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Folk art museum rejuvenated in Va.

By Sonja Barisic · Tuesday, Aug. 28,2007 9:14 p.m.

WILLIAMSBURG, Va. – Colonial Williamsburg is more than costumed interpreters in tricorn hats making speeches about revolution or craftsmen demonstrating silversmithing and other trades.

Bulletin Board

Tuesday, Aug. 28,2007 9:13 p.m.

Editor’s note: There are many school groups and local organizations that hold auditions and call-outs throughout the year. We will be posting audition information as we receive it. Make sure to check out tomorrow’s ArtsExtra for advice on how to excel in a theater audition.

David Baker to perform tomorrow at Bear’s Place

Tuesday, Aug. 28,2007 9:11 p.m.

The Jazz Fables Concert Series will be featuring the sounds of Distinguished Professor of Music David Baker tomorrow night at Bear’s Place. The event, which celebrates the 18th Anniversary of the concert series, will feature Baker playing cello on his own compositions and arrangements, along with other jazz faculty and alumni from the jazz studies program.

Letters from Abroad

By Lindsey Landis · Monday, Aug. 27,2007 9:47 p.m.

Yesterday, as IU students moved through their first day of classes for the 2007-08 school year, I was 30,000 feet over the Atlantic Ocean. I am headed for a country – no, a continent – that I have never been to. I just kissed my family and boyfriend goodbye because I won’t see them for 10 months. And, I am seriously questioning my sanity.

Nazi influence on orchestra exposed

By David McHugh · Monday, Aug. 27,2007 9:45 p.m.

BERLIN – The Berlin Philharmonic became a privileged servant of Nazi propaganda after Adolf Hitler’s 1933 takeover, striking a deal with the new regime that won it financial security and perks such as fine instruments and draft exemptions for the musicians.

Original Morrible returns to ‘Wicked’

By Michael Kuchwara · Monday, Aug. 27,2007 9:44 p.m.

NEW YORK – Madame Morrible, the crafty headmistress of “Wicked,” has been played by a parade of impressive ladies including Carol Kane, Rue McClanahan, Jayne Houdyshell and, in London, by Miriam Margolyes.

Porcelain painter continues to create despite failing eyesight

By Arlene Mannlein · Monday, Aug. 27,2007 9:43 p.m.

CLINTON, Ill. – On a piece of porcelain in her left hand was a flower outlined with dark black lines. In her right hand was a brush, and underneath it a palette of paints marching clockwise in a circle.

Dance exhibition gives insight into traditional powwows

By Ashlee Green · Monday, Aug. 27,2007 9:42 p.m.

For Jim Fisher, it is the inviting atmosphere and pulsing drumbeats of powwows that drive him to attend these traditional Native American gatherings all over the state. “At each powwow, you’ll find how friendly everyone is. I’m not Native American – I’m white, but red in the heart,” he said.

Mos Def: Concert directed at inequities in U.S. legal system

By Melanie Sims · Sunday, Aug. 26,2007 9:16 p.m.

Although a jury last week convicted Jose Padilla of supporting terrorism, rapper-actor Mos Def thinks that Padilla may not have gotten the due process the criminal justice system promises.

Dark Carnival brings out frights, delights

By Nick Mills and Nicholas Mills · Sunday, Aug. 26,2007 9:15 p.m.

Although the sun was shining, Bloomington got a little darker this weekend with the arrival of the Dark Carnival Film Festival. More than just a film festival, the horror fest was full of terrifying spectacles. From celebrity guests to costumed creepsters, the dark underworld of independent horror films shined its light at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater.

Off-Broadway group tackles complex subject of loss through interviews

By Mark Kennedy · Thursday, Aug. 23,2007 7:41 p.m.

NEW YORK – If you’ve ever lost something – say, a cell phone or a favorite ring – and never gave it a second thought, congrats. But if it really bums you out – still stings, even years later – an edgy off-Broadway theater group feels your pain.

Pop stars hassled in Malaysia over sexy concert routines

By Sean Yoong · Thursday, Aug. 23,2007 7:41 p.m.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – Some of the world’s top pop stars are facing growing pressure to keep skimpy outfits and steamy dance moves off the stage during their concerts in the predominantly Muslim country of Malaysia, event organizers said Wednesday, citing protests by conservative Islamic critics who believe such Western performers can corrupt youths

Guster coming to IU in October

Thursday, Aug. 23,2007 7:40 p.m.

The Union Board announced it will present Guster at 8 p.m. Oct. 2 at the IU Auditorium. Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 31 and can be purchased at the IU Auditorium box office or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets are $25 for students and $28 for non-students.

Arts awards to come to town

Thursday, Aug. 23,2007 7:39 p.m.

The Indiana Arts Commission announced this week that Bloomington has been chosen as the site of the 2007 Governor’s Arts Awards on Oct. 27.

Acoustic pop-rock band Guster coming to IU

By IDS staff · Thursday, Aug. 23,2007 3:31 p.m.

The Union Board announced it will present Guster at 8 p.m. Oct. 2 at the IU Auditorium. Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 31and can be purchased at the IU Auditorium box office or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets are $25 for students and $28 for non-students.

Actors Corey Greenan (left) and Matt Brown rehearse a scene from “The Sixth Borough” during a dress rehearsal Tuesday evening. The musical opens at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Wells-Metz Theatre and will run through Sunday.

IU alumnus debuts musical tonight at Wells-Metz

Thursday, Aug. 23,2007 1:16 a.m.

The boroughs of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Staten Island have a new a neighbor – at least for this weekend.

Ryan Seacrest to host Emmy Awards in September

By Lynn Elber · Wednesday, Aug. 22,2007 9:38 p.m.

LOS ANGELES – Ryan Seacrest of “American Idol” is hosting next month’s Emmy ceremony, but viewers still won’t be able to call in and pick the winners.

Amy Winehouse postpones North American tour dates, citing ‘tour rigors’

By AP Reports · Wednesday, Aug. 22,2007 9:38 p.m.

Amy Winehouse has put her North American tour on hold, raising more concerns about her health.

Local artist overcomes past through art

By Sara Amato · Wednesday, Aug. 22,2007 9:38 p.m.

Strokes of bright blue and red watercolors paint the story of Bloomington artist Layla Caplinger’s life. They show her past, her struggles, her journey to artistic freedom. And now, they’ve won her a spot as the featured artist in the Rhythms of the Soul exhibit, now at Bellevue Art Gallery.

Film festival brings out Bloomington’s dark side

By Brian Hettmansperger · Wednesday, Aug. 22,2007 9:38 p.m.

A dark carnival crashes and slashes its way into Bloomington tonight. Making camp at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, The Dark Carnival Film Festival will feature more than 40 independent horror movies, a sideshow, a horror rock band and, on Saturday night, a Dance Party Massacre.

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