Sam Haw Staff Writer It is d*mn near impossible to transition from a backing member of a popular band to a solo career without facing constant comparison. For instance, Tina Weymouth and Chris Frantz were unable to escape the banner of Talking Heads when forming Tom Tom Club. Dave Grohl can try all he wants, but he is always going to be remembered as the … Continue reading S. Carey Brings Atmospheric Folk to Cat’s Cradle Backroom
Annalee Glatus Staff Writer The Community Theatre of Greensboro, abbreviated as CTG, is entering its 69th season for the year of 2018-2019. The season, as always, includes shows for both main stage and youth productions. Main stage productions include, “Newsies,” “Young Frankenstein,” “Jesus Christ Superstar,” “God’s Favorite” and “Clue the Musical.” The youth productions include, “Dorothy in Wonderland,” “The Addams Family,” “Elf Jr.,” “13 The … Continue reading Community Theatre of Greensboro Announces 2018-2019 Season
Sam Haw Staff Writer During her time at UNCG, Harley Winzenried has dedicated herself to studying theatre, both on and off campus. She has performed in plays, developed original pieces and delved into administrative work. In May, Winzenried will graduate with a bachelors in theatre, along with a minor in musical theatre. Although theatre has always been her major, Winzenried has strayed a bit from … Continue reading Senior Spotlight: Harley Winzenried
Omar Obregon-Cuebas Staff Writer It’s Saturday night, the room is filled with a mixture of sweat, excitement and lust. Everyone is eagerly waiting for the next band to start their set, and finish the night with a bang. The band takes hold of the set as if it was their God-given destiny. Adamantly, Jeffrey Tulliz Jr. names every band member with his silky voice: “We … Continue reading Greensboro’s Black Haüs is an Afropunk Force
Jessica Clifford A&E Editor Last year saw the demise of some of the most profitable and famous directors and actors of our time by the sexual allegations of powerful women in Hollywood. As we all know, this flood of allegations was coined the Me Too Movement. These ongoing crusades unveil the hidden dynamics within the film industry, cloaked in the appeal of blockbuster films. Yet, … Continue reading On-Set Controversies Through the Years, Disputes Between Directors and Actresses
Danielle Anderson Staff Writer It is no secret that the arts play a fundamental role in the lives of a large portion of UNCG’s student body. Our College of Visual and Performing Arts is thriving, with more and more bright young artists being admitted each academic year. We are granted access to concerts and performances by supremely talented instrumentalists in our world-renowned music program, and … Continue reading Students Share their Perspectives on the State of Campus Art
Caroline Galdi Staff Writer Eric G. Wilson is no stranger to publishing. As a professor at Wake Forest University, he has written several literary nonfiction books which have received critical acclaim. He has also been published in several esteemed literary magazines and other publications. But, his newest release marks a new step in his literary work. “Polaris Ghost” launches Wilson’s career into fiction with a … Continue reading ‘Polaris Ghost’: Connecting the Dots Between William Blake and David Lynch
Emily Hicks Staff Writer As the spring semester winds down, you might feel as if you have been bitten by the travel bug. If so, take a walk through the newest exhibition in the Weatherspoon Art Museum to fulfill your travel wishes without ever having to leave campus. From now until July 8, the museum on campus hosts a new exhibit: “City, Village, Exurbia” which … Continue reading ‘City, Village, Exurbia’ Brings the World to Greensboro
Matthew Paterson Staff Writer Everyone wants to be a hero. At some point or another, you’ve probably had the daydream about thwarting some evil plot that saves millions of lives or being someone’s knight in shining armor, protecting them from a sinister villain. As grandiose as they all may be, it always has a happy ending with praise and celebration. It may seem like the … Continue reading Chinese Film Festival: ‘The Price of Being a Hero in Chinese Kung Fu Films’
Eden Landgrover Staff Writer MFA candidates Mary-Evelyn Hunt and Amanda Ross showcased their thesis works in a joint concert held at the UNCG Dance Theater on Friday. Each piece – “Concrete Soul” by Mary- Evelyn Hunt and “A Reminiscent System” by Amanda Ross – has been a year in the making and will be their most extensive choreographic exploration in the pursuit of a master’s … Continue reading MFA Thesis Concerts Display Intricacy and Emotion
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