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In "Child of Light" gamers become Aurora adventuring through Lemuria, a place where monsters and fairy tales are real

Gamers enter the watercolored world of Lemuria in ‘Child of Light’

By Josh Alfrey | April 29, 2014

Ubisoft Montreal’s roleplaying game “Child of Light” beautifully draws players into the art of the game to tell the heartbreaking story of a lost young girl.“Child of Light” is a classic Japanese-like roleplaying game starring an Austrian aristocrat,...

Pixies’ album holds true to roots

By Carl Nadig | April 28, 2014

The departure of a band member isn’t keeping alternative rock group Pixies from releasing their decent “Indie Cindy” album.The lyrics of the album’s title track, “Indie Cindy,” revolve around the band’s reunion.“What Goes Boom” is a...

Simple granola gives ginger a second chance

By Scott Greenberg | April 28, 2014

I’m not really one for ... “natural” medicine.Sure, I can appreciate a good bowl of chicken soup or a hot cup of Earl Grey when I’m busy blowing my own personal toxic waste dump out of my nose, but that’s about my limit. As soon as you start...

2 Chainz show fails to impress

By Carl Nadig | April 28, 2014

If you caught 2 Chainz at the Convocation Center Sunday night, why weren’t you at home studying for finals?The concert began at 7:30 p.m. with the opening acts of students Jason Warrior and Keith Winford. The performers won the spots to open the show...

Artist sews up loose ends in obsessive ‘Hoarding’ exhibit

By Carl Nadig | April 27, 2014

“Sewing Up Loose Ends” by guest artist Jaclyn Mednicov adds to the chaos of “Hoarding, Amassing, and Excess” at the NIU Art Museum.The extension of the art gallery was a subtle transition made over the weekend. The exhibit’s purpose is to portray...

‘All That’ Tribute Show brings ’90s back to NIU for the night

By Nate Linhart | April 27, 2014

Friday night was filled with dancing, clothing and music from the ’90s for the “All That” Tribute Show.The event, hosted by the Campus Activities Board and Ex’pression, was designed to entertain people by bringing back trends from the decade.“We...

Children’s choir joins NIU singers on stage

By Sabreena Saleem | April 23, 2014

The Concert Choir and University Chorus are teaming up with a children’s choir for a concert Sunday.The concert will feature a special guest performance and is at 3 p.m. in the Music Building’s Boutell Memorial Concert Hall. The show will be streamed...

Dancers rehearse Monday for the Spring Dance Concert at Huntley Middle School, 1515 S. Fourth St. The performance premieres at 7:30 p.m. today at Huntley Middle School.

Spring Dance concert mixes all types of genres for show

By Claire Buchanan | April 23, 2014

DeKalb | Attendees should prepare for a night of rhythm, color and sound at the School of Theater and Dance’s Spring Dance Concert.The dancers premiere their show at 7:30 today at Huntley Middle School auditorium, 1515 S. Fourth St. The shows are usually...

Women take charge on screen

By Pat Quinn | April 22, 2014

The anticipated second season of “Orange is the New Black” and books such as “Divergent” and “The Hunger Games” show women are continuing to grow into more dominant roles in the entertainment industry.“Orange is the New Black” sends a...

Trophy Wife

Trophy Wife

By YouTube | April 22, 2014

“Trophy Wife” stars Malin Akerman as Kate, is trying to get along wth her husband’s two ex-wives while dealing with this mixed family. Other shows like “The 100” on CW and “About a Boy” on NBC draw viewers in with comedy and drama, and they...

New TV shows like ‘Trophy Wife’ need more episodes

New TV shows like ‘Trophy Wife’ need more episodes

By Lauren Iverson | April 22, 2014

There are at least three shows in their freshman year that deserve a second season.“Trophy Wife” on ABC, “The 100” on CW and “About A Boy” on NBC are shows that deserve to go on and develop a broader fan base.“Trophy Wife” stars “The...

Writer Lauren Iverson does not think a sequel to the movie "Mrs. Doubtfire" is a good idea.

Just Sayin’: Sandwiches, ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ sequel and jeans

April 21, 2014

Claire Buchanan: SandwichesI know you ponder sandwich variety as much as I do. Well, you probably don’t, but I do, so here are some tasty suggestions.There are more options than PB&J, like PBN&J, or peanut butter, Nutella and blueberries. But...