By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Jan. 21, 2015 This past Saturday, The Crown at the Carolina Theatre looked classy with purple lighting and café style seating. At each round table sat fans of Phoebe Snow, eager to hear sounds of the ‘70s. Snow was an award-winning folk artist best known for her song “Poetry Man,” a song about a love affair with a married … Continue reading Phoebe Snow commemorated at Crown
Falk’s images are evokative of foggy days. By Shanece Brent, Staff Writer Published in print Jan 21, 2015 UNCG’s Weatherspoon Art museum has been featuring visiting artists since 1982, and Over 80 artists’ works have been featured since the program began. Saturday, January 17, a new exhibit of the series was opened to the public featuring the work of artist Craig Hood. Located on the first floor … Continue reading Visiting artist’s images evoke isolation, mystery
Le’s 2014 steel sculpture entitled “Means to an End”. By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Jan 21, 2015. In the bottom floor of the Gatewood Art Building, the foundry sits as an immense concrete room with lines of welding masks and rubber aprons at the entry. Walking further in, one can see several sets of heavy machinery used to cut, melt and shape metal scrap … Continue reading UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: NAM LE
By Shannon Neu, Staff Writer Published in print Jan 21, 2015. Theater, dance, and music intertwined last Friday in Aycock Auditorium to tell stories of love, lust and longing. The New York City based theater ensemble, S.I.T.I. Company, moved audience members with its performance of “Café Variations.” The performance, which included only six actors, was composed of scenes from playwright Charles Mee’s works that take place in … Continue reading S.I.T.I. Co. reflects on life and love
By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor Published in print Jan. 21, 2014 Zooey Deschanel is no pop princess. Since 2006 she’s been one-half of the indie rock outfit She & Him, paired with fellow vintage-inspired darling Matthew “M.” Ward. The two were introduced during production of “The Go-Getter” by director Martin Hynes. Leading lady Deschanel joined Ward in a Richard and Linda Thompson cover that accompanied … Continue reading She & Him release merits new ears
By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Jan 14, 2015. “What’s your name, darlin’?” “Agent.” In a media world obsessed with superheroes and sequels, “Agent Carter” seems like nothing new – except for the fact that this hero holds no special powers (unless you count being able to fight with a stapler) and wears high heels to work instead of a spandex suit. This is no … Continue reading New to ABC: “Agent Carter”
By Shanece Brent, Staff Writer Published in print on Jan.14, 2015 Marvel’s Squirrel Girl has been around since 1992, providing comic relief in a comic world that had become almost entirely dark and gritty. In her time, Squirrel Girl has been a would-be sidekick for Iron Man, a member of the Great Lakes Avengers, a babysitter, and always a protector. But one thing she’s never been is … Continue reading Squirrel Girl debuts at Geeksboro, Acme Comics
By Shannon Neu, Staff Writer Published in print Jan 14, 2015. As a junior in UNCG’s music composition program, Clay Westman invests much of his time with projects for his classes and lessons, such as creating pieces of music that feature various combinations of instruments. He channels his creativity into works that stand out. Right now he is planning arrangements of pieces of music that feature only … Continue reading UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: Clay Westman
By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Jan 14, 2015 The weary winter months have their ways of tiring most people. It was not a surprise to find out all four members of the girl-punk band Daddy Issues had colds last Friday, the night of their show at New York Pizza that featured them, Echo Courts and The Toothe. “I feel brain-dead,” said drummer Hannah Hawkins, … Continue reading Daddy Issues perform at NYP
By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor On Tuesday night Triad Stage debuted a reimagined “Snow Queen” by Hans Christian Andersen, pleasing Pyrle Theatre patrons of all ages with lush storytelling and good holiday cheer. The show is one of three seasonal productions presented by the company this December. The downtown force for thespian innovations has once again proven itself creative and capable, having combined a number … Continue reading Appalachian “Snow Queen” opens at Triad Stage
