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A prop throne sits in the middle of a stage. NIU's School of Theatre and Dance's current play, "Mary Stuart," featured no physical set besides the throne, instead relying on lighting to create the set. (Tyler Gordon | Northern Star)

‘Mary Stuart’ braves the stage

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | October 6, 2024

Political obligations, human nature and the emotional pain of not knowing what choices to make highlight “Mary Stuart,” a tale that depicts the best and worst of people in a two and a half hour runtime. Friday night, NIU saw the opening of its...

Jonathan Shelby, assistant lifestyle editor, stands in the grass. This weekend, check out the "Mary Stuart" play and the Kishwaukee Concert Band performance. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Weekend Rundown: Concerts, dramas and jazz this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 4, 2024

This Weekend Rundown Writeup includes events such as the “Mary Stuart” play from the NIU School of Theatre and Dance, a performance by the Kishwaukee Concert Band, a Saxophone Day event, OL&RO Trunk Show and an evening of tacos and jazz with Cole...

A poster for “Mary Stuart” hangs in the Stevens Building. The NIU School of Theatre and Dance production will begin shows at 7:30 p.m. Friday. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

‘Mary Stuart’ takes stage Friday

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | October 2, 2024

“Mary Stuart” is an intense and dramatic play presenting the antagonism between Mary Queen of Scots and Queen Elizabeth I of England. Although it features some historic occurrences and relations, the story is a dramatized account of the struggle of...