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Muslim in America

By Tariq Luthun | September 7

It’s been 10 years since 9/11. The players in this act of terror claimed to be Muslim. I’m a Muslim-American — and I am a victim of the Sept.

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UNC Playmakers awarded grants for Shakespeare plays

By Tariq Luthun | July 19

Shakespeare’s work has proven timeless — PlayMakers Repertory Company is looking to take advantage of that.

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Carolina Performing Arts gets $750,000 for ballet project

By Tariq Luthun | July 19

Two years might seem a long way away, but when it comes to centennial anniversaries, it’s never too early to start preparing.

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ArtsCenter presents series of short plays

By Tariq Luthun | July 11

Teaching the Greek titan Atlas about gravity, carrying out a murder plot and falling in love aren’t things you would expect to take place in only 10 minutes.

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Q&A: David Wilcox

By Tariq Luthun | July 11

No matter how much one ages, some things never get old. For folk singer-songwriter David Wilcox, this couldn’t be more true.

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Carolina Performing Arts’ single tickets go on sale July 5

By Tariq Luthun | June 29

When it comes to reeling in world-class performers, few rival the reputation held by Carolina Performing Arts.

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Comedian Rob Delaney touts personal humor

By Tariq Luthun | June 28

Rob Delaney, who is performing Wednesday at Cat’s Cradle, spoke with Diversions about his style of humor, his adoring audience and baby pictures.

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New leaders emerge at DSI comedy theater

By Tariq Luthun | June 21

Leaders of DSI Comedy Theater believe laughter is laughter, no matter who’s responsible.

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Jazz musicians put on weeklong workshop at UNC

By Tariq Luthun | June 21

Forty students and eight instructors have gathered to take part in more than 50 hours worth of jazz — all in the span of one week.

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Former professor's art on display in Greenbridge

By Tariq Luthun | June 18

On Friday, the works of former UNC associate professor Kimowan Metchewais were put on display in the Greenbridge Developments building.

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By Tariq Luthun and Erin Hull | May 22

Alice Southwick, manager of the Ackland store, as she aids customers in what she refers to as the "soft-opening" of the store. A gallery event is set for Friday in order to welcome the store to campus as a new piece of the Ackland that is just next door.

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By Tariq Luthun | November 6

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Photo: Greek system to institute reforms, new office starting this fall (Erin Hull)

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Photo: Greek system to institute reforms, new office starting this fall (Erin Hull)

By Tariq Luthun and Erin Hull | July 20

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The Encore Series: Stephen Anderson

By Tariq Luthun | July 14

This week, The Encore Series features Stephen Anderson, UNC assistant professor in composition and jazz studies. Anderson served as the director of the Summer Jazz Workshop. Aside from teaching jazz, Anderson spearheaded the Electro-Acoustic Studio on campus and also create work of his own. The Encore Series is a new video web series featured by the Daily Tar Heel Arts Desk. Derived from the French language, the word “encore” is defined as “again” and serves as a call for more. This series is dedicated to presenting an in-depth look at how various figures within the artistic community use their particular trades as a medium for expression.

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By Tariq Luthun | July 12

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By Tariq Luthun and unknown | July 10

Hannah Lamar Simmons works on on her piece “The Paths I Trace Are The Stories You Tell” in The ArtsCenter.

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By Tariq Luthun | July 6

Hannah Lamar Simmons works on on her piece “The Paths I Trace Are The Stories You Tell” in The ArtsCenter.

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The Encore Series: Emil Kang

By Mike Rodriguez and Tariq Luthun | June 30

This week, The Encore Series showcases Emil Kang, UNC’s executive director for the arts. Kang oversees Carolina Performing Arts, in addition to serving as a lecturer within the University. The Encore Series is a new video web series featured by the Daily Tar Heel Arts Desk. Derived from the French language, the word “encore” is defined as “again” and serves as a call for more. This series is dedicated to presenting an in-depth look at how various figures within the artistic community use their particular trades as a medium for expression.

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By Tariq Luthun | June 26

DSI comedy theater's new leaders

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FreshDSI

By Tariq Luthun | June 22

New DSI Comedy Theater Artistic Director, Paula Pazderka, stands alongside John Reitz, recently named production manager of DSI. The two new faces of DSI look to continue the theater’s success after the departure of founder Zach Ward to Boston.