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Mike Birbiglia got his comedic start with an award in the third grade.
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Comedian ?nds the funny in awkwardness

If you have ever been in an awkward situation, comedian Mike Birbiglia knows how you feel.The comedian has become famous for his stand-up, which usually plays off awkward situations.Students and the community alike have the opportunity to hear about these awkward situations and more as UNC welcomes Birbiglia for a performance tonight.

From right, Jessica Cruz, a senior communications studies major, and Alex Daly, a sophomore dramatic arts major. DTH/Sam Ward
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Not so 'Wild Party'

Alcohol, drugs, romance, sex and parties.The 1920s era-based play “Wild Party” focuses on these elements that still pervade society today in a strong but not spectacular musical.“Wild Party” embodies these phenomena, but it never fully peaks musically.The musical is presented this weekend, today and Tuesday in the Cabaret by UNC Pauper Players, with music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa.

A student observes the giant rooster constructed in the lobby of the Hanes Art Center. DTH/Erin Hull
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Giant rooster draws stares

A 10-foot-tall rooster with big silver-balled eyes, a red cape and machetes on its hind claws greets everyone that walks into Hanes Art Center’s side lobby.The sculpture is a crowd-stopper, if not a traffic-stopper, as it occupies a large amount of the John and June Allcott Gallery.

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Lab! Theatre’s “The Anatomy of Gray” to open tonight

Grab a seat for the season premier of “The Anatomy of Gray” tonight.But don’t expect to see Meredith or McDreamy from ABC’s prime time show.“The Anatomy of Gray,” which actually was named Gray’s Anatomy for a while during its composition, is indeed about a doctor — a doctor named Galen Gray. But, this Lab! Theatre production follows Dr. Gray as he stumbles into a small town while struggling to find purpose in his life.

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