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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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From frights to delights: Iowa City’s Halloween happenings

From frights to delights: Iowa City’s Halloween happenings

Kate Wolfe, Arts Reporter October 22, 2024

The leaves are transitioning into a kaleidoscope of fiery reds, warm oranges, and crisp yellows, and Iowa City is transforming into a canvas of autumnal charm. From fall festivities to delightful displays...

Photo contributed from Mahvish Farid

Poetry Column | Absurdism meets personhood in ‘Brick Bang’

Haya Hussain, Arts Reporter October 22, 2024

  Father of the Funk Art movement, Robert Arneson, mastered the art of appropriating everyday items into objects of sardonic humor. In ‘Brick Bang’ from 1976, he incorporates his self-portrait...

Racks of recycled clothing that can be used for Halloween costumes are seen at Rag-stock in Iowa City on Oct. 15, 2024. Many of the items in the store have been for sale for several years.

Student’s Guide to Last-minute Halloween Costumes.

Isabella Nekvinda, Arts Reporter October 22, 2024

As someone who loves Halloween, but delays shopping until the very week of festivities, I know a thing or two about last-minute costumes. If you want to celebrate the holiday but do not have a costume,...

A Double Vision cocktail sits on the counter of Wild Culture Kombucha on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. The taproom and lounge was sold to Kyle Crossett and Brittany Quaid in 2020.

Wild Culture reimagines classic cocktails

Stella Shipman, Managing Editor October 22, 2024

With a sun-drenched sitting area on one end and a dimly lit den of couches on the other, a long bar stretching between them like a center of gravity, Wild Culture’s taproom is an accommodating space...

Review | Students react to Netflix’s ‘Heartstopper’ season three tackling mental health themes

Review | Students react to Netflix’s ‘Heartstopper’ season three tackling mental health themes

Kayla Person, Arts Reporter October 21, 2024

On Oct. 3, Netflix released the highly anticipated third season of ‘Heartstopper,’ the live-action adaptation of the queer romance graphic novel series written by Alice Oseman. Since its initial...

Charli XCX performs on the Coachella Stage during the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, Calif., on Saturday, April 15, 2023.

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Review | ‘Brat and It’s Completely Different’ is a little too different

Haya Hussain, Arts Reporter October 17, 2024

The first version of “BRAT” introduced a new era of green and club music, paving the way as the top dance/electronic album on Billboard shortly after its debut. Released on Oct. 11, Charli XCX’s...

The Nightmare Before Christmas Light trail at The New York Botanical Garden, in the Bronx, is shown Wednesday, September 25, 2024. The trail officially opens on Friday September 27. The trail, which encompasses 8,300 square feet, will be open through November 30 on Thursday through Sunday evenings.

Christmas or Halloween movie: Students debate ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’

Flynn Milligan, Arts Reporter October 16, 2024

Rolling Stone recently ranked Henry Selick’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” the eighth greatest animated film of all time. The film was recently re-released in theaters on Oct. 11, to the enthusiasm...

Marie Antoinette played by Alice Conroy contemplates the state of France during a dress rehearsal of Marie Antoinette inside the David Thayer Theatre at the University of Iowa Theatre Building on Oct. 9. Marie Antoinette is written by David Adjmi and directed by Mary Beth Easley.

Review | ‘Marie Antoinette’ places a classic story center stage

Emma Isenhart, Arts Reporter October 14, 2024

Extravagant dresses floated across the stage and powdered wigs reached incredible heights, all while peasants starved and the monarchy gorged themselves. “Marie Antoinette,” created by Tony-award-winning...

Review | ‘Monster’ shows Netflix’s twisted take on the Menendez brothers’ case

Review | ‘Monster’ shows Netflix’s twisted take on the Menendez brothers’ case

Kyrsten White, Arts Reporter October 13, 2024

Two murders, two brothers, and a web of lies. This is how Netflix approached the telling of the difficult case of the Menendez brothers. Lyle and Eric Menendez’s case has been well-known for three...

Jan 27, 2020; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Todd Phillips nominated for best motion picture of the year, directing and writing (adapted screenplay) for "Joker" arrives to the Nominees Luncheon for the 92nd Oscars at the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Hollywood and Highland. Mandatory Credit: Dan MacMedan via USA TODAY

Point/Counterpoint: Is ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ even worth watching?

Flynn Milligan and Emma Isenhart October 9, 2024

NO After 11 Oscar nominations and massive critical acclaim for the first “Joker,” it seemed natural that a sequel would follow suit. Unfortunately, much to the dismay of DC Comics fans, this sequel...

Review | ‘Industry’ season three goes down as one of HBO’s finest releases

Review | ‘Industry’ season three goes down as one of HBO’s finest releases

Charlie Hickman, Arts Editor October 8, 2024

HBO is well-regarded for consistently producing compelling TV shows, and “Industry” may end up going down in history as one of the studio’s best. “Industry” follows a trio of young people...

Dusty and White House Press Secretary Jean comfort Chief of Staff Harriet during a performance of POTUS at Riverside Theatre in Iowa City on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024. The play was written by Selina Dillinger and directed by Angie Toomsen. Dusty is played by Christina Sullivan, Jean is played by Jordan Arnold, and Harriet is played by Jessica Link.

Review | Riverside’s latest play features complex themes during election season

Charlotte Ericson, Arts Reporter October 7, 2024

On Friday, Oct. 4, “POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive,” written by Selina Fillinger, premiered at Riverside Theater in downtown Iowa City. As the audience...