Philip Glass’ Galileo Galilei

By Jackson Cooper, Staff Writer Published Apr. 15, 2015 In the darkened recital hall of the School of Music, I sat anxiously waiting for the film to start. Kepler was not my favorite opera in the world, but something that was on my research list for assistant directing Galileo Galilei, one that I never got around to. Thankfully, my inability to find time for the additional research … Continue reading Philip Glass’ Galileo Galilei

The Circle of Peace

By Mary Windsor, Staff Writer Published in print Apr. 15, 2015 “I had gone to a town meeting, and the speaker ended by saying, “This is great that we are having a town meeting but what happens afterwards? What happens when we leave, it seems like everything will go back to normal,” April Snell says. “So I thought, let’s start a peace circle and invite agnostic, Buddhists, … Continue reading The Circle of Peace

Slice of Life: The Great Break

By Daniel Wirtheim, Features Editor Published in print Apr. 15, 2015 When my brother was in college, he would take regular cross-country bicycle trips. He would take the bus from Ohio State University, where he was enrolled, and get off in North Carolina, where he would ride to Florida, stopping at campsites along the way. On one such trip, my brother found himself at a hostel in … Continue reading Slice of Life: The Great Break

IN REVIEW: Jazmine Sullivan’s “Reality Show”

By Kashif Stone, Staff Writer Published in print Apr. 15, 2015 After being on a hiatus for five years, Jazmine Sullivan made a major return to the music industry with the release of her third studio album “Reality Show” earlier this year. Evolved from deep emotion and heartache, this follow-up to her 2010 album “Love Me Back” stands out from her previous works as it depicts the … Continue reading IN REVIEW: Jazmine Sullivan’s “Reality Show”

Harry and the Potters play Green Bean

By Shannon Neu, Staff Writer Published Apr. 15, 2015 Lovers of fantasy stories were enchanted by a magical evening of Harry Potter themed music Sunday at the Green Bean. Audience members of all ages rocked out to enthusiastic performances inspired by the Harry Potter series. The Blibbering Humdingers performed a hilarious first set, complete with music and jokes inspired by Harry Potter. Their music also made references … Continue reading Harry and the Potters play Green Bean

UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: Aja Cooper

By Cassandra Hardman, Staff Writer Published in print Apr. 15, 2015 At 19, most teenagers are still trying figuring out what they what to do in life and just want to have fun. But one teenager was busy looking for the perfect cover for her upcoming book. UNC-Greensboro English major Aja Cooper says she always knew she was going to be a writer. “I knew when I … Continue reading UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: Aja Cooper

In review: Amanda Palmer and her audience

By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor Published in print Apr. 15, 2015 Palmer performing in Pittsburgh with the Danger Ensemble in 2008. On Monday Apr. 6, an inspiringly diverse crowd in both age and attire greeted esteemed alternative queen Amanda Palmer at the Fletcher Opera Theater in Raleigh, N.C. The multi-instrumentalist and soon-to-be mother, known widely for her co-leadership of pseudo-gothic duo the Dresden Dolls, was … Continue reading In review: Amanda Palmer and her audience

Cup of Joe: Last minute recommendations

By Joseph Abraham, Editor-in-Chief Published in print on Apr.8, 2015 Before I graduate from UNCG in a matter of weeks, I wanted to make some recommendations on how some aspects of campus life can improve. Athletics Last week, I advocated for a small redistribution of the amount of student fees going toward athletics on this campus. I did, however, explain that I want to see … Continue reading Cup of Joe: Last minute recommendations