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UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: SABRINA BYRD

By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Jan, 28, 2015 Sabrina Byrd has a self-professed “knack for the absurd”. Photographer, illustrator, crafter, actor, writer, costumer and graphic artist, Sabrina is a multi-hyphened wonder. A transfer student from UNC School of the Arts where she majored in design and costume production, Sabrina is currently a Media Studies major. “I like making stuff up… my favorite way to … Continue reading UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: SABRINA BYRD

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New to ABC: “Agent Carter”

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”

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Celluloid Christmas: My 5 must-see films

“MERRY CHRISTMAS, CHARLIE BROWN!” By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Dec 3, 2014. With the holiday season in full swing, it’s time for my top five must-see Christmas films. Sit back with a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy! If I could only watch five films each Christmas, it would be these five (in no particular order). 1. “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (1966) A … Continue reading Celluloid Christmas: My 5 must-see films

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Review: UNCG’s “Velveteen Rabbit”

By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Nov. 19, 2014 The lawn outside Taylor Theatre was filled with smiling faces Thursday night, both young and old. A feeling of warmth and youthfulness infused the setting and more than one child let out a gleeful hop. The cause of this joy was “The Velveteen Rabbit”, the latest play performed at UNCG’s Taylor Theatre. Based on … Continue reading Review: UNCG’s “Velveteen Rabbit”

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Upcoming: “The Velveteen Rabbit”

By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Nov.14 ,2014 “There was once a velveteen rabbit…” So begins Margery William’s classic children’s story about a child’s toy rabbit who is brought to life. In the same way the story’s fairy turns the toy into a real rabbit, UNCG’s Theatre Department has brought the story to life via the stage. Adapted by Janet Allard and directed by UNCG … Continue reading Upcoming: “The Velveteen Rabbit”

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UNCG Artists Weekly: Torrey Lamaar

By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Nov. 2, 2014 Torrey Laamar (Belcher) is one of UNCG’s very own rising stars. A BFA acting major, Torrey recently finished shooting the independent film “Blackbird” starring Mo’Nique and Isaiah Washington. “It’s set in a small Baptist town and is about this guy, Randy, who struggles with his sexuality. It’s a coming of age story,” explains Torrey. … Continue reading UNCG Artists Weekly: Torrey Lamaar

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Women in Media, Pt. 3: Objects without privacy

By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 29, 2014 This article is the third in a three-part installment by Schubach on women’s role in media and pop culture. In recent months some of the most famous women in Hollywood have had their most private possession leaked to the world: their naked body. Online trolls leaked hundreds of photos of famous women on the image-sharing … Continue reading Women in Media, Pt. 3: Objects without privacy

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Women in Media, Pt. 2: Video games and violence

By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 22, 2014 This article is the second in a three-part installment by Schubach on women’s role in media and pop culture. In the span of one week, two leading women in the gaming world have received threats of rape and death. Video game developer Brianna Wu was forced from her home when her address was posted to … Continue reading Women in Media, Pt. 2: Video games and violence

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A review of UNCG Theatre’s “Twelfth Night”

By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 8, 2014 UNCG Theatre kicked off their season on Friday with Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night directed by Jim Wren. For anyone not familiar with Twelfth Night, it is one of Shakespeare’s comedies; a tale of mistaken identity, revenge and of course, love. Filled with classic Shakespearian characters, Twelfth Night is an enjoyable play on the page, but … Continue reading A review of UNCG Theatre’s “Twelfth Night”

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Women in Media, Pt. 1: It’s not about the bass

By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 1, 2014 This article is the first in a three-part installment by Schubach on women’s role in media and pop culture. For decades the media industry has created a warped view of female beauty. From stick-thin models to constant plus size body shaming, the media industry has become a one-dimensional drawing, with a very limited pallet. … Continue reading Women in Media, Pt. 1: It’s not about the bass

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