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Wisconsin band to perform at House

By Haley Galvin | May 7, 2018

DeKALB — The Red Flags, a rock ’n’ roll band from Wisconsin, is coming to DeKalb, bringing original songs and showcasing their passion for music.The Red Flags will be performing 6:30 p.m. Thursday at The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway.The Red...

Iconic comedic duo loses their touch

By Haley Galvin | May 3, 2018

“The Week Of,” a Netflix original starring Adam Sandler, is a disappointing film with weak jokes and a boring plot line, making the film hard to watch for the duration of its two-hour run time.Sandler was once a great actor, appearing in successful...

Acoustic pop band Fairview was originally formed in Addison by long time friends and schoolmates Lizzy Zyburt and Matthew Richardson, who were later joined by Becca Stott and Sean Rieke.

Chicago band coming to House

By Ginger Simons | April 30, 2018

Acoustic pop band Fairview was originally formed in Addison by long time friends and schoolmates Lizzy Zyburt and Matthew Richardson, who were later joined by Becca Stott and Sean Rieke.

‘Avengers’ film hits expectations

By Haley Galvin | April 30, 2018

“Avengers: Infinity War” stuns and amazes audiences with an intense action-filled plot presenting a cultivating climax to the Avengers franchise.The most recent installment and third film of the Avengers series brings together every aspect of the...

Motown hits the Egyptian

By Ginger Simons | April 26, 2018

“Masters of Soul,” the Egyptian Theatre’s upcoming Motown tribute, is bringing oldie favorites to DeKalb.At 7:30 p.m. Saturday, the band is coming to the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., in a 90-minute show paying tribute to classic Motown....

Schumer’s film lacks interesting plot

By Haley Galvin | April 26, 2018

“I Feel Pretty” starring Amy Schumer is witty and playful but ultimately disappointing with a weak plot and unclear message.Renee, played by Schumer, is a woman with a dull job and below average confidence. She finds her life lacking any romantic...

Jalen Smith, who performs under the name Visionary J, self-released his debut album, “Apple Juice Is Better Than Orange Juice,” to streaming services, such as Tidal and Apple Music March 30.

Student releases debut album

By Cris Rojo | April 26, 2018

Jalen Smith, who performs under the name Visionary J, self-released his debut album, “Apple Juice Is Better Than Orange Juice,” to streaming services, such as Tidal and Apple Music March 30.

Feature film highlights NIU talent

By Haley Galvin | April 23, 2018

DeKALB — An unhappy marriage, a failing resort and the disappearance of two boys provide a dramatic emotional arc in the short film “The Big Burn” as well as bringing together two NIU trained actors to showcase their talents together.Alumnus Neil...

French film stirs up feminist ideas

By Ginger Simons | April 23, 2018

Netflix’s new original French film “I Am Not an Easy Man (Je Ne Suis Pas un Homme Facile)” gives a humorous glimpse into what the world would look like if gender roles were completely reversed and sheds light on the everyday struggles of women in...

Johnson fails to save ‘Rampage’

By Victoria Kosuth | April 19, 2018

“Rampage,” directed by Brad Peyton, is a lackluster, action-packed film with an unoriginal plot and strange characters, leaving viewers feeling as though they sat at a restaurant never to be served.The film is based on a video game with the same name...

Students dance through Spain

By Amy Geldean | April 19, 2018

DeKALB — Dance students across campus invite audience members to their spring showcase where they hope to take viewers deep into Spain to experience Spanish culture and dance traditions, all achieved through their art.The Spring 2018 Dance Concert will...