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“Colors” bursts with originality

By Nathaniel Repay | October 19, 2017

Beck might be most famous for provoking Kanye West to storm the Grammy Stage after winning the 2014 Album of the Year award, but this multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter and producer shows on “Colors” why he is a force to be reckoned with.“Colors”...

Once completed, this mesh pumpkin will add a cute touch to any living space this Halloween.

Mesh pumpkin Halloween DIY

By Haley Galvin | October 16, 2017

Once completed, this mesh pumpkin will add a cute touch to any living space this Halloween.

Alumna named face of theatre

By Haley Galvin | October 16, 2017

DeKalb — NIU alumna Amber Sallis knew she wanted to act the moment she stepped on stage, but she never thought she would be named the “Hot New Face of Theater Class of 2017” by the Chicago Tribune.Sallis received a BFA in acting in 2016 and has...

Not many materials are needed for this crafty project.

DIY charging station

By Victoria Lunacek | October 12, 2017

Not many materials are needed for this crafty project.

Open Letter: Call to musicians

By Sam Malone | October 12, 2017

As I reflect with a heavy heart and torn up soul upon what has happened in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Route 91 Harvest Festival, I urge musicians to take this tragedy and create something beautiful with it rather than letting it stop us in our tracks. At...

“Blade Runner 2049” captures bleak atmosphere

By Ryan Janovic | October 12, 2017

The future is a dark place in “Blade Runner 2049,” the long-awaited sequel to the 1982 cult-classic, “Blade Runner.” The new film does a remarkable job of capturing the tone and ambiance of Ridley Scott’s original.Released Oct. 6, “2049”...

Eagles tribute brings rock back

By Sam Malone | October 9, 2017

DeKalb — Fans of the 1970s rock legends the Eagles may not have the opportunity to see the founding members come together, but they do have the opportunity to see Eagles tribute band Heartache Tonight at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135...

September leaves listeners empty

By Ryan Janovic | October 9, 2017

Music fans anticipated new releases at the beginning of September, but as the month dragged on it became apparent some artists could not carry their weight. Suffering through miserable melodies and mediocre lyrics, here are some of the worst albums that...

Sigma Kappa hosts their all-you-can-eat Kiss the Cook event every year to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association in a way that allows students to get to know the members of the sorority.

Sigma Kappa to host BBQ

By Victoria Lunacek | October 5, 2017

Sigma Kappa hosts their all-you-can-eat Kiss the Cook event every year to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association in a way that allows students to get to know the members of the sorority.

Watson Intelligence generates love connections

By Ryan Janovic | October 2, 2017

The first play of the School of Theater and Dance’s production season, “The (curious case of the) Watson Intelligence,” is a complex story about how people are empowered through their connections with others. As Thomas Watson wonderfully puts it,...

‘The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence’ Q & A

By Ryan Janovic | September 25, 2017

*The following text has been edited for length and is not directly quoted.The School of Theatre and Dance kicks off their production season Sept. 27 with “The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence” by Madeleine George. The play has an unusual...

‘Diamonds for Cash’ thrills crowd

By Sam Malone | September 25, 2017

Toe-tapping, hip-swinging music filled the Egyptian Theatre Saturday evening as the sounds of Neil Diamond and Johnny Cash swept through the audience, captivating viewers with ease.The first of several shows put together by Dynasty Entertainment and the...