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IU Soul Revue member and junior Troy Thomas performs with the group Wednesday night at Bear's Place. The well-acclaimed ensemble plays a variety of funk, soul and R&B classics as well as contemporary urban black popular music and original compositions.

IU Soul Revue brings mix of soul, funk, Motown to Bear’s Place

By Morgan Waters · Thursday, Nov. 20,2008 11:40 p.m.

Wednesday night at Bear’s Place, the IU Soul Revue took the stage in front of a standing-room-only crowd, belting out the classics of soul, Motown and funk. The singers performed in groups of four or more, changing with every song.

‘Juno’ musician to perform with local sibling pair

By Stefania Marghitu · Thursday, Nov. 20,2008 11:38 p.m.

These days, it’s nearly impossible to talk about Kimya Dawson without mentioning “Juno.”

Music school professor to play with Indianapolis orchestra

By Katherine Hagan · Wednesday, Nov. 19,2008 11:53 p.m.

For the first time ever, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will grace the Musical Arts Center stage for a concert conducted by Maestro Mario Venzago on Sunday.

The American novel vs. Cuban

By Ryan Brown · Wednesday, Nov. 19,2008 11:26 p.m.

Partly because of my political leanings and partly because of my penchant for watching prominent figures fall from grace in the public sphere, I cannot stop myself from reading every update regarding IU alumnus Mark Cuban’s battle with insider trading charges.

‘I Am You’ takes the stage at BPP

By Tyler James Perry and Caitlin Johnston · Wednesday, Nov. 19,2008 11:25 p.m.

Even though Stone Belt client Shirley Freeman cannot speak, she doesn’t feel held back. “Often people treat me as though I have a mental disability because I am non-verbal, and they automatically believe I have a low IQ,” said Freeman, one of the playwrights of the play “I Am You,” using gestures and expressions interpreted by IU senior Michelle Davenport. “This does not limit me, and I believe this is a disability of our society. I have the intelligence to accomplish whatever tasks I set my mind to.”

Texas-size rock comes to Bluebird

By Tyler James Perry · Wednesday, Nov. 19,2008 11:23 p.m.

The enthusiastic crowd got what it came to see Tuesday night: Texas-size country-rock with James McMurtry and his three-piece band. He is touring in support of his new record “Just Us Kids.”

Giving thanks to the entertainment industry

By Claire Burke · Wednesday, Nov. 19,2008 11:20 p.m.

Roasting turkeys, mashing potatoes, passing out by 3 p.m. Yep, it’s Thanksgiving, my favorite holiday. Any day that I don’t have to do anything but roll out of bed by noon-ish, pack as much food into my stomach as possible and spend the rest of the day in a food coma is fine with me.

Brian McKay, as Lawrence Jameson, performs during "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" Tuesday evening at the IU Auditorium. The musical is based on the film starring Steve Martin.

Latest Auditorium musical is no ‘My Fair Lady’

By Vanessa Torline · Wednesday, Nov. 19,2008 11:18 p.m.

While quoting Professor Higgins’ famous line to Eliza Doolittle, “He’s so delightfully low, so horribly dirty,” Lawrence Jameson sums up “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.” And it’s no My Fair Lady.

Saucy soundtracks: the heart of chick flicks

By Emily Campion · Tuesday, Nov. 18,2008 10:56 p.m.

Chick flicks. Deep down, everyone loves them. Whether we are willing to confess our true feelings or whether we watch such movies in solitude, these films have found a special place in our hearts.

Classic Shakespeare made trendy

By Vanessa Torline · Tuesday, Nov. 18,2008 10:55 p.m.

Those who wish to freshen up Shakespeare’s most renowned tragedy for Bloomington audiences are faced with quite a challenge. IU’s solution? Style and sexiness.

From the mind to the runway

By Gabrijel Gelic · Monday, Nov. 17,2008 11:24 p.m.

This past Friday, the Wall Street Journal’s Home Front featured the Tuscan villa of designer Frida Giannini, the creative mind behind Gucci’s revamped image.

Bishop Allen to perform at Cinemat tonight

By Katie McKenna · Monday, Nov. 17,2008 11:22 p.m.

Fans of recently released “Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist” might recognize the Brooklyn-based, indie pop outfit Bishop Allen when it performs at The Cinemat tonight. Bishop Allen recently signed to Bloomington-based record label Dead Oceans. The band will play alongside Electric Owls and An Horse.

John Prine pleases crowd at IU Auditorium

By Tyler James Perry · Monday, Nov. 17,2008 11:21 p.m.

When the lights dimmed at the IU Auditorium, a near-packed crowd of mostly older audience members enjoyed the sounds of Grammy Award-winning folk rocker John Prine.

James McMurtry to perform at Bluebird

By Tyler James Perry · Monday, Nov. 17,2008 11:20 p.m.

Anyone who hasn’t experienced the talent of James McMurtry’s style of Texas rock will have a chance Tuesday night at The Bluebird.

‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ con Auditorium

By Erica Rogers · Monday, Nov. 17,2008 11:19 p.m.

Beware of the dirty and the rotten tonight and Wednesday as audiences laugh and roar at the comedy musical Dirty Rotten Scoundrels at the IU Auditorium.

Jack Feivou, general manager of entertainment operations for Disney's Hollywood Studios, visits the Ruth N. Halls theater as part of his stay in Bloomington. Feivou also spoke with interested students and visited his friend David Grindle, the stage management professor for the Theatre and Drama Department.

Creating Disney story-telling magic

Monday, Nov. 17,2008 11:18 p.m.

The Indiana Daily Student sat down with Jack Feivou, general manager for entertainment operations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, who came to speak with students last week. Feivou has also served as the chief operating officer and artistic director for the Boston Ballet Company. In his current role, Feivou oversees all entertainment operations at the studios, from the guy dressed as Mickey to the stage and stunt shows.

Homesick for the holidays

By Bonnie White · Monday, Nov. 17,2008 11:15 p.m.

It’s finally happened. I’m totally and completely homesick. I thought I could ward off whatever feelings that might lead to it, but this time there’s no denying it.

Student-produced ‘Cabaret’ performs at Buskirk theater

By Lara Streyle · Sunday, Nov. 16,2008 8:32 p.m.

Sally Bowles, an English woman scantily clad in black lingerie and knee socks a mile high, performs a soulful number.“Mama thinks I’m living in a convent in the southern part of France,” she belts.Welcome to the cabaret.

German orchestra to perform at IU Auditorium

By Erica Rogers · Sunday, Nov. 16,2008 8:31 p.m.

Stringed instruments and classical chords will dawn the IU Auditorium’s stage tonight when the Dresden Staatskapelle will perform to an expected full crowd.Although about half of the house is full, tickets are still available for the 8 p.m. performance, said Doug Booher, director of the IU Auditorium.

Dance-punk duo, Matt and Kim, hits Fester’s stage

By Kelsey McArdle · Sunday, Nov. 16,2008 8:30 p.m.

With just a drum set, a keyboard and energy abounding, alternative dance-punk duo Matt and Kim arrive in Bloomington once again to deliver a signature set at 9 p.m. today on the Uncle Fester’s stage.

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