Must Be The Holy Ghost Lights Up Revolution Mill

Danielle Anderson Staff Writer Boundary-defying multimedia band Must Be The Holy Ghost graced the stage with local electronic performer Tide Eyes at Greensboro’s own Revolution Mill on Thursday. The performance came one day before the official kick-off of the 17 Days Greensboro Arts and Culture Festival, an annual celebration of some of the South’s most talented artistic acts. Natty Greene’s Brewing Co. also joined the … Continue reading Must Be The Holy Ghost Lights Up Revolution Mill

New John Green Book Hits the Shelves

Annalee Glatus Staff Writer Most college-aged people remember what a phenomenon John Green was during the release of his book “Fault in Our Stars,” the heartbreaking romance tragedy about teenagers battling cancer. John Green is back with a new book entitled “Turtles All the Way Down.” This is his first book published since the release of “Fault in Our Stars” in 2012. In “Turtles All … Continue reading New John Green Book Hits the Shelves

Shakori Hills: A Festival of Music and Comfort

  James Ross Kiefer, Editor-in-Chief After driving through the scenic back roads of North Carolina for nearly an hour, I pulled off to a single lane road that lead to a small farm. Turning onto a dirt path I began to see several colorful signs for tickets and camping, people in tye-dye operating tractors and the sound of bluegrass music cresting over the pasture. I … Continue reading Shakori Hills: A Festival of Music and Comfort

Greensboro Mural Project: The Past, The Present and Future

Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor  Limited inspiration is not part of the Greensboro Mural Project’s vocabulary, instead, their essence is found in community inspiration. The Greensboro Mural Project is a volunteer-based group that advocates for justice, democracy and community through public art. These three focal points set their murals apart from others that take home on the walls of Greensboro. To uphold this mission, … Continue reading Greensboro Mural Project: The Past, The Present and Future

Community Theater of Greensboro Finishes “A Chorus Line,” Featuring A Strong Lineup Ahead

Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor On the other side of the lights in downtown Greensboro is the Community Theater of Greensboro (CTG), an intimate venue, with every seat having a perfect view. On Saturday, CTG performed their second to last show of the musical classic, “A Chorus Line,” as part of their 68th season. A talented cast ranging from teenagers to college students and … Continue reading Community Theater of Greensboro Finishes “A Chorus Line,” Featuring A Strong Lineup Ahead

UNCG Sinfonia Presents Their Fall Concert

Emily Cramton Staff Writer On Friday, UNCG’s Sinfonia orchestra played their first concert of the semester in the Recital Hall. Led by Dr. Rebecca MacLeod, the group consistently plays with artistry. Their program consisted of music from Vivaldi to new composers, making the evening diverse and showcasing the group’s different skills. One of two orchestras at UNCG, Sinfonia is comprised of both music majors and … Continue reading UNCG Sinfonia Presents Their Fall Concert

Hispanic Heritage Month – Four Influential Latina Singers

Ty’Shae’ Cousar Staff Writer It is Hispanic Heritage month; there’s the food, the dancing and the language of course, but one major component about Hispanic culture is the music. There are many Hispanic artists who have impacted not just Latin music, but also the entire American music industry, making it to what it is today. In particular, many female Hispanic artists have made a lasting … Continue reading Hispanic Heritage Month – Four Influential Latina Singers

Local Poet Reads from Newest Book at Scuppernong Bookstore

Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor While Wordsworth and Coleridge are known for their flowery prose, Maura Way is known for her everyday language. The dual poet and New Garden Friends teacher read select poems from her new poetry book, “Another Bungalow,” to a crowd filling every seat and a few lingering on the sidelines at Scuppernong Books on Wednesday. Way’s poems are published in … Continue reading Local Poet Reads from Newest Book at Scuppernong Bookstore

Reel Talk: Using The Art of Film to Discuss the Realities of Race

Chauncey James Staff Writer The first of two dialogues using film to discuss issues of social justice started on Tuesday at the EUC, formally known as Reel Talk. A collaboration project between the Office of Intercultural Engagement, Campus Activities & Programs and Housing & Residence Life, Reel Talk comes to UNCG with the goal of starting dialogues in the campus community using contemporary film to … Continue reading Reel Talk: Using The Art of Film to Discuss the Realities of Race

Triad Stage Opens 2017-2018 Season with a Thought-Provoking Bang

Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor A new season, an American classic and a Greensboro theater. Sept. 17 kicked off the 2017-2018 season of Triad Stage with the theater’s largest production to date – “South Pacific.” This production is directed by Preston Lane, the founding artistic director of the Triad Stage, and is in partnership with UNCG’s Concert and Lecture Series. “South Pacific” will run … Continue reading Triad Stage Opens 2017-2018 Season with a Thought-Provoking Bang