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From Celtic to Cumbia, various Triangle acts will take the stage at Carrboro Music Festival

By Rebecca Fiely | September 18

With over 200 bands performing at the festival, there will be a lot to see and even more to hear. Here is a look into some of the unique acts gracing ...

Office DJ: There might be bad weather outside, but it sure is sunny inside

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle | September 13

If you are not a fan of classic rock or hip-hop, this might not be the playlist for you. But hopefully you do have good taste, and if so, you will enjoy ...

Flying Silk offers cultural home and mesmerizing performances

By Zach Goins | September 11

Maybe you didn't know, but UNC has its very own traditional Chinese dance team. And members are as passionate as they are talented.

Local schools celebrate the impact of arts on young students

By Rachel Jensen | September 10

If you did band, orchestra, studio art, chorus or even photography in grade school, you probably appreciated the creative break from calculus or Shakespeare. ...

‘You will be mesmerized’: Drag queens are coming to UNC to kick off college tour

By Jessica Hardison | September 9

Naomi Dix and Stormie Daie are drag queens starring in "Sister Sister," coming to UNC Chapel Hill Sept. 11. UNC will be the first stop of the "Sister ...

'I want people to know who I am': Drag queens coming to Carrboro

By Karen Stahl | September 3

Drag queens are coming to Carrboro, and in their wake follows an explosive and unapologetic performance that commands the attention of the audience and ...

A post-Silent Sam look at public art on UNC's campus

By Maeve Sheehey | September 3

Public art says a lot about the community it decorates. So what do the sculptures and statues of UNC's past and present say about the University?

This UNC grad has a new idea for replacing Silent Sam

By Emily Galvin | August 28

With more deliberations on the reinstatement of Silent Sam, this artist proposes something new.

In Chapel Hill, record stores stay relevant in the age of Spotify

By Rebecca Fiely | August 28

Here's what Chapel Hill records store owners think about digital distribution, big businesses and social trends.

Student female filmmakers set out to level the industry playing field

By Jessica Abel | August 26

In many professional spheres, women are still underrepresented in accolades and even just recognition. That's why some UNC students are taking it ...

The Ebony Readers/Onyx Theatre gives minority artists a home to grow in

By Jessica Hardison | August 26

"We provide a sense of very raw and straightforward expression."

Check out what CUAB has cooking for this semester

By Maya Jarrell | August 22

CUAB has several upcoming events this month, including an International Candy and Soda Bar, a "For the Students" Tour and Paint to Life.

Before you hit the box office this fall, read this

By Zach Goins | August 21

After a summer dominated by superheroes, dinosaurs and other mega-blockbusters, upcoming film releases include several heartbreaking true stories plus ...

First-Years' Guide to Franklin

By Jessica Abel | August 21

Among all the new places to master this year, let the Franklin Street food scene be one of them. When you’re sick of meal swipes and run out of ...

There's a new spooky creature on campus, and it isn't your GPA

By Chadwick Dunefsky | August 20

If you've been on social media lately, you know that two new sculptures have appeared on campus. Some love them; some hate them. But no matter where you ...

What does a summer in the arts look like? Three UNC students share their experiences

By Jessica Hardison | August 20

With lots of long hours and hard work in the arts this summer, some students are coming back to UNC with a lightened workload.

UNC archeologist uncovers a mosaic that makes ancient Jewish life more unclear

By David Saff | July 12

Magness’ discovery supported the hypothesis that Jewish communities were able to thrive under the Christian Rule.

Tim Okamura's "I Love Your Hair". Oil and mixed media on canvas, 2013. Okamura explores mixed media art to portray his love of hip-hop and create a sense of urban identity.

Come see the work of Michelle Obama's official portraitist and more at the Ackland

By Charlotte Ririe | June 19

The Ackland Art Museum is honored to be the final destination of a portraiture exhibition from the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery.

Art students outside of South Building take turns speaking out against Chancellor Folt and the condition of Hanes Art Center on Monday.

Folt Revolt protestors claim that Arts Everywhere initiative is not enough

By Casey Quam | April 24

“This is not about feelings. It is about the spotlight on Arts Everywhere, a hollow platitude that gives the school a façade of interest in the arts ...

Scrap Exchange in Durham provides platform for sustainable practices

By Mattias Miller | April 15

Go green and get crafty. The Scrap Exchange is a 27-year-old nonprofit organization located in Durham with a mission to promote creativity, environmental ...