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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

The Daily Iowan

The Faculty Arts Studio sits vacant on Friday, Feb. 19, 2021. at 3111 Hawkeye Park Rd. The buildings are set to be demolished. (Jeff Sigmund/Daily Iowan)

Old Faculty Art Studios to be demolished in the spring

Parker Jones, Arts Reporter February 18, 2021

After 57 years of use, the old Faculty Art Studios, located between the Hawkeye Tennis Rec Complex and the Hawkeye Commuter Parking Lot, will be demolished this spring. Originally built in 1963,...

Contributed photo of Tracie Morris

University of Iowa Cinematic Arts department to highlight Black artists with ‘Black Lives on Screen’ virtual series

Parker Jones, Arts Reporter February 17, 2021

This spring, the University of Iowa Cinematic Arts Department will offer a unique look to the history and presence of Black artists in the film industry and the impact that Black visionaries continue...

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Student Spotlight: Student-owned business Catlett Customs brings creative shoes to UI campus

Tatiana Plowman, Arts Reporter February 16, 2021

As a first-year student on the pre-pharmacy track, Stanley Liu searched for a way to engage his creative side at the University of Iowa. Since high school, he’d had an interest in shoes and graphic...

Co-hosts of The Flavorcast Jacob Ohrt (left) and Brillian Qi-Bell (right) pose with a pint of Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream. (Contributed)

UI alumni and student create Ben and Jerry’s-themed podcast

Madison Lotenschtein, Arts Editor February 16, 2021

Elijah Jones and Jacob Ohrt could be described as Ben and Jerry’s fanatics. The University of Iowa alumni and best friends grew up discussing the latest flavors, packaging, and intertwined social-justice...

The Englert Theater is seen closed early during the quarantine on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020. Iowa City is under a mass quarantine due to the Coronavirus and is taking precautionary measures to minimize risk of spreading the disease.

Englert Director Andre Perry named to the NIVA board of directors

Megan Conroy, Arts Reporter February 14, 2021

Englert Director Andre Perry will now be making waves on the national level with his new position on the board of The National Independent Venue Association. The National Independent Venue Association...

The Englert theatre is seen on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019. The Englert holds a variety of concerts and events.

Englert reflects on 2020 with short film ‘Ghost Creek’

Parker Jones, Arts Reporter February 14, 2021

It’s March 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic has just begun, and the future looks uncertain across all walks of life. The Englert Theatre must make the difficult decision to postpone — and later, to...

A shot of Elrays Live and Dive neon sign taken from the roof of said establishment in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020.

Kevin Burt gives soulful blues performance at Elray’s Live and Dive

Maddie Johnston, Arts Reporter February 13, 2021

On Friday night at Elray’s Live and Dive, Kevin Burt took to the stage to play a collection of covers and original blues songs. Though the temperature outside had dipped into the negatives, Elray’s...

Felicia Rose Chavez is seen at the Prairie Lights Bookstore online event Felicia Rose Chavez, The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop: How to Decolonize the Creative Classroom Confirmation on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

Author and UI alum Felicia Rose Chavez presents ‘The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop’ at Prairie Lights virtual reading

Abby McCusker, Arts Reporter February 12, 2021

As a woman of color in writing workshops dominated by white men, Felicia Rose Chavez said she felt isolated and alone in a community that discouraged her from fighting for the changes she wished to...

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Third Coast Percussion to drum up Valentine’s weekend virtual programming at Hancher

Maddie Johnston, Arts Reporter February 11, 2021

Hancher will feel the love this weekend with two virtual programs, both hosted by Grammy-winning ensemble Third Coast Percussion. On Feb. 13 at 2 p.m., Hancher Auditorium will host an online performance...

The University of Iowa Theater Building as seen on Monday, May 6, 2019.

Generation Candyland: UI Theatre Department’s next play tackles some not-so-sweet subject matter

Jenna Post, Arts Reporter February 11, 2021

Trigger Warning: This article includes mentions of substance abuse and trauma. The name “Candyland” may bring to mind children happily playing a brightly colored family-friendly board game....

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Riverside’s ‘Will Power’ reimagined for virtual classrooms

Jenna Post, Arts Reporter February 8, 2021

Since beginning in 2006, the Will Power series has brought many of Shakespeare’s works to the classroom. Ordinarily, the annual event involves the Riverside Theatre team visiting middle school classrooms...

Capel Howorth poses for a portrait in his home studio on Jan 29. 2021.

The art of ‘good sound’: local producer Capel Howorth gives the ins and outs to music production

Megan Conroy, Arts Reporter February 8, 2021

While riding in a red Merkur Scorpio, Capel Howorth’s dad would quiz him on artists like The Beatles and Steely Dan. He considers those moments to be the spark that lit his way to a deep love for...

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