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NIU Philharmonic combines English and Russian melodies

By Chris Plumery | November 23, 2019

DeKALB – “From Russia to London” was the theme of NIU’s Philharmonic performance 8 p.m. Wednesday inside Boutell Memorial Concert Hall. The Philharmonic Orchestra was conducted by Benjamin Firer, an assistant professor at NIU. The show began...

Student organizations host event for undocumented students

By Jacob Roushia | November 22, 2019

DeKALB – Al Otro Lado and Dream Action NIU raised money during their fundraising campaign to support undocumented immigrants and immigrants seeking asylum. The event took place at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Campus Life Building Room 100. Several fraternities,...

‘Rocky Horror’ comes to the Egyptian Theatre for its final 2019 show

By Jamie O'Toole | November 22, 2019

DeKALB – The Irrational Masters Live Shadow Cast will be performing their last fall production of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at 8 p.m. Friday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.The original film, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,”...

Jazz Ensemble energizes campus

By Chris Plumery | November 20, 2019

DeKALB — The NIU Jazz Ensemble performed 8 p.m. Tuesday inside Boutell Memorial Concert Hall in the Music Building. The concert was directed by Rodrigo Villanueva-Conroy, professor of jazz studies. Villanueva-Conroy walked on stage and turned his back...

This image released by Disney shows Elsa, voiced by Idina Menzel, sprinkling snowflakes on a salamander named Bruni in a scene from the animated film, "Frozen 2." (Disney via AP)

Top 5 films to check out during Thanksgiving break

By Jacob Roushia | November 20, 2019

Going to the cinema might not be on your list of annual Thanksgiving festivities, but this past weekend's films and this upcoming weekend's films might change that. Here is a list of popular films in theaters during Thanksgiving break."Frozen 2"“Frozen...

Top Ten Nostalgic Movies on Disney+ (to be fixed 11/27)

By Chris Plumery | November 20, 2019

What happened to all the great movies you used to watch as a kid? They came on after school on Disney Channel, Cartoon Network or maybe Nickelodeon. Shows today just can't compete with the nostalgia of your favorites.Disney+ is here to save the day. This...

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announces nominees

By Jamie O'Toole l Contributor | November 19, 2019

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced their 2020 nominees, including Dave Matthews Band, Whitney Houston, Motörhead, The Notorious B.I.G., T. Rex and Thin Lizzy, who all made their appearance on the list for the first time this year. Additional...

Ken Miles, played by Christian Bale, (Left) and his son Peter, played by Noah Jupe, spend time talking about racing in "Ford v. Ferrari." 

‘Ford v Ferrari’ speeds to victory with Christian Bale and Matt Damon

By Parker Otto | November 19, 2019

Ken Miles, played by Christian Bale, (Left) and his son Peter, played by Noah Jupe, spend time talking about racing in "Ford v. Ferrari." 

The NIU Steelband performed a memorial concert, in honor of founder G. Allen O'Conner, Sunday in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall in the Music Building.

NIU Steelband pays tribute to late founder

By Chris Plumery | November 19, 2019

The NIU Steelband performed a memorial concert, in honor of founder G. Allen O'Conner, Sunday in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall in the Music Building.

DeKalb to host holiday wine tasting

By Northern Star Staff | November 18, 2019

Taste of the Season is coming to downtown DeKalb. The event will take place from 5-8 p.m. Friday.Register today for a walk through downtown DeKalb that includes wine, beer and spirit samples accompanied by appetizers from 17 local businesses.Persons must...

‘Midway’ displays one of history’s greatest battles

By Jacob Roushia | November 18, 2019

The film “Midway” tells the tale of one of the most important events in World War II’s Pacific Theater with strong characters and amazing action. “Midway” focuses on the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor and the following Battle of Midway. Throughout...

Launched on Nov. 12, Disney+ is a streaming service containing films and series from Disney, Pixar, Lucasfilm, Pixar and National Geographic.

Disney+ entices consumers with fair prices and extensive content

By Northern Star Entertainment Staff | November 17, 2019

Launched on Nov. 12, Disney+ is a streaming service containing films and series from Disney, Pixar, Lucasfilm, Pixar and National Geographic.