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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Customers order Valentines Day themed desserts at Deluxe Cakes and Pastries in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. Deluxe, along with other Iowa City restaurants, implemented an exclusive Valentines Day menu in early February.

Iowa City restaurants show the ‘love’ of the season through a special Valentine’s menu

Madison Christenson, Arts Reporter February 13, 2024

The mirrors on the walls of DeLuxe Cakes and Pastries are now adorned with pink satin bows, its ceiling decorated with hanging hearts as the smell of desserts wafts through the air — it’s undeniably...

Singer John Waite preforms on stage at the Englert Theatre in Iowa City on the evening Friday, Feb. 9.

‘80s legend John Waite brings his pop-rock sound to Englert Theatre

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter February 10, 2024

Before the doors to the house had even opened, pop-rock fans were crowded in the Englert Theatre’s lobby on Friday, ready to see the popular 1970s and ‘80s British rock singer John Waite.  In...

Shawn Lurkens speaks during a art gallery opening for formally incarcerated artists hosted by Inside Out Reentry at Public Space One in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024. My artwork is not free until I am, said Lurkens.

Photos: Formally incarcerated artists gallery

Cody Blissett, Photojournalist February 7, 2024

Inside Out Reentry hosted an art gallery for formally incarcerated artists at Public Space One in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 2. Dozens of people showed up to look at art and listen to artists speak....

An attendee speaks with artist Jesse Miller during a art gallery opening for formally incarcerated artists hosted by Inside Out Reentry at Public Space One in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024.

Formerly incarcerated artists showcase art in Iowa City exhibit

Avi Lapchick, Arts Editor February 7, 2024

The text on the plaque card underneath Chris Martin’s artwork read “Created while incarcerated.” His pieces, handcrafted using only popsicle sticks, glue, and paint, were inspired by mementos...

The cast of Dance Nation dances the opening number during a dress rehearsal for “Dance Nation” at David Thayer Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024.

‘Dance Nation’ brings realities of girlhood to the stage

Riley Dunn, Arts Reporter February 5, 2024

Preteen girlhood is a maze of trials and tribulations. This reality is especially prominent in “Dance Nation,” a play that introduces audiences to a competitive dance troupe of thirteen-year-old...

Roxane Gay speaks as a keynote speaker during at the 2024 Emma Goldman Choice Event at the Englert Theatre in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024. Gay is a feminist writer, professor, and editor.

Feminist author Roxane Gay joins Emma Goldman fundraising event

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor February 3, 2024

Prolific feminist author and professor Roxane Gay, best known for “Bad Feminist,” a New York Times best-selling collection of essays, discussed how feminism and reproductive justice intersect with...

Attendees watch a film at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024. Indian Creek Nature Center hosted the Winter Wildland Alliance Backcountry Film Festival.

Big Grove hosts Backcountry Film Festival

Isabella Nekvinda, Arts Reporter January 28, 2024

Silence washed over the crowd at Big Grove Brewery's screening room as film festival patrons digested filmmaker Josh Goldsmith's newest short documentary. His film "What If?" explores courage and doubt...

Students rehearse for the 27th Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival presented by The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts in the Theatre Building on Jan. 22, 2024. The cast is starring in a play titled “The Worst Supervillain in the World” written by student Darrin Terpstra. (Madison Frette/The Daily Iowan)

UI Theater Department presents student-run Ten Minute Plays

Riley Dunn, Arts Reporter January 23, 2024

 The University of Iowa’s Theater Department’s annual Ten-Minute Play Festival is a unique, student-run production that incorporates the talents of UI students interested in play production. Showcased...

FilmScene at the Chauncey is seen in Iowa City on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023.

FilmScene favorite, the Picture Show, returns to theaters

Grant Darnell, Arts Reporter January 23, 2024

The Picture Show, FilmScene’s longest-running specialty screening series, made its grand return this past weekend. Created to provide a place for film enthusiasts of all ages, the nonprofit theater...

February 18, 2018; Stuart, FL, USA; Paula Poundstone performs at Lyric Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Ron Elkman/USA TODAY NETWORK

Paula Poundstone on comedy, feminism, small talk, and ‘Better Call Saul’

Natalie Dunlap and Avi Lapchick January 18, 2024

Paula Poundstone, a prolific comedian, panelist on NPR’s show Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me, and host of Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone, is performing at The Englert Theatre on Saturday. Ahead of...

Iowa Drum Major Christian Frankl direct the Hawkeye Marching Band durning the Hawkeye Huttle before a football game between No.18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023.

Student Spotlight | Hawkeye Marching Band drum major reflects on last year in the position

Grant Darnell, Arts Reporter December 18, 2023

  Fifth-year University of Iowa student Christian Frankl has had a passion for music and marching band since he was young. When he started his freshman year as an alto saxophone player for...

An attendee looks at the silent auction during the Holiday Thieves Market on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel & Conference Center Expo Hall In Coralville.

Photos: 2023 Holiday Thieves Market

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist December 9, 2023

Iowa City Summer of the Arts hosted the first day of the annual Holiday Thieves Market at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Conference Center Expo Hall in Coralville, Iowa on Saturday. The market included...

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