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Local artist helps shape IU campus

By Lara Streyle · Thursday, Feb. 14,2008 12:28 a.m.

When she isn’t working on her own limestone sculpture pieces, local artist Amy Brier is spending her time doing commissioned work around Bloomington.

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‘Symphony for Three’ to premiere today

By Savannah Worley · Thursday, Feb. 14,2008 12:26 a.m.

Instead of showing a typical version of “Romeo and Juliet,” where two young people fall deeply in love, the Bloomington Playwrights Project will present a story unafraid to examine imperfect love.

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From Bloomington to Broadway and back

By Tom Edwards · Thursday, Feb. 14,2008 12 a.m.

Theatrical set and costume design master Robert O’Hearn retired from the IU faculty following the completion of William Bolcom’s opera “A Wedding” earlier this month.

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Sexy Tunes, Sexy Time

By Teri Rosenbaum · Wednesday, Feb. 13,2008 12:11 a.m.

Raise your hand if this has ever happened to you: You’re on your first date with the guy or girl of your dreams.

Pictured here is “A caelo usque ad centrum,” by digital artist and IU professor Margaret Dolinsky, who combines digital art and ancient artifacts in her artwork. Dolinsky was recently named the 2008 Outstanding Educator in Science, Engineering and Technology. The award is given to the educator who uses technology creatively and involves students.

IU professor turns ancient artifacts into enchanting art

By Mark Wilson · Wednesday, Feb. 13,2008 12:07 a.m.

Digital artist Margaret Dolinsky’s says her favorite part of her job is “exploring the creative uses of digital technology with students.” Dolinsky a professor in the school of Fine Arts, was recently named the 2008 Outstanding Educator in Science, Engineering and Technology by the organization women and Hi Tech.

Brandon Foltz

Violin virtuoso

By Amy Burke · Tuesday, Feb. 12,2008 1:02 a.m.

IU alumnus Joshua Bell and acclaimed pianist Jeremy Denk performed together Sunday at the Musical Arts Center in a free, completely full show. For those who were unable to get tickets, the Jacobs School of Music streamed a live feed of the performance on its Web site. A native of Bloomington, Bell will join the IU Jacobs School of Music as a senior lecturer in the String Department.

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Violinist receives graduate award

By Katherine Hagan · Tuesday, Feb. 12,2008 12:12 a.m.

Senior Jenna Sherry, a violin performance major in the Jacobs School of Music, was named by the British government as one of 37 young scholars to win the 2008 Marshall Scholarship last November.

Robbie Olson

John Waldron Arts Center brings Spanish theater to the stage

By Lara Streyle · Monday, Feb. 11,2008 1:06 a.m.

This past weekend, magic, love and mystery came alive in Bloomington during the performance of “Magia, misterio, amor y desamor” at the John Waldron Arts Center. Presented by Grupo de Teatro Vida, a Spanish language performance group, the show consisted of three short plays.

Daniel Herman

Buskirk theater packed for local artist

By Nick Mills and Nicholas Mills · Monday, Feb. 11,2008 1:05 a.m.

The Buskirk-Chumley Theater was filled to its capacity Saturday for Carrie Newcomer’s album release concert. Newcomer, a singer/songwriter who lives in Bloomington, started her night by telling the audience “it’s good to be home.”

Hollywood Labor

Writers support deal to end 3-month strike

By Lynn Elber · Monday, Feb. 11,2008 12:25 a.m.

LOS ANGELES – Hollywood writers on Saturday gave resounding support to a tentative agreement with studios that could end a strike that has crippled the entertainment industry. However, it appeared the approval process might briefly delay their return to work.

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Around the arts

Thursday, Feb. 7,2008 10:19 p.m.

Metamorphoses WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday WHERE: Wells-Metz Theatre, Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center MORE INFORMATION: Visit http://www.theatreindiana.edu/

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La Dernier Cri: A certain ‘je ne sais quoi’

Thursday, Feb. 7,2008 10:18 p.m.

A fashion icon is a person who inspires others to try new and different things. It’s a person who spurs trends, yet always stays true to his or her personal style. It’s a person who works for years cultivating a style that has an effortless grace and elegance and is the perfect marriage of trendy and timeless. It takes a lot of work.

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Around the arts

Thursday, Feb. 7,2008 12:48 a.m.

‘Objects of War’: Lamia Joreige screening What: “Objects of War” is a series of testimonials on the Lebanese war by artist Lamia Joreige. When: 4 p.m. today Where: School of Fine Arts 123 more info: Admission is free.

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Medical examiner finds Heath Ledger died of overdose

Thursday, Feb. 7,2008 12:48 a.m.

NEW YORK – Heath Ledger died of an accidental overdose of painkillers, sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medication and other prescription drugs, the New York City medical examiner said Wednesday.

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Meditation guru who taught Beatles dies

Thursday, Feb. 7,2008 12:47 a.m.

THE HAGUE, Netherlands – Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, a guru to the Beatles who introduced the West to transcendental meditation, died Tuesday at his home in the Dutch town of Vlodrop, a spokesman said. He was thought to be 91 years old.

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Local author to hold book signing

Thursday, Feb. 7,2008 12:45 a.m.

Local author Robert W. Thrasher will be at Barnes and Noble Bookstore, 2813 E. Third St., to sign copies of his book “Popcorn Road to Paris ... And Back.”

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