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Connolly comments on bobble-heads, politics

By Allison Tyra · Monday, Oct. 12,2009 12:33 a.m.

Comedian James P. Connolly entertained audience members with five stand-up performances at the Funny Bone Bloomington Comedy Club with jokes about bobble-heads, his Hispanic heritage, guns and cars.

Disappearing acts bewitch Copperfield crowd

By Rachel Krasnow · Monday, Oct. 12,2009 12:20 a.m.

David Copperfield performed in Bloomington on Sunday as part of his international tour “An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusion.” The show was his first stop at IU since his previous performance in town in 2004.

Dr. Horrible shifts from Web to stage

By Jacque Donahue · Monday, Oct. 12,2009 12:16 a.m.

Students opened one of the first stage productions of “Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog: The Musical” this weekend, which was written during the 2008 writers’ strike to bring entertainment to the masses for free.

Jazz concert combines creativity, mental health awareness

By Marc Fishman · Sunday, Oct. 11,2009 3:13 p.m.

The Crawdads and several other friends created upbeat music at their “Dance to Live, Live to Love” benefit concert at the Bloomington Monroe County Convention Center supporting Bloomington’s Art of Mental Health Week, as well as the release of their new CD called “Live to Love.”

Kuttner String Quartet perfects legacy at IU

By Kelsey Ellefson · Friday, Oct. 9,2009 12:21 a.m.

The Kuttner quartet, one of the most prestigious musical ensembles in the school, will perform at Friday and Saturdays ballet.

Copperfield reveals ‘intimate’ magic tricks

By Rachel Krasnow · Friday, Oct. 9,2009 12:16 a.m.

The Indiana Daily Student asked David Copperfield about his tricks, influences and achievements.

Digital opera debuts

By Keiara Carr · Thursday, Oct. 8,2009 11:50 p.m.

A new-age opera combines digital art projection and an exploration of female sexuality this weekend.

Bobcat meets brewery

By Benjamin Kerns · Thursday, Oct. 8,2009 11:48 p.m.

Upland Brewing Co., the largest microbrewery in Indiana, is organizing SchwartzTag, an all-day celebration commemorate the release of its German-style lager.

Cagle homecoming concert canceled

Thursday, Oct. 8,2009 11:46 p.m.

IU’s 2009 official homecoming show scheduled for Tuesday at the tailgating fields in Hoosier Village has been canceled.

Diaghilev masterpieces harmonize ballet with music

By Allison Tyra · Thursday, Oct. 8,2009 11:44 p.m.

IU Ballet Theatre will honor Sergei Diaghilev with this year’s fall ballet, a tribute to his reputation to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Ballets Russes, which brought artists like Anna Pavlova to the United States.

‘Blood Brothers’ adjoins audiences across Atlantic

By Carly Bassen · Thursday, Oct. 8,2009 11:36 p.m.

The IU Department of Theatre and Drama begins this year’s season with the originally British production of “Blood Brothers” by Willy Russell. Opening night of the musical tragedy is Friday under the direction of award-winning director, Murray McGibbon.

Polls now open to vote for WIUX as top college station

Thursday, Oct. 8,2009 9:14 a.m.

Fans of WIUX-LP 99.1 FM now have ability to rock the vote as it is officially in the top 25 college radio stations nationwide, due to a Woodie award nomination by mtvU. Among the range of competitors are stations from Boston University to Ithaca College in upstate New York.

Tundra Music Festival canceled

By Jake Wright · Thursday, Oct. 8,2009 12:23 a.m.

Anticipated to be the largest outdoor event in IU history, the Tundra Music Festival has been postponed because of a flood watch, said event organizers.

Connolly returns to the Funny Bone

Wednesday, Oct. 7,2009 11:49 p.m.

James P. Connolly makes his return to the Funny Bone Bloomington Comedy Club this week. Accompanying Connolly will be IU graduate Jamison Raymond and junior Josh Cocks. Connolly, a California native, said he enjoyed his last visit to Bloomington, especially the diversity of the audience. The show is 8 p.m. today, Friday and Saturday and 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Funny Bone Bloomington Comedy Club. Admission is $10 for the general public and $5 with a student ID.

Timmy raises funds with concert at the Bishop

By Carly Bassen · Wednesday, Oct. 7,2009 11:47 p.m.

While many 9-year-olds were riding bicycles, junior Gaby Cheikh was starting the Timmy Foundation with her doctor Chuck Dietzen. Cheikh is president of IU’s Timmy chapter.

Main Squeeze brings funk, rock to Bluebird

By Alex Benson · Wednesday, Oct. 7,2009 11:44 p.m.

The band members of The Main Squeeze are headlining what they said they believe is their most important show tonight at The Bluebird. The band, which formed in April, has played mostly at bars and greek events and opened up for State Radio on in May 1 at Dunn Meadow. The Main Squeeze is primarily a cover band of classic rock and funk jams, but the musicians are slowly developing their own sound.

Costume for a Cause

By Carly Bassen · Wednesday, Oct. 7,2009 11:42 p.m.

Kappa Delta sorority presented a runway for students to strut their stuff and raise money for the IU Dance Marathon on Tuesday evening in the field behind Foster Quad. Halloween costumes were provided by Campus Costume and modeled by volunteers from the greek community as well as IU’s dance team, the Red Steppers.

Bad Veins, Subjects offer varied indie pop tunes Bishop crowd

By Kelsey Finn · Wednesday, Oct. 7,2009 10:30 a.m.

On the second stop in their cross country tour, bands Bad Veins and The Subjects, as well a performance by local artist Smedley Jergins did not disappoint an intimate audience who came to hear sincere indie pop and rock gathered at The Bishop late Tuesday night.

Never ending ‘Party in the USA’

By Erica Rogers · Tuesday, Oct. 6,2009 11:39 p.m.

The product of the Walt Disney Company has created not only the worst nasal country accent I have ever heard, but also one of the best pop songs of the year. Miley Cyrus’ “Party in the USA,” has reached No. 1 on iTunes, No. 3 on the Billboard Digital Chart and every computer, iPod and party on campus.

Taking a moment to redefine divas

By Caitlin Peterkin · Tuesday, Oct. 6,2009 11:38 p.m.

Last weekend, I went home to get my wisdom teeth removed. After the surgery, I made the pain bearable with mass amounts of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, prescription drugs and plenty of time sitting in front of the television. I happened to flip through the channels and see that the 2009 “VH1 Divas” show was re-airing. Interested, I stayed tuned to see who would be named VH1’s top female performers.

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