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(Courtesy of Complexions Contemporary Ballet)

Putting Their Best Foot Forward: Complexions Contemporary Ballet

By Abigail Raasch, Arts Writer April 22, 2019

  Complexions Contemporary Ballet Company “blends methods, styles and cultures from across the globe, and the result is a continually evolving form of dance that reflects the movement of our...

courtesy Joshua Black.

‘Silent Dancer’ Portrays Complete Collaboration

By Abigail Raasch, Arts Writer April 14, 2019

  Through an interwoven evening of dancing, movement and pure theatre, Salt Lake Acting Company waltzed through the world premiere of “Silent Dancer,” a new work by Kathleen Cahill. It is the...

(Photo by: Justin Prather | The Daily Utah Chronicle).

Smile, it’s Happy Hour: Our Favorite SLC Discount Dives

By Abigail Raasch, Arts Writer March 31, 2019

  As college students forging our own paths, one big step towards “adulting” is making our own food. I try my best to prep meals and then try cooking when I get home. But with a college class...

(Photo by Justin Prather | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Bringing West African Dance to a Western Culture

By Abigail Raasch, Arts Writer March 21, 2019

  West African dance is becoming more common among dance studios, collegiate dance programs and social parties. Teaching methods vary, however. For example, you may be in Las Vegas and come across...

Selah McKenna (left) and Lindsie Kongsore (right) in the University of Utahs production of Julius Caesar
(Photo by Todd Collins)

The Illusion of Combat: Making the Magic Happen

By Abigail Raasch and Sofia Sant'Anna-Skites March 8, 2019

  When thinking about theater, we often picture comedic sketches, catchy tunes and elaborate dance numbers. Rarely do we find ourselves thinking too much about the way characters are walking or...

ACDA March 13-16 - Courtesy of Brent Schneider

Dancers Will Take Over the U at the Upcoming ACDA Conference

By Abigail Raasch, Arts Writer March 6, 2019

  Spring break is upon us. What does this mean? As most students will depart from the University of Utah, leaving it barren and lifeless, 530 collegiate dancers and their adjoining faculty will...

(Courtesy of the Lassonde Institute)

U Student Hillary Whitaker is on a Mission to Make Every Little Girl a Rocket Ship Dress

By Abigail Raasch, Arts Writer March 4, 2019

  Located here on the University of Utah campus, Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute and its studios are a “nationally ranked hub for student entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of...

Students participate in the Camille Litalien master class, courtesy Salt Lake Acting Company.

A Starving Student Artist’s Ticket to Theater

By Abigail Raasch, Arts Writer February 28, 2019

  As students with low incomes and high expenses, it can be difficult to afford luxuries like movie or concert tickets. Even with discounts or rush tickets at theaters, going to multiple shows...

Brooklyn Burbidge & Roland Jones - La Fille Mal Gardée Rehearsal  Courtesy: Maggie Wright-Tesch

‘La Fille Mal Gardée:’ Ballet’s Original Rom-Com

By Abigail Raasch, Arts Writer February 10, 2019

  With the mixture of classical romantic-era ballet and a charming romantic comedy, "La Fille Mal Gardée" truly was a delightful evening at the ballet. The University of Utah ballet program brought...

(Courtesy of Michelle Kobernik)

The Ring Dilemma: Proposal 101

By Abigail Raasch, Arts Writer February 9, 2019

  It’s the most wonderful time of the year for lovers — Valentine’s Day in Salt Lake City. Every year, engagements pop up all over the world during this holiday, especially in this valley....

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