Hugh Laurie delivers acerbic zingers and solves impossible medical cases on the FOX drama “House.” It’s a tragedy that his work hasn’t been rewarded with a weird gold trophy of an angel holding some sort of spherical-ball-structure.
Staff writer Nidhi Singh chatted with Virginia Tech alum Colin Goddard about his gun policies documentary, his experience as a survivor of the 2007 shooting and the message he’s trying to send to his audience. Goddard’s documentary, “Living for 32,” is being screened at the Gillings School of Public Health, Rosenau Hall Auditorium 133. The screening begins at 6:30 p.m. tonight and will last about an hour. Admission is free. Goddard and his parents will be at the screening and will speak briefly afterward.
Staff writer Jenna Stout stopped by the first of three nights of DSI Comedy Theater’s 24LIVE event.
We at Canvas thought it would be appropriate to shout out the best tornado movie ever made after Tuesday’s terrifying tornado sirens — “Twister.” Bill Paxton in all of his glory, fightin’ F5’s with the love of his life, Helen Hunt, and the love of hers, the weather machine Dorothy. Squeeze in a viewing between new gallery openings and the kick-off of the theatre season this week. It’s much more enjoyable without the threat of a tornado in the air.
PlayMakers Repertory Company’s PRC2 series opens tomorrow night with “A Number.” Staff writer Grace Tatter spoke with Joseph Haj, the artistic director for PlayMakers, about his background in theater and the upcoming season.
Former Student Body President Hogan Medlin, who is out of the country on a Fulbright fellowship, responds to senior writer Nick Andersen’s article on his stalled arts plan.
You know when you’re working so hard, studying so much, watching so much Mad Men on Netflix that you forget what day of the week it is? If you do, you’ll understand why this is a day late. If you don’t, go and watch Mad Men and then you’ll understand.
New York based Ground UP Productions brings an impressive performance of Greenberg’s “Three Days of Rain” to begin the theater season at UNC.
Since graduating from UNC in 1985, John Altschuler has become prominent on the national comedy scene. He’s been a writer and producer for shows like “King of the Hill” and “The Goode Family,” and he penned the script for 2007’s “Blades of Glory,” starring Will Ferrell and Jon Heder. Altschuler will be on campus tomorrow.
Welcome back on campus, kids. If you’re not too jaded that you didn’t notice the earthquake, check out the nifty arts events on campus this week. Highlights: hipster bluegrass tunes, posters for hipster bluegrass tunes, meat.
It’s been a wonderful run this summer with plenty of artsy endeavors to undertake, as both a patron or participant. Arts desk bids you adieu with the final Wednesday Roundup of the summer. Go out and enjoy these tasteful events one last time before Chapel Hill becomes a town void of students for several weeks. We can’t wait to have your wandering eyes back here in the fall. Peace out.
As summer winds down, performance art is becoming hard to find. Nonetheless, contemporary art showcases are at a premium. Indulge in some close-to-home artists as the student works of the Artery, a former professor’s gallery, or the installation by a UNC alumna. Plenty of fun this Friday and carrying on through the rest of the week.
Even artists need some time to relax. Few notable performances on campus this week, but there is still plenty of art to go see. Make your Independence Day weekend artsy by checking out some exhibits.
As the summer jazz simmers down for the week, look to these events to carry you through till the next installation of Roundup. Enjoy an otherwise lazy week, make up for some sleep, or check out Diversions desk’s recommendations for things to do. Nothing wrong with a little inter-desk appreciation.
The shuffle between summer sessions is coming to a close far too quickly. Nonetheless, we’ve got plenty of artsy endeavors for you to indulge in. Take advantage of some local galleries or check out the blooming Chapel Hill jazz concerts early next week. Plenty of free fun for all.
Some people may not know their history, but it’s nothing new to see soon-to-be Tar Heels meandering about campus this time of year. In lieu of the madness, relax with some great events in the world of art. From renowned local authors to departing comedy legends, this weeks round-up is full of itself.
It’s the first week of June, and things aren’t getting any cooler. Take a break from the humidity to catch the Sacred Arts Tour 2011 as it wraps up, or hone your acting skills with PlayMakers. Get involved with some of these conveniently placed events this week.
Hannah Grannemann is taking PlayMakers Repertory Company to the big leagues. Grannemann, managing director of Playmakers Repertory Company, was recently elected to serve as secretary of the League of Resident Theatres.
Maymester is winding down, but that doesn’t mean much, unless you’re taking Maymester courses. Whether you’re in it for the long haul this summer, or you’re ready to leave Chapel Hill, try to take some time to indulge on the events listed on this performance-oriented round-up. With Tibetan monks, poetry, and a little bit of jazz, what’s not to love?
Emotions, stories and ideas can all be expressed through art, but once an artist finishes a piece, their work is never truly done. With an eccentric audience ranging from painters to rappers, artists of all kinds took found themselves in the West Wing of The ArtsCenter in Carrboro in order to learn how to effectively communicate themselves alongside their projects.
