Teresa Dale Staff Writer As summer comes to an end and people are returning to their busy schedules, there are a lot of daydreamers fantasizing about forgetting their daily routines. They’re dreaming of the beach and possibly jumping on a boat to live off the sea for the rest of their lives. Just off the coast of Thailand and Burma there is an interesting … Continue reading “Sailing a Sinking Sea” illuminates Moken culture
Ross Kiefer A&E Editor On August 12th, the Georgia based indie band Of Montreal released their 14th studio album “Innocence Reaches”. Since 1996 band leader and songwriter Kevin Barnes has managed to form a heavy cult following by dropping albums on a near annual basis. The band has maintained a relentless touring schedule throughout their career; I’ve seen them over seven times over the … Continue reading Of Montreal “Innocence Reaches” Album Review
News I am Zachary Weaver, Carolinian news editor, and English major with a minor in Sustainability. I am a senior this year, and it will be my busiest (and hopefully most rewarding) year yet! Rather than pursuing academia or creative writing with my major, I hope to go into journalism as a career, though the day I write clickbait will be the day I die … Continue reading Editorial Introduction
Jessica Clifford Staff Writer Women; we are a lot of things from a lot of different perspectives. We are mothers, daughters, and nieces. We are the worker, the housewife, and the nanny. We are the nurses, the lovers, and the wives. We fit into various boxes. However, from outsiders looking in, primarily men, do not see the difference between an experience that includes or … Continue reading Giving women more animated roles in the comic industry
Ross Kiefer A&E Editor Steve Buscemi has managed to etch himself into popular culture through his appearances in films and television. His vulgar humor and sharp wit, paired with his unique voice, has helped to define his performances and make him iconic. Buscemi has become recognized for his features as Mr. Pink in “Reservoir Dogs”, a horny hitman in “Fargo” or having the best cameo … Continue reading Steve Buscemi & The Collaborative Arts
Ross Kiefer A&E Editor Now entering its last few days of the summer season, Eastern Music Festival draws to a close while maintaining an impressive roster of performances and visiting artists. Beginning in late June, the festival will be concluding with a concert by the Eastern Festival Orchestra. The performance will be held Saturday, July 30th at 8pm in Dana Auditorium at the festivals main … Continue reading Eastern Music Festival and It’s Spirit of Performance
Ross Kiefer A&E Editor Geeksboro has routinely proven itself as viable outlet for entertainment in the Greensboro community. Ever since being established in 2012, the nerd-culture oriented coffeehouse and theater has managed to host a variety of stimulating events. Ranging from video game tournaments, concerts of tribute and fantasy based bands, dances rooted in geek lore and tabletop gaming. One of their next endeavours will … Continue reading Geeksboro Drops a Charm Bomb for Autism
Ross Kiefer A&E Editor Art has the unique ability to convey interpretations of reality. This can be done in realistic manners, or an artist can distort an image and challenge what a viewer may see. This week marks the last full week that the Weatherspoon Art Museum will be displaying their exhibit on Abstract Expressionism, where ideas of ‘form’ are played with through art. At … Continue reading Abstractions in the Weatherspoon
Ross Kiefer A&E Editor It’s Friday night, and you have no plans. One of your friend’s decides you up and says that some chic new band is in town. Of course you’ve never heard of this band, but because you have nothing better to do you decide to venture out to see them. When you meet with your companion you notice that they’re carrying … Continue reading House Shows and Their Pleasantries
Shannon Neu A&E Editor I believe that something truly amazing is happening in Greensboro. From innovative college students developing new ways to change the world through art to the growing number of local small businesses that provide spaces for artists, more and more people in this city are creating ways to promote self-expression, build community and even speak out regarding social and political conflicts … Continue reading Farewell Column
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