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Warm up with wool, cashmere sweaters

In case you haven’t noticed, winter is upon us. Sure, officially it’s still fall, but with the temperature routinely dipping into the 30s, it’s safe to say a warmer form of clothing is greatly needed.

IU Soul Revue brings mix of soul, funk, Motown to Bear’s Place

Wednesday night at Bear’s Place, the IU Soul Revue took the stage in front of a standing-room-only crowd, belting out the classics of soul, Motown and funk. The singers performed in groups of four or more, changing with every song.

‘Juno’ musician to perform with local sibling pair

These days, it’s nearly impossible to talk about Kimya Dawson without mentioning “Juno.”

Music school professor to play with Indianapolis orchestra

For the first time ever, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will grace the Musical Arts Center stage for a concert conducted by Maestro Mario Venzago on Sunday.

The American novel vs. Cuban

Partly because of my political leanings and partly because of my penchant for watching prominent figures fall from grace in the public sphere, I cannot stop myself from reading every update regarding IU alumnus Mark Cuban’s battle with insider trading charges.

‘I Am You’ takes the stage at BPP

Even though Stone Belt client Shirley Freeman cannot speak, she doesn’t feel held back. “Often people treat me as though I have a mental disability because I am non-verbal, and they automatically believe I have a low IQ,” said Freeman, one of the playwrights of the play “I Am You,” using gestures and expressions interpreted by IU senior Michelle Davenport. “This does not limit me, and I believe this is a disability of our society. I have the intelligence to accomplish whatever tasks I set my mind to.”

Texas-size rock comes to Bluebird

The enthusiastic crowd got what it came to see Tuesday night: Texas-size country-rock with James McMurtry and his three-piece band. He is touring in support of his new record “Just Us Kids.”

Giving thanks to the entertainment industry

Roasting turkeys, mashing potatoes, passing out by 3 p.m. Yep, it’s Thanksgiving, my favorite holiday. Any day that I don’t have to do anything but roll out of bed by noon-ish, pack as much food into my stomach as possible and spend the rest of the day in a food coma is fine with me.

Latest Auditorium musical is no ‘My Fair Lady’

While quoting Professor Higgins’ famous line to Eliza Doolittle, “He’s so delightfully low, so horribly dirty,” Lawrence Jameson sums up “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.” And it’s no My Fair Lady.

Saucy soundtracks: the heart of chick flicks

Chick flicks. Deep down, everyone loves them. Whether we are willing to confess our true feelings or whether we watch such movies in solitude, these films have found a special place in our hearts.

Classic Shakespeare made trendy

Those who wish to freshen up Shakespeare’s most renowned tragedy for Bloomington audiences are faced with quite a challenge. IU’s solution? Style and sexiness.

From the mind to the runway

This past Friday, the Wall Street Journal’s Home Front featured the Tuscan villa of designer Frida Giannini, the creative mind behind Gucci’s revamped image.

Bishop Allen to perform at Cinemat tonight

Fans of recently released “Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist” might recognize the Brooklyn-based, indie pop outfit Bishop Allen when it performs at The Cinemat tonight. Bishop Allen recently signed to Bloomington-based record label Dead Oceans. The band will play alongside Electric Owls and An Horse.

John Prine pleases crowd at IU Auditorium

When the lights dimmed at the IU Auditorium, a near-packed crowd of mostly older audience members enjoyed the sounds of Grammy Award-winning folk rocker John Prine.

James McMurtry to perform at Bluebird

Anyone who hasn’t experienced the talent of James McMurtry’s style of Texas rock will have a chance Tuesday night at The Bluebird.

‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ con Auditorium

Beware of the dirty and the rotten tonight and Wednesday as audiences laugh and roar at the comedy musical Dirty Rotten Scoundrels at the IU Auditorium.

Creating Disney story-telling magic

The Indiana Daily Student sat down with Jack Feivou, general manager for entertainment operations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, who came to speak with students last week. Feivou has also served as the chief operating officer and artistic director for the Boston Ballet Company. In his current role, Feivou oversees all entertainment operations at the studios, from the guy dressed as Mickey to the stage and stunt shows.

Homesick for the holidays

It’s finally happened. I’m totally and completely homesick. I thought I could ward off whatever feelings that might lead to it, but this time there’s no denying it.

Student-produced ‘Cabaret’ performs at Buskirk theater

Sally Bowles, an English woman scantily clad in black lingerie and knee socks a mile high, performs a soulful number.“Mama thinks I’m living in a convent in the southern part of France,” she belts.Welcome to the cabaret.