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The Daily Utah Chronicle

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The Daily Utah Chronicle

Arts

Jake Miller brightens young hip-hop music scene

December 2, 2013

On Thanksgiving, hip-hop phenomenon Jake Miller turned 21. Before obtaining permission to enter liquor store doors, he released a full-length LP, hit a nationwide tour and performed with the likes of Snoop...

‘Maidentrip’ debuts at Salt Lake City Library

November 25, 2013

The ocean’s gravitational pull to the moon is unavoidable. Like two magnets drawn together, the rise and the fall of the sea’s tide represents 14-year-old Laura Dekker’s attraction to water. When...

The Dead Sea Scrolls

November 21, 2013

The Leonardo has metaphorically shrunk the distance between the Dead Sea and the Great Salt Lake. Bringing the two bodies of saltwater together is “Dead Sea Scrolls – Life and Faith in Ancient Times,”...

‘Love Alone’ explores consequences of medical malpractice

November 20, 2013

“Love Alone,” a new play written by Deborah Salem Smith, represents a world that wallows in guilt, grief, confusion, forgiveness and acceptance. Focusing on the repercussions of medical malpractice,...

Jaar reflects social justice ideals in art

November 20, 2013

Chilean-born and New York-based artist Alfredo Jaar’s creations are like Russian nesting dolls. Each time a layer is peeled, something is found inside. By unmasking human rights violations and wrapping...

Bublé delights audience with bubbly personality

November 20, 2013

A standout from today’s mainstream artists, Michael Bublé’s style is refined and jazzy. It appeals to a variety of ages — from children to seniors. His music is less edgy than most songs played...

Ballet Dep’t commemorates Balanchine

November 18, 2013

To dance connoisseurs, the work of choreographer George Balanchine deserves more than a quick mention or a hasty toast at a dinner party — it merits a showcase of art, skill and performance. The Utah...

USpeak breathes life into poetry

November 13, 2013

Every Thursday at 7 p.m., the U’s spoken word poetry club, USpeak, puts on a writing workshop in the Carolyn Tanner Irish Humanities Building. The meetings are open to all students and are not exclusive...

‘Winter Group Show’ blends past, present, future

November 13, 2013

The expression “opposites attract” is an overused statement in the world of relationships. Nonetheless, this cliché fits comfortably in the art realm. Working to intermingle the contrasting genres...

Coming Home: Ballet West takes the stage at Kingsbury Hall

October 31, 2013

In September, Ballet West’s longtime home, the Capitol Theatre, under went renovation. While the building is reinventing its look, the dance company is paying homage to its past by celebrating its 50th...