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'Parentheses of Blood' explores politics through satire

By Carly Bassen · Friday, Dec. 4,2009 12:03 a.m.

In “Parentheses of Blood” by Sony Labou Tansi, directed by Edris Cooper-Anifowoshe, the mockery of corruption is bound to stir shrieking humor. The production opens at 7:30 p.m. Friday with additional shows Saturday and the next week at the Wells-Metz Theatre to close the Theatre and Drama Department’s fall season.

1 IU student here helps many more students in Africa

By Allison Tyra · Friday, Dec. 4,2009 12:01 a.m.

Saturday benefit to raise funds, support Third World education.

Jacobs School announces one of a kind guitar festival

Thursday, Dec. 3,2009 1:29 p.m.

The first Indiana Guitar Festival and Competition, which is only one of its kind in the state, will be March 27-28.

Straight No Chaser to perform at Murat

By Almondia White · Thursday, Dec. 3,2009 11:59 a.m.

This Saturday at the Murat Theatre, a cappella group Straight No Chaser will be performing songs from both of their holiday albums and they are expected to sing songs from other popular artists.

Renowned IU pianist returns to Germany

By Jackie Kochell · Thursday, Dec. 3,2009 12:40 a.m.

Menahem Pressler, an IU distinguished professor, has played concerts all over the world, but none were as significant as his performance at the Magdeburg Opera House on Nov. 22.

Weekend Warrior Princess

By Alexa Altman · Wednesday, Dec. 2,2009 8:10 p.m.

The motorheads at Harley Davidson have left their tire tracks all over the fashion industry. This season’s insanely badass moto-chick look has everyone from Balmain to Jean Paul Gaultier falling to their knees and begging for mercy.

Fair trade market benefits global artists

By Danielle Paquette · Wednesday, Dec. 2,2009 8:08 p.m.

Fair Trade Bloomington, a nonprofit organization created by IU’s Students in Free Enterprise organization, will offer items from more than 30 countries at its fifth annual International Fair Trade Market in the Frangipani Room. Shoppers are invited to browse the artisan-made goods from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

New work draws focus at SoFA

By Margaret Ely · Wednesday, Dec. 2,2009 8:07 p.m.

As the cold weather rolls in, students and faculty in the Henry Radford Hope School of Fine Arts are finding ways to warm up and appreciate the artwork created during this fall semester.

'Superb stand-up comic' Todd Glass will bring quick wit to Funny Bone

By Allison Tyra · Wednesday, Dec. 2,2009 11:31 a.m.

This weekend, “Last Comic Standing” finalist Todd Glass will bring his quick wit and easy-going style to the Funny Bone Bloomington Comedy Club for five performances

Students work as auditorium ushers

By Rachel Krasnow · Wednesday, Dec. 2,2009 12:56 a.m.

Although the IU Auditorium’s usher program has been around since 1941, the job has remained the same, except for one thing: required clothing attire.

Extra-ordinary talent

By Erica Rogers · Wednesday, Dec. 2,2009 12:09 a.m.

Erica Rogers' weekly music column tells readers why they should give Susan Boyle a chance.

Holiday performances for kids from 1 to 92

By Caitlin Peterkin · Wednesday, Dec. 2,2009 12:07 a.m.

As the end of the semester approaches, students are faced with the stress of multiple projects, papers and finals. What better way to unwind from the burden of classes than with holiday performances? These festive shows and concerts will put anyone in the holiday spirit.

Tudor Room cooks up seasonal buffets in elegance, taste wrapped with a ribbon

By Julie Steigerwald · Wednesday, Dec. 2,2009 12:04 a.m.

Cinnamon, ham and pates mark the arrival of the holiday season in the Tudor Room at the Indiana Memorial Union. IMU Executive Chef Damian Esposito incorporates seasonal spices and fruits such as cinnamon, allspice, pumpkin and pear into a traditional holiday menu design.

Volunteers spread holiday cheer throughout the IMU

By Bailey Loosemore · Wednesday, Dec. 2,2009 12 a.m.

Upon walking into the East Lounge in the Indiana Memorial Union, students are greeted with two gleaming Christmas trees and other holiday decorations. Wreaths hang on nearly every door in the building, and decorations hang from the ceiling in the Market.

Alicia Keys to take 5 people on trip to Africa

By Mesfin Fekadu · Tuesday, Dec. 1,2009 12:29 p.m.

Alicia Keys says her first visit to Africa was so emotional and inspiring that she is ready to take others there to experience something similar.

Snaps for SNAAP: IU Arts survey wins national award

By Danielle Paquette · Monday, Nov. 30,2009 11:46 p.m.

The Strategic National Arts Alumni Project, referred to as SNAAP by Center for Postsecondary Research employees inhabiting the fourth floor offices, uses math and logic to benefit the arts.

Girls compete for spot on Victoria’s Secret runway

Monday, Nov. 30,2009 11:44 p.m.

10 young women are vying for a spot on the Victoria’s Secret runway, balancing tiny outfits and high heels wasn’t the biggest juggling act in the online contest that will land just one of them in the CBS broadcast Tuesday night.

Big-name actors hit close to home

By Margaret Ely · Monday, Nov. 30,2009 11:38 p.m.

Joanne Woodward and the late Paul Newman’s influences as renowned, established actors will be felt next year when the Bloomington Playwrights Project presents the first Woodward/Newman Drama Award, which will be given for the best dramatic play from submissions sent to the theater company.

The three pieces of fashion recycling

By Alexa Altman · Sunday, Nov. 29,2009 9:58 p.m.

Single-use fashion is a ridiculous aspiration put on a pedestal by celebrities with bottomless bank accounts. I’m a college student with financial limits who likes what she invests in and enjoys wearing it a hundred times.

Holiday albums that make you feel warm and fuzzy

By Erica Rogers · Sunday, Nov. 29,2009 9:56 p.m.

And as we start our shopping and decorating, there is one thing continuously playing in the background: Christmas carols. Every year, Christmas carols are anticipated from the traditional classics to the new renditions of today’s famous pop artists.

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