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Participants collaborate at Mildred’s Lane VCU Worksyles Workshop with Warnock Resident J. Morgan Puett. Photo courtesy of Mildred's Lane.

Puett brings contemporary view of art to the U

February 6, 2014

Branching from the confines of conventional art, Warnock Resident J. Morgan Puett has situated herself in Utah. And for her stay, the visiting artist has organized an assortment of events designed to redefine...

Beijing artists working on installing pieces the Gittins Gallery on Wednesday. Photo by Cole Tan.

Art exhibit presses SLC gov’t for change

February 5, 2014

As Utah’s reputation for bad air grows, Utahns have decided something needs to be done about the air pollution. Inspired by the restlessness of a population demanding change, many artists have begun...

‘Flabbergast’ creates a sense of wonder for all

‘Flabbergast’ creates a sense of wonder for all

February 4, 2014

Last Friday, hoards of young students crammed into the newly renovated Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre to watch Ririe-Woodbury’s “Flabbergast” at no charge. In addition to public performances,...

Wind Ensemble presents Chilean folk music

Wind Ensemble presents Chilean folk music

February 3, 2014

Tonight at 7:30 p.m., the U’s Wind Ensemble will offer a symphonic journey to Chile at the Libby Gardner Hall. Free to the public, the Wind Ensemble will welcome renowned Chilean guest conductor Eduardo...

Dancers from the Odyssesy Dance Theatre will be performing at Kingsbury Hall next month. Photo courtesy of Odyssey Dance Theatre.

‘Dance Fever!’ is a far-out ‘70s blast from the past

February 3, 2014

Back by popular demand, Odyssey Dance Theatre’s “Dance Fever!” returns for the company’s Spring Repertory Season of “Shut Up & Dance.” Rounding out its 20th year, this season’s production...

Band members of Toad The Wet Sprocket pose for a photo. Photo courtesy of Rob Shanahan.

Toad the Wet Sprocket tours ‘New Constellation’

January 29, 2014

In 1975, Eric Idle from “Monty Python” created the fictional band Toad the Wet Sprocket for his sketch “Rock Notes.” To the comedic genius, it was just a silly name. He thought no one would be...

Cast members from “A Few Good Men” Left to right: Joe Tapper (Kaffee), Spencer Moses (Weinberg) and Kate Middleton (Galloway). Photo courtesy of Alex Weisman.

‘A Few Good Men’ explores justice, honor

January 29, 2014

The famous quote, “You can’t handle the truth!” has made its rounds through countless movies and books, but it originated from the 1989 play, “A Few Good Men” by Aaron Sorkin. It was later depicted...

Photo by Frances Moody.

Local boutiques offer sweet looks for Valentine’s

January 28, 2014

Photos by Frances Moody. From chain stores to local boutiques, clothing and accessory providers create current and classic styles. Following today’s trends takes time and effort. Oftentimes, women look...

Art on display at the Finch Lane Gallery. Photo courtesy of Amelia Walchli

U art students make SLC their canvas

January 22, 2014

From Jan. 24 to March 7, the Finch Lane Gallery will showcase a collection of community-inspired murals called “Perspective Realia: Ten Years of Urban Art.” V. Kim Martinez, a professor of painting...

Photo courtesy of Ryan Russell.

Against Me! album a musical, emotional triumph

January 22, 2014

It’s been more than three years since the last album from post-punk rock band Against Me!, but with the release of “Transgender Dysphoria Blues” it’s clear a lot has changed. Lead singer Laura...