Shannon Neu A&E Editor Speakiesy, a campus-specific app that combines features similar to social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram, was launched at UNCG on Sept. 5, 2015. Speakiesy intends to provide a safe space for students to make the most out of their college experiences. Students who have active university-specific .edu email addresses are able to download Speakiesy, as long … Continue reading Speakiesy App launched at UNCG
Shannon Neu A&E Editor The Greensboro Pride festival is returning this weekend, and guests can expect some exciting new changes. This is the tenth anniversary for Greensboro Pride (formerly known as Triad Pride). To mark this milestone, the festival will be moved from its previous location at Festival Park to South Elm Street. The “Taking Greensboro Pride to the Streets” event will take place on … Continue reading Pride Festival
Shannon Neu A&E Editor Since 9/11, a variety of artists have created some extraordinarily diverse and moving music in response to the tragedy. Artists in genres from country to rap to indie rock have created artistic responses to 9/11, and their works have played an important role in the United State’s healing process. Artists released new songs, performed in events to raise money for … Continue reading Reflecting on musical responses to 9/11
Shannon Neu A&E Editor There will be something for everyone at the 75th National Folk Festival in downtown Greensboro during the weekend of Sept. 11-13. The free outdoor event will feature performances representing a colorful variety of cultural traditions, other types of unique performing arts and visual art demonstrations. Additionally, visitors will be able to purchase food and local craft beer. The National Folk … Continue reading Folk Greensboro
Shannon Neu A&E Editor School of Music, Theater and Dance students and faculty, local arts professionals and consultants from prestigious arts organizations came together last Friday, August 21st, during the first UNCG Arts Summit to explore the future of creativity in the performing arts. Beginning at 9 a.m., the day’s guest speakers introduced themselves and gave overviews of their backgrounds, professions and philosophies on … Continue reading UNCG SMTD Arts summit
Shannon Neu A&E Editor Members of UNCG’s theater department gave a stellar performance of “Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune” Friday. A story about how two people with seemingly contrasting personalities discover that they are kindred spirits, “Frankie and Johnny and the Clair de Lune” inspired audience members to consider what it means truly to connect with another human. After a one-night rendezvous, … Continue reading Falling in Love with Frankie and Johnny
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