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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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Conan Gray’s third-ever album, ‘Superache’ is an emotional masterpiece

Conan Gray’s third-ever album, ‘Superache’ is an emotional masterpiece

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter June 26, 2022

Conan Gray debuted as a musical force to be reckoned with on TikTok in 2020 with his smash hit, “Heather.” Now, he’s back with his third album, Superache, which was released on June 24.  Gray’s...

Event-goers watch a drag show during the “Downtown Block Party” in Iowa City on Saturday, June 25, 2022. This is the fifth year that the Iowa City Downtown District has hosted the event.

Photos: Iowa City Downtown Block Party

Jerod Ringwald and Daniel McGregor-Huyer June 25, 2022

The Iowa City Downtown District hosted its fifth “Downtown Block Party” event on Saturday. The event included games, performances, music, and drinks.  Betsy Potter, Director of Creative Services...

Disney

Review | ‘Kenobi’ brings balance to the Star Wars prequels

Parker Jones, Arts Editor June 23, 2022

When Disney first began whispering about the potential of Kenobi, I was ecstatic. My favorite “Star Wars” character would get his own series, and my favorite of the prequel trilogy would finally...

Recording artist Logic aka Sir Robert Bryson Hall II performs at the Okeechobee Music Festival. Mandatory Credit: Daniel DeSlover/ZUMA Wire via USA TODAY NETWORK

Logic’s newest album ‘Vinyl Days’ includes thirty tracks, and even more talent

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter June 21, 2022

Logic’s newest album, Vinyl Days, took a village of rappers, producers, and celebrities to create, and it is well worth the effort. With teaser tracks first released on May 20, the full album and...

Iowa City resident Lee Huisinga and his son Jack sit on the swing installation on the pedestrian mall in Iowa City on Saturday, June 18, 2022.

‘Mi Casa, Your Casa 2.0’ public art exhibit brings spark of home to Iowa City

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter June 21, 2022

Scattered across the downtown Iowa City area, the Mi Casa, Your Casa 2.0 interactive art exhibit is found entertaining families and friends as they explore the Pedestrian Mall. With red beams in the...

Drag queen Myling grabs money during a drag show at Studio 13, a nightclub in Iowa City, on Friday, June 17, 2022. Eight queens performed during the show.

Photos: Drag show at Studio 13 celebrates pride weekend in IC

Grace Smith, Managing Editor June 17, 2022

Studio 13 hosted a drag show to celebrate pride weekend in Iowa City Friday night. Eight drag queens performed. The nightclub also held a Juneteenth Comedy Showcase before the show, and DJ N8 was set...

Cast members bow during a dress rehearsal of Riverside Theatre's “Henry V” at the Riverside Festival Stage in Lower City Park in Iowa City on Thursday, June 16, 2022.

Photos: ‘Henry V’ dress rehearsal

Ayrton Breckenridge, Photojournalist June 17, 2022

Riverside Theatre hosted a dress rehearsal for “Henry V” at the Riverside Festival Stage in Lower City Park in Iowa City on Thursday, June 16, 2022. This version of “Henry V” is based on William...

Katy Hahn, playing King Henry, performs during a dress rehearsal of Riverside Theatre's “Henry V” at the Riverside Festival Stage in Lower City Park in Iowa City on Thursday, June 16, 2022. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Riverside Theatre brings ‘Henry V’ to Lower City Park

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter June 16, 2022

This year, Riverside Theatre is performing the show Henry V. A turbulent tale that takes a slice out of history, the performance recounts a portion of the Hundred Years’ War between England and France....

Carrie Underwood poses for a portrait in advance of her Denim and Rhinestones Experience exhibition at The Historic Bell Tower in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, June 8, 2022.

Carrie Underwood released her new album ‘Denim & Rhinestones’ last Friday, June 10

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter June 16, 2022

I’m not well-versed in Carrie Underwood’s discography, but I’ll never turn the station from one of her songs. Her new album,‘Denim & Rhinestones’ came out on June 10, 2022, providing fans...

Attendees at a Juneteenth celebration hosted by Iowa Freedom Riders get their food on June 19, 2021.

Johnson County Juneteenth celebrations, a preview

Sam Knupp, Managing Editor June 16, 2022

Juneteenth is a national holiday commemorating the emancipation of Black slaves in the United States. Celebrations date back to 1866, one year after the emancipation of the slaves. Celebrations faded...

Contributed photo of Kieron Dwayne Sargeant teaching teaching Intro to African Caribbean Dance Practices.

Kieron Dwayne Sargeant visits UI dance department as Grant Wood Fellow

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter June 14, 2022

Kieron Dwayne Sargeant became interested in dancing at age 16. Until then, he played the drums for his sisters while they danced for a local performing arts company, located in the southern area of...

Contributed photo of George de la Peña.

UI professor George de la Peña takes the stage in ‘God’s Fool’

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter June 14, 2022

From Iowa to New York City — University of Iowa dance professor George de la Peña is taking the stage at the Ellen Stewart Theater to perform God’s Fool. Written by Martha Clarke, well-known for...