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Organist plays lunchtime concerts at Beck Chapel

By Mary Kenney · Tuesday, Feb. 28,2012 9:34 p.m.

Janette Fishell, chair of the organ department at the Jacobs School of Music, played her 10th concert of a series devoted to Bach on Thursday afternoon.

John Mayer launches US tour at IU Auditorium

By Michelle Sokol · Monday, Feb. 27,2012 10:52 p.m.

After a two-year hiatus, John Mayer is launching a new U.S. tour on April 9 at the IU Auditorium that will lead into his new album, “Born and Raised.”

Column: Signing off to the Boss

By Bari Finkel · Monday, Feb. 27,2012 10:06 p.m.

Jimmy Fallon is designating this week as a Springsteen tribute week on his show, “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon,” in anticipation of Springsteen’s upcoming LP, “Wrecking Ball,” which will be released in March.

Local Showcase feature more than 80 artists

By Nona Tepper · Monday, Feb. 27,2012 10:03 p.m.

The Local Showcase premiered Saturday at the Bloomington Convention Center, and more than 80 artists sharing 67 booths featured their work.

Bloomington Arts Commision Program increases funds for artists

By Jaclyn Lansbery · Monday, Feb. 27,2012 10:01 p.m.

Donations are the reason the City of Bloomington Arts Commission’s 2012 Arts Project Grant Program has been able to increase its funds for grants.

Column: Why winter makes us fat

By Hannah Spencer · Monday, Feb. 27,2012 9:59 p.m.

While the number of daylight hours dwindles before winter solstice, another number tends to rise: the one on the scale.

IU Opera stages 'Der Rosenkavalier' for second time

By Amelia Chong · Monday, Feb. 27,2012 9:57 p.m.

This is the second time — the first was in 1966 — the IU Opera and Ballet Theater is staging “Der Rosenkavalier.” The opera clocks in at a hefty four-hour duration and is the department’s largest production to date. Previously, the production was performed in English, but it will be sung in German this time.

John Mayer to perform at IU Auditorium

By IDS staff · Monday, Feb. 27,2012 10:49 a.m.

John Mayer is starting his first U.S. tour in two years on April 9 at the IU Auditorium. He will stop in 18 cities through May 6.

Couples jump, jive to swing dance sound

By Nona Tepper · Sunday, Feb. 26,2012 10:05 p.m.

On Saturday, the IU Swing Dance Club partnered with the Boilermaker Jazz Band for the annual Big Red Swing Weekend. The weekend featured dance lessons and live music — and couples jumped and jived to this old-time sound.

Broadway star Peters entertains audience at Auditorium show

By Makenzie Holland · Sunday, Feb. 26,2012 10:02 p.m.

As Bernadette Peters glided onto stage Saturday, the crowd roared with applause, and stage lights sparkled in audience members’ eyes. Conductor Marvin Laird, who has been working with Peters for nearly 30 years, accompanied her onstage.

Largest German opera in IU history returns to stage after 46 years

By Makenzie Holland · Friday, Feb. 24,2012 12:12 a.m.

More than 46 years ago, the opera “Der Rosenkavalier” by Richard Strauss made its debut on the IU campus. This weekend, after more than a year of preparation, the four-hour production will return to the Musical Arts Center.

NY Fashion Week's best trends

By Emily Farra · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 9:59 p.m.

Luckily, London Fashion Week picked up right where New York left off and has more than satisfied my craving. Some of my favorite shows have taken place in London this week: Topshop Unique, Erdem, Burberry Prorsum, Mary Katrantzou and Meadham Kirchhoff, to name a few.

Shakespearean play to premiere tonight

By Raven Carpenter · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 9:54 p.m.

While not taking away Shakespearean charm, the play adds “magic of a different kind,” said Evelyn Gaynor, an acting student who plays Titania in the play.

Auction supports student artists

By Kate Thacker · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 9:48 p.m.

From photographs and abstract paintings to sculptures and jewelry, the Art Museum Student Organization’s Student Art Auction had something for all art enthusiasts.

Broadway talent Bernadette Peters to perform at IU Auditorium

Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:09 a.m.

Fresh from Broadway, Bernadette Peters will be performing at 8 p.m. Saturday at the IU Auditorium. Tickets are still available.

Study says Facebook use could lead to depression

By Michela Tindera · Wednesday, Feb. 22,2012 9:57 p.m.

A study published in the journal of Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking found that the more time individuals spent on Facebook, the less happy they were.

Adventure film festival to screen at IU

By Michelle Sokol · Wednesday, Feb. 22,2012 9:55 p.m.

The Banff Mountain Film Festival will make a stop in Bloomington on March 31 and April 1. The festival features films about sports, including rock climbing, mountain biking and snow sports, but also brings up important environmental messages.

Sublime Design goes green with 'Upcycle' exhibit

By Ameerah Siddiqi · Wednesday, Feb. 22,2012 9:51 p.m.

Sublime Design is a gallery of art and gifts located on West Kirkwood Avenue and it showcases the work of more than 30 local artists.

Rapper Chuck D lectures about race, rap and reality

By Nona Tepper · Wednesday, Feb. 22,2012 12:28 a.m.

This Monday, rapper Chuck D of Public Enemy rapped to a crowd of IU students, alumni and Bloomington residents about everything but his career as a rapper. Chuck lectured in the Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center, and audience members listened as he spoke about “Race, Rap and Reality.”“Raise your hand if you love R&B,” rapper Chuck D said, and the audience lifted its hands enthusiastically.“But what is R&B?” Chuck asked, and everyone mumbled.

Fine Arts student starts art program for Middle Way kids

By Jackie Veling · Tuesday, Feb. 21,2012 11:43 p.m.

Having started the first art program for children at Middle Way House — a Bloomington safe haven for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault — Bornstein, a studio art major, is no stranger to the word “initiative.”

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