A&E

COMMUNITY EVENTS REVIEW IU AUDITORIUM JACOBS SCHOOL OF MUSIC IU CINEMA EXHIBITS PERFORMANCES TRAVEL WEEKEND POP CULTURE MUSIC THEATER BOOKS FOOD PODCAST

SoFA opens studio doors to the public

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Nov. 15,2006 11:57 p.m.

The Fine Arts Student Association has collaborated with the IU Henry Radford Hope School of Fine Arts to hold their annual Open Studio Night on Nov. 17.

Science and nature intersect in public forum at SoFA tonight

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Nov. 15,2006 11:56 p.m.

The School of Fine Arts Gallery will hold a free public discussion tonight in conjunction with its exhibit, Human Nature I: The Natural World. The forum will open with a brief discussion between artist/scientists Linda Adele Goodine and Roger Hangarter. Both artists' work has been displayed in the gallery since the exhibit opened last month.

'Tree City' art pieces now on display at a local wine cafe

By Jessica Anderson · Wednesday, Nov. 15,2006 11:56 p.m.

Besides sipping on local wine, patrons of Tutto Béne can also enjoy local art while dining. "Tree City" art, ranging from paintings and photography to even a glass piece, are now on display at the restaurant, located at 213 S. Rogers St.

Son of famed 'Fab 4' producer mixes, matches on 'new' album

By Alyson Brodsy and David Bauder · Wednesday, Nov. 15,2006 11:55 p.m.

NEW YORK -- It's the Beatles as they never even imagined themselves. The Beatles' "Love" album being released Tuesday is a thorough reinterpretation of their work, with familiar sounds in unfamiliar places, primarily created by the son of the man who was in the control room for virtually all of their recording sessions.

Musical 'Once On This Island' plays today, Friday, Saturday

By Shannon McEnerney · Wednesday, Nov. 15,2006 11:53 p.m.

Because it is set in the Caribbean, the musical "Once On This Island" was originally created for an all-black cast, but the Union Board's production of the show this weekend will feature different races in its cast.

'Hansel and Gretel' has many layers

By Alyson Brodsy and Eric Anderson · Wednesday, Nov. 15,2006 11:49 p.m.

An impressive crowd gathered at the Musical Arts Center last Friday night for the opening of the Jacobs School of Music IU Opera Theater production of Engelbert Humperdinck's beloved opera "Hansel and Gretel." The crowd was richly rewarded for its journey.

Disco Biscuits provoke flashing, glow sticks in dance party

By Zack Teibloom · Wednesday, Nov. 15,2006 11:48 p.m.

Senior Casey Tofilon had the full Biscuits experience Tuesday night, spending nearly seven hours with Jon "The Barber" Gutwillig and the rest of the Disco Biscuits when all was said and done. She requested songs, danced ferociously in the front row throughout the entire show and partied with Gutwillig until 5 a.m.

Members of Procol Harum in court battle over copyrights to 'A Whiter Shade of Pale'

By Jill Lawless · Tuesday, Nov. 14,2006 11:33 p.m.

LONDON -- Two former 1960s rock stars appeared before a music-loving judge Monday for a showdown over authorship of one of the decade's most iconic songs.

Duo combines guitar, opera-style vocals

By Maggie Conner · Tuesday, Nov. 14,2006 11:32 p.m.

The audience fell silent after Daniel Bolshoy and Julie Nesrallah struck the last chords of a passionate, Spanish-influenced guitar ballad. The crowd waited for the duo to say something insightful about the song.

Paintings missing since Napoleonic wars up for auction in London

By Maria Hegstad · Tuesday, Nov. 14,2006 11:30 p.m.

LONDON -- Two Fra Angelico paintings missing since the Napoleonic wars of the 18th century were discovered hanging in the study of a retired manuscript librarian and will be auctioned by the woman's heirs.

Senior shows fashion with photography

By Shannon McEnerney · Tuesday, Nov. 14,2006 11:29 p.m.

A little girl stood on the ice, ready to skate across the arena and perform in front of the audience. What this little girl was showing off, besides her talent in the rink, was her outfit. When she was young, fifth-year senior Lauren Feldman designed her own skating outfits.

Bread Fest offers slice of various cultures' cuisines

By Michael Reschke · Tuesday, Nov. 14,2006 11:28 p.m.

Where can you find "celebration" bread, wine and beer, an acoustic guitar signed by John Mellencamp and four tickets to Disney World? The answer: Bread Fest.

Help Me, Harlan!

By Harlan Cohen · Monday, Nov. 13,2006 10:44 p.m.

Dear Harlan, I have two bachelors' degrees -- one in business, one in art (painting). I "fit in" more with the art crowd than I do with the business crowd. Now I'm getting my MBA. I have tried my hardest to prove my worth: I help others study and get organized, go to meetings, maintain the class calendar, co-chair two committees and am senator of the class. Despite all of this, no one takes me seriously!

artifacts

Monday, Nov. 13,2006 10:42 p.m.

WHAT: Paul-César Helleu's portrait of Madame Helleu, 1901, in red, black and white chalk on paper

Indianapolis orchestra performs on campus

By Molly Peters · Monday, Nov. 13,2006 10:37 p.m.

Boasting more than 20 IU Jacobs School of Music alumni, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra performed Sunday at the Musical Arts Center before a packed crowd. The free concert was the symphony's first visit to IU since its show last year, according to a press release.

Quadriplegic creates hiking staffs

By Kevin Cullen · Monday, Nov. 13,2006 10:36 p.m.

WILLIAMSPORT, Ind. -- Artists express themselves with words and music, paint and canvas, silver and gold.

Disco Biscuits play at Bluebird tonight

By Zack Teibloom · Monday, Nov. 13,2006 10:34 p.m.

As Tuesday night dissolves into Wednesday morning, the Disco Biscuits' show will be winding down. But a few years ago, their performance would just be starting up. Once known as a band whose concerts lasted until the sun came up, the Disco Biscuits are maturing.

Bump the crotch up a notch

By Alyson Brodsy and Teri Rosenbaum · Sunday, Nov. 12,2006 10:48 p.m.

Welcome to my panties. Today, they are light pink and boy-cut. They say "I heart to cuddle" on my booty. I love them and, oh boy, do I love to cuddle!

Ben Folds 'rumbles' a sold-out IU crowd

By Zack Teibloom · Sunday, Nov. 12,2006 10:45 p.m.

Accordion rock got the crowd on its feet, and Ben Folds kept them there Thursday night at the IU Auditorium. Folds' energetic two-hour show had the packed auditorium standing, singing and clapping along for the entire concert. Folds rocked the auditorium, playing a mix of new and old songs.

Ben Folds: An 'Army' of One

By Zack Teibloom · Sunday, Nov. 12,2006 2:24 a.m.

Corn Mo's comedy-infused accordion rock got the crowd on their feet. Ben Folds kept them there with an energetic two-hour show. With a well received bassist and drummer behind him, Folds had the packed auditorium standing, singing and clapping along for the entire concert Thursday night.

Trending

A&E