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Arts

Karen O gives reason to be ?wild? about soundtrack

By By Amelia England September 1, 2009

By Amelia EnglandIs there any reason not to be frivolously overexcited for Spike Jonze's film adaptation of Maurice Sendak's Where The Wild Things Are? Aside from perfect casting and acrobatic wild things,...

U alumna goes baroque

By By Julie Abubo, Staff Writer August 26, 2009

Those weary of classical music can relax a little: Emily Nelson, a U alumna, soprano and ensemble founder, along with co-founder Christopher LeCluyse, tenor, felt it important to make the centuries-old genre entertaining for modern audiences.

Former mayor to discuss movie

By By Joseph Simmons, Staff Writer August 26, 2009

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts will host a screening of the 1971 film "Punishment Park" as part of its continuing Desert Secrets Film and Discussion series today at 6 p.m., highlighted by a post-film discussion with human-rights activist and former Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson.

Films show life around the world

By By Evan Frank, Staff Writer August 26, 2009

For lovers of cinema, being in Salt Lake City has its perks. Playing host to several movie festivals and enjoying a considerable trickle-down from the wildly popular Sundance Film Festival, Salt Lake City is a variable epicenter for independent film in the mountain west.

Kilby founder reflects on venue’s 10th anniversary

By Julie Abubo, Staff WriterFor many Utah locals, discovering Kilby Court is a rite of passage into the underground music scene. Kilby has become the all-ages venue in Salt Lake City to discover local,...

Look beyond summer blockbusters at a theater near you

You don't need to go to a blockbuster movie every week to see a good film. Although big-budget movies can be exciting, art-house films bring a dynamic that is rarely seen in most big-budget films.

Twilight Concert Series continues to grow

For music lovers in Salt Lake City, there's no better time than the summer to experience some great performances. For the low price of absolutely nothing, the Twilight Concert Series continues to remain one of the season's main attractions.

2009’s best albums and artists so far

2009 is still shaping up to be a formidable year for album releases. As the approaching Fall Semester puts a downer on your hot-dogs-and-smoothies-camping-trip buzz, stay positive with some new additions to your album collection.

Satire: Finals causing more trouble than ever before

Chairs went flying and drinks were hurled Wednesday as rival economics study groups clashed in the busy corridors of the Marriott Library.

The Pulse

This is it8212;the end of the line. It's weird how fast time goes by when you only see things in terms of deadlines. Planning out each and every week in advance doesn't leave much room for improvisation and having a real job doesn't leave much room for the last-minute road trips I used to be so fond of.