 4, 2023. Hval earned her MFA from the University of Iowa in Painting and Drawing and her BFA in Painting from the University of Alabama. Hval’s work —inspired by jewelry and artists like Polly Apfelbaum and Rose Nestler—combines fabrics, painting, and ceramic to create what comes to mind and to reflect on political messages about one’s body. Hval said people will look at her work and say “‘Oh it’s just a charm bracelet,’ and then they look closer and it’s like ‘Oh, there’s something else there.’”

Visual artist and UI lecturer aims to share self-expression of femininity

Zhenya Loughney, Arts Reporter September 19, 2023

From sculptures to murals to installations, Iowa City is a hub of diverse public art. One of the creators behind some of the most iconic local murals is Ali Hval. She started creating art to express...