The Jim Henson Company’s most recent venture, “The Happytime Murders,” didn’t sit well with audiences for its opening this weekend, indicating Muppet-lovers aren’t quite ready to have their childhood ripped apart on screen.The film stars Melissa...
The Egyptian Theatre is honoring DeKalb native Richard Jenkins with a film series that showcases highlights of his acting career. The series kicks off 7 p.m. every Tuesday from Sept. 4 through Oct. 11 at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.Jenkins...
The smell of barbecue and the sound of corn sizzling on the grill filled downtown DeKalb Friday as the community came together to attend the 41st annual Corn Fest.Corn Fest, which ran from Friday through Sunday, featured live music, local vendors and...
The Plain White T’s eighth studio album “Parallel Universe” sits at the intersection of heartbreak and catchy synthesized beats. Released Friday by Fearless Records, this album acts as a slight departure from the band’s typical sound.Where the...
The RHA Block Party brought Huskies together at 8 p.m. on Friday in the Chick Evans Field House after a call was made to move the event inside due to inclement weather.Originally scheduled to take place at the Outdoor Recreation Sports Complex, the event,...
The fourth installment of the Miss Fits drag shows Saturday brought personality and glamour to the House Cafe stage, 263 E Lincoln Highway, enthralling the audience with dazzling performances from divine divas.The event, hosted by DeKalb drag queen Amethyst...
Whether the speakers are pumping out bass-heavy beats from rappers Saba or Kanye, or hazy indie rock from Mac Demarco or Real Estate, everyone has their summer playlists filled with new releases from their favorite artists. Luckily, there have been plenty...
The Junction Eating Place, 816 W Lincoln Highway, has served the DeKalb community since 1969, providing students and locals with indulgent, homestyle meals.What sets Junction apart from other local eateries is an atmosphere that recalls an earlier period...
DeKalb —The DeKalb Park District is providing an alternative way for residents to enjoy recently released movies outdoors.Sycamore, Sandwich and DeKalb teamed up in 2015 to purchase an inflatable screen and film projector, and area residents have been...
The Stagecoach Players’ production of musical comedy “It Shoulda Been You,” directed by Jan Kuntz, was a delightful romp that kept the audience laughing for the full duration of the show. Cultural clashes, intertwined love stories and misunderstandings...
The Let’s Dance Big Band Weekend is kicking off at 8 p.m. July 20 in NIU Duke Ellington Ballroom, to be followed by two additional days filled with live music and ballroom dance opportunities.Brought to the community by nonprofit group Just Make It...
