Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Katherine Boo Visits UNCG

Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor Katherine Boo, this year’s Keker First Year Common Read presenter, came to UNCG to share her reporting work in Mumbai, India on Oct. 24. Boo was invited to speak about her first published book, “Behind the Beautiful Forevers,” at a luncheon and evening discussion on campus. The Keker First Year Common Read is a program for incoming students to … Continue reading Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Katherine Boo Visits UNCG

No Laughing Matter

Cason Ragland Staff Writer In all my studies, I’ve read jokes and jabs from Chaucer to Salinger. Through my time in school, I’ve gained a small understanding of what humor really comes down to. I often cry out “What is comedy’s purpose?” when everyone laughs in a theatre. I’m only trying to further my knowledge of humor. When a comedic piece is successful, one tends … Continue reading No Laughing Matter

Greensboro Dance Film Festival Celebrates Diversity

Danielle Anderson Staff Writer The Fourth annual Greensboro Dance Film Festival (GDFF) was presented on Saturday at three locations across the downtown area. A celebration of the triumphs of new choreography and digital media, the GDFF exhibits multiple innovative and groundbreaking dance films during its screening each year in an attempt to revitalize and revolutionize the concept of modern-day dance. The festival ties into the … Continue reading Greensboro Dance Film Festival Celebrates Diversity

The Spooky Guide to Greensboro Haunted Attractions

Matthew Paterson’s Ghost Staff Writer The nights have begun to grow eerier, costume parties are being thrown and pumpkins guard doorsteps, which can only mean Halloween is approaching fast. So, if you are not already scared sh*tless by the daily news and could use some fright that is not so real, you might want to get your shriek on at a few of these scary … Continue reading The Spooky Guide to Greensboro Haunted Attractions

Satirist’s Corner – Freaky Flicks!

Cason Ragland Staff Writer It’s that time of year again. That time of year when I get to write “It’s that time of year again.” because it’s close to Halloween! The brisk morning chill bites at the nape of your neck as you head to your destination when, suddenly, you realize you haven’t got an idea for a costume. I could help you with that … Continue reading Satirist’s Corner – Freaky Flicks!

Satirist’s Corner – Super Marxist Brothers

  Cason Ragland Staff Writer We have all experienced it before. If not personally than through a detailed account from a friend. The kind of experience I am talking about is that of playing “Super Mario Brothers.” Released on the Nintendo Entertainment System in September of 1985, it has since been ported and pirated by corporations and consumers for decades. The design and story that … Continue reading Satirist’s Corner – Super Marxist Brothers

Now, Now at Cat’s Cradle

Matthew Paterson Staff Writer An electricity was in the air at Cat’s Cradle on Wednesday night; the audience could barely contain their giddiness to see Now, Now perform again. The indie rock duo comprised of Cacie Dalager and Bradley Hale has been on hiatus since 2013, with this tour being their first since then. Now, Now decided it was time for a change, they revamped … Continue reading Now, Now at Cat’s Cradle

Neo Yokio: Pop Art Redefined for The Millennial Era

Chauncey James Staff Writer Mecha butlers, demon bloggers, gangster wizards and big Toberlone. Surrealism oozes from every part of “Neo Yokio,” much like the bourgeoisie culture shown in every episode. Created by Ezra Koenig of popular band Vampire Weekend, the new Netflix anime series “Neo Yokio” details the extravagant life of the main character Kaz Kaan, a demon-slayer much more preoccupied with acquiring status and … Continue reading Neo Yokio: Pop Art Redefined for The Millennial Era

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