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Say 'no' to copying, don't dress like your friends

By Gabrijel Gelic · Monday, Sept. 8,2008 10:20 p.m.

The other day I was reading through a couple of AP world news stories and I happened to stumble across a fashion article which boasted about the individuality and the freshness of the Spring/Summer 2009 London Fashion Week collections. You might wonder why I chose to mention the London fashion week at this particular point in time, but I feel that IU fashion is in desperate need of originality. It’s important to spend a little time talking about how crucial it is for each of us to have an individual fashion style.

Trustees pick architects for music building

By Katherine Fay · Monday, Sept. 8,2008 10:15 p.m.

The IU Board of Trustees selected the architects for the Jacobs School of Music’s new North Studio Building, which will be built north of the current Music Building Addition or the “round building” on Third Street, said Alain Barker, director of marketing and publicity at the music school.

Acclaimed singer and Jacobs School of Music professor Sylvia McNair performs George Gershwin's "Summertime" from the opera Porgy and Bess during the 20th annual "A Night at the Opera" Sunday night at Buskirk-Chumley Theater. The event benefits Middle Way House, a local United Way agency that offers programs and services to women and children who are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Opera show benefits Middle Way

By Lara Streyle · Monday, Sept. 8,2008 10:14 p.m.

On Sunday night, the Buskirk-Chumley Theater and Middle Way House welcomed the community to enjoy a night of opera at the theater. The 20th annual Night At The Opera is a fundraiser for Middle Way House, which provides support and shelter to victims and families of domestic abuse and sexual assault.

French food for thought

By Bonnie White · Sunday, Sept. 7,2008 9:11 p.m.

"Oh my god, I'm in Paris," is what I immediately thought after the plane landed on the runway with a jolt. Then, once the initial excitement wore off a bit, I found myself realizing, "Oh my god, I'm starving."

SoFA Gallery opens its doors for the fall ’08 season

By Haley Adams · Sunday, Sept. 7,2008 9:02 p.m.

The School of Fine Arts Gallery was divided between the abstract and the familiar Friday night as visitors viewed the gallery for the first time this season. The opening kicked off two shows: “Vacation ’08” and “HUB: A Collaboration of Art and Space.”

Gallery North’s ‘Storytellers’ here through September

By Erica Beringer · Sunday, Sept. 7,2008 9:01 p.m.

The walls of Gallery North were adorned with 3-D pieces of art Friday evening. In front of them, the guests stood speechless, many with dropped jaws. Behind them was the artist, with a grin on her face as she watched everyone attempt to search for a way to somehow describe her work. Catherine Burris struggles to find the words herself.

Laura Brikmanis, a 2001 IU graduate with a bachelor’s degree in English and studio art, shows her mom, Ellen Brikmanis from Carmel, Ind., her mural for the first time Friday outside of the Bloomington Playwrights Project.

New mural brightens Playwrights Project

By Allison Tyra · Sunday, Sept. 7,2008 8:59 p.m.

Formerly a nondescript beige building, the Bloomington Playwrights Project has undergone a makeover, courtesy of artist Laura Brikmanis and a grant from the Bloomington Entertainment and Arts District.

When real-life heroes don't cut it, believe in Batman

By Claire Burke · Thursday, Sept. 4,2008 10:45 p.m.

Here we are again. Summer is officially over and we are all back on campus, pretending to pay attention in class while actually secretly competing with our neighbor to see who can finish the crossword first. Or maybe that's just me.

Reinvent yourself this school year, because everyone’s looking

By Bryan Payton · Thursday, Sept. 4,2008 8:11 p.m.

In the spirit of hockey player-turned-fashion intern Sean Avery, I’m here to give the men some sorely needed fashion advice. With school having started back up this week, I want to stress the importance of making an impression this school year.

‘Wonderfully horrible, awful’ dresses key in new play

By Allison Tyra · Thursday, Sept. 4,2008 8:10 p.m.

In the play “Five Women Wearing the Same Dress,” five very different bridesmaids find common ground while avoiding the “happy occasion.” This will be the first play by the new nonprofit company Burnin’ Daylight Productions.

Joel Washington listens to gallery visitors during the reception for his art show June 11, 2007, at Tutto Bène.

Exhibition features 3 local artists

By Risha Kohli · Thursday, Sept. 4,2008 8:07 p.m.

The September Exhibition at the John Waldron Arts Center kicks off Friday with an opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Local artists Sally Hunt, Joel Washington and Raymond Saidah are showcasing their artwork.

‘The Dark Knight’ paints a dark picture of 2008

By Ryan Brown · Wednesday, Sept. 3,2008 11:26 p.m.

Summer is over now, and it is time to reflect on all the cook-outs we went to, how many times we heard “American Boy” on the radio and how much the weather sucks now that we have to bear the intense humidity while walking to class.

Brewing company holds benefit to preserve Indiana landscape

By Rorye O'Connor · Wednesday, Sept. 3,2008 11:23 p.m.

Voices and tunes that evoke bygone eras will ring out at Upland Brewing Company on Saturday to help keep southern Indiana green.

Bean Blossom to host 10th annual Blues Brews & BBQ

By IDS staff · Wednesday, Sept. 3,2008 11:21 p.m.

Three to four thousand music lovers will come together amidst the scenic campgrounds of the Bill Monroe Memorial Music Park in Brown County this weekend for three days of music, food and festivities at the 10th annual Blues, Brews & BBQ, also known as the Bean.

Benefit event to spread ‘love, laughter, song’

By Allison Tyra · Wednesday, Sept. 3,2008 11:19 p.m.

The Buskirk-Chumley Theater will fill with laughter, love, song and Middle Way House supporters Sunday evening to celebrate the 20th annual Night at the Opera.

First ever local comedy club opens downtown

By Allison Tyra · Wednesday, Sept. 3,2008 11:17 p.m.

Bloomington’s first full-time comedy club, The Funny Bone Bloomington, will open its doors three weeks from today.

Landing the role

By Allison Tyra · Wednesday, Sept. 3,2008 11:16 p.m.

Whether the passion is music, dance or theater, every performer knows the first – and often most nerve-wracking – step is the audition process. While practice and natural talent are important, experts say other factors can improve chances of success.

Coffeehouse Nights provide art, coffee, free food

By Amanda Cochara · Tuesday, Sept. 2,2008 10:17 p.m.

Coffee. It wakes students up in the morning, keeps them up at night and supposedly cures those hangovers. So why not brew up another venue for this stimulant?

Motivational Mentos, musical inspiration

By Emily Campion · Tuesday, Sept. 2,2008 10:15 p.m.

I was recently given the almighty and powerful task of writing a music column. I accepted the challenge gracefully and leapt and bound the entire block back to my humble abode.

Jacobs announces new season for IU Opera & Ballet Theater

By Katherine Fay · Tuesday, Sept. 2,2008 10:13 p.m.

The Jacobs School of Music will present an ambitious season this year, including four new IU Opera & Ballet Theater productions, as well as hundreds of other performances. Other highlights of the season include classical, jazz, band and choral concerts by students, faculty and guests.

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