Student Spotlight: Devin Singleton
Trent Ryden Staff Writer Meet Devin Singleton, a sophomore Communication Studies Major here at UNCG. Singleton, who goes by the stage name “Devy.Quills” is an ambitious spoken-word artist turned rapper, describing himself as a “dude from Winston-Salem who claims that he ultimately wants to help out through whatever creative avenues I can utilize to make positive change and positive efforts to improve the state of … Continue reading Student Spotlight: Devin Singleton
A Farewell: Signing Off with a Shared Legacy
Jessica Clifford A&E Editor At 22 years old, I am faced with a grand, yet vague question. What is my legacy; more specifically, what is my legacy at UNCG’s student newspaper, “The Carolinian”? With a question like that, it is easy to understand why this is such a difficult assignment – maybe even the most difficult one. There is no right answer and there is … Continue reading A Farewell: Signing Off with a Shared Legacy
Tiny Homes for the Homeless
Ron DeVarona Staff Writer In August, an amazing, experimental initiative was passed in Los Angeles County to tackle the soaring homeless population. The LA Community Development Commission has greenlighted a $550,000 program that aims to provide low cost housing for the homeless by incentivising homeowners to build essentially “tiny” homes in their backyards. The rewards are quite attractive: loans of up to $75,000 to build … Continue reading Tiny Homes for the Homeless
CTG’s ‘The Producers’: The Happiest Production Using Dark Humor
Jessica Clifford A&E Editor Mel Brooks’ classic musical, “The Producers,” opened at the Community Theatre of Greensboro (CTG) to a full-house of nearly constant laughter on April 20. The quick-witted, sexually-charged production pushed every boundary with its raunchy hilarity, which is evident from a few of the show’s most standout numbers – “Keep it Gay” and “Springtime for Hitler.” “The Producers” is about Max Bialystock, … Continue reading CTG’s ‘The Producers’: The Happiest Production Using Dark Humor
Top Five Most Anticipated Summer Albums
Matthew Paterson Staff Writer The summer is right around the corner, with the only obstacle being the brooding week of crippling anxiety and cramming, also known as “Finals Week”. As grueling as that will be, the promise of not having to deal with the pressures of school awaits us all on the other side. The lack of scholastic responsibility is not the only upside to … Continue reading Top Five Most Anticipated Summer Albums
The Coraddi’s 120th Year in Review: An Interview with the Head of Literature
Danielle Anderson Staff Writer The Coraddi, UNCG’s art and literature magazine, previously known for its print publication, is about to finish its first year after transitioning to an online only publication. The decision to move the Coraddi to an online publication was a difficult one, with many in the readership community instigating backlash over the publication’s new format. “The majority of the Coraddi viewership was … Continue reading The Coraddi’s 120th Year in Review: An Interview with the Head of Literature
Review: Mozart’s ‘The Magic Flute’
Emily Cramton Staff Writer For the past several weeks, music and theatre students alike prepared to perform Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” for the annual major opera production at UNCG. Countless rehearsals have culminated in a week of dress rehearsals and performances, with the show ending on April 15. Their hard work truly paid off, as it resulted in a production that was both aurally and … Continue reading Review: Mozart’s ‘The Magic Flute’
‘Spring Dances’ Exhibit Inventive Variance in Choreographic Composition
Eden Landgrover Staff Writer During the weekend of April 13, upperclassmen in the UNCG Dance Department showcased the works that had been assigned to them by faculty and guest artists over the course of their spring semester repertory classes. The “Spring Dances” show featured four works performed by sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students studying dance performance. The concert demonstrated the variance in the school’s … Continue reading ‘Spring Dances’ Exhibit Inventive Variance in Choreographic Composition
‘One Nation Under Discussion’ Review: A Retrospective on Charlottesville
Trent Ryden Staff Writer Just over eight months ago in Charlottesville, Virginia, Americans saw what might be, in the words of President Trump, “the most egregious display of hatred and violence,” in several years. This display occurred at the “Unite the Right” rally, where many people were injured, hospitalized and one person even died. During this event, there were protests, rallies, interfaith gatherings, riot gear … Continue reading ‘One Nation Under Discussion’ Review: A Retrospective on Charlottesville
Nap Eyes at The Pinhook
Emily Hicks Staff Writer If on a Friday night you find yourself walking past The Pinhook in downtown Durham, you might not even think to step inside. From the street, it looks small and cramped and it isn’t immediately obvious that there’s even a stage within. Many folks likely just consider it a bar. From the inside, though, the bar hosts a small stage with … Continue reading Nap Eyes at The Pinhook
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