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Freshman Lillian Chason was cast as the lead role, but died in December from H1N1 complications.

'Mona' play recounts story of faith

By Katy Doll | January 29

The cast of “A New Dress for Mona” spent hours in rehearsal, and even more time praying for their hospitalized lead actress, Lillian Chason.

Memorial Hall to host Loading Dock Series performance

By Mark Sabb | January 28

Mixtapes began as quasi-albums rappers used to exhibit their skill outside the mainstream music industry.

BSM's alternative spring break supported by a cappella groups

By Lucie Shelly | January 27

A cappella powerhouses the Clef Hangers and Harmonyx are teaming up for a night of song, all in support of a good cause.

PlayMakers' 'All My Sons' links World War II and today

By Lindsay Saladino | January 27

Correction (Jan. 28 12:45 a.m.): Due to a reporting error, an earlier version of this story listed an incorrect date for the post-performance discussion ...

Roxanne Shabani arranges segments of her screenprinted 80-piece tile installation. DTH/Diaxi Xu

Student artists have variety of outlets to display work

By Jacqueline Scott | January 27

When deciding whether to enter their work in an exhibit, student artists must consider more than just the outcome. They must consider the time it takes ...

Daniel Harder, instructor of the Alvin Ailey II dance company, leads a group of dancers at UNC’s Gerrard Hall. DTH/Lauren Vied

Alvin Ailey dance class brings moves to Chapel Hill

By Fabiana Brown | January 26

Keeping up with three professional dancers is not an easy task. But about 30 students took up the challenge Monday, following the fluid motions of the ...

Music professors to put on classical concert

By Paula Peroutka | January 22

An unlikely combination of string, wind, brass, percussion and vocal professors from the UNC music department are teaming up to perform classical chamber ...

Exhibit merges poetry, prints

By Lucie Shelly | January 22

Visitors to the Ackland Art Museum Thursday night had the chance to merge art and literature with a program connecting poetry from the Civil War to Jacob ...

Lisa Garland, a senior sociology major, sets up her display at the “We H(art) UNC” exhibition in Wilson Library. DTH/Daixi Xu

Student art featured at senior class exhibit

By Mark Sabb | January 21

Senior marshals invited their classmates into Wilson Library after hours on Thursday night for a look at UNC students’ art.Gregory Halloran, a freshman, ...

Davis McCallum, director of the upcoming production “All My Sons,” speaks Wednesday. DTH/Shar Narne Flowers

'All My Sons’ director speaks at UNC

By Latisha Catchatoorian | January 21

Wine tasting, quiche, hors d’oeuvres including spanakopita, a Greek spinach pastry and intimate live piano playing in a lobby.

Ken Strong, who taught theater and performed at UNC, was remembered in the Paul Green Theatre on Monday. DTH/Andrew Johnson

Memorial helps campus honor Ken Strong

By Lindsay Saladino | January 19

Kenneth P. Strong lived fully, loved greatly, taught passionately, performed powerfully and left his audience applauding loudly and wanting more of his ...

Lincoln-inspired work deserves a tip of the hat

By Lauren Russell | January 18

Bill T. Jones presented a modern dance inspired byAbraham Lincoln without top hats, big beards or pennies Friday night at Memorial Hall.

The Soweto Gospel Choir energetically performed song and dance at Memorial Hall on Sunday. DTH/Gladys Manzur

From Africa to UNC, choir brings energy

By Katy Doll | January 18

A single, piercing note split the silence to start Sunday night’s show, setting the stage for a high-energy and emotional performance from the Soweto ...

“Fondly Do We Hope … Fervently Do We Pray,” a performance by Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company, premieres at 8 p.m. tonight

History in motion

By Lauren Russell | January 15

Dance fans and history buffs alike have been eagerly awaiting the UNC premiere of Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company’s “Fondly Do We Hope... Fervently ...

"Escape," by American artist Felrath Hines, is part of an exhibit at the Ackland Art Museum. Courtesy of the Ackland Art Museum.

Ackland showcases two contemporary artists

By Katy Doll | January 15

One exhibit takes you through the life of abolitionist John Brown. The other takes you on a journey through the depths of color and shapes.Works from ...

Universes wows Kenan Theatre audience with vocals and poetry

By Adam Hinson | January 14

For the members ofUniverses, poetry is more than metaphors and words of love.

Gospel choir to perform in memorial hall Sunday

By Fabiana Brown | January 14

A lively group with colorful costumes, innovative dances and powerful voices will perform at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Hall.

Strong known for his spirit

By Katy Doll | January 14

Professor Ken Strong was quick to smile, bringing an intense spirit to his classes and the stage alike.

Art or vandalism?

By Lauren Russell | January 14

In addition to the traditional vandals from rival schools and bathroom visitors with Sharpies, UNC’s public structures face a new threat: the stencil ...

Professor and PlayMakers member dies

By Katy Doll | January 13

CORRECTION: Due to a reporting error, this article originally stated that Strong appeared in "Nicholas Nickelby" as Newman Noggs. He was cast in the role, ...