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The Daily Iowan

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

Beer of the Week: Peach Porch Lounger

DAN VERHILLE March 7, 2013

Name: Peach Porch Lounger Product of: New Belgium Brewing, Fort Collins, Colo. Serving Style: 1 Pint 6 fluid bottle New Belgium Brewing asks you to take a leap of faith with its Peach Porch Lounger...

India Jazz Suites set to take Hancher stage

JUSTUS FLAIR March 7, 2013

“The fastest feet in rhythm,” the ads say. That’s a pretty high expectation to live up to, but tap-dancer Jason Samuels Smith has been doing just that for several years. Smith, along...

UI’s A Dream Play attempts to explain human suffering

EMMA MCCLATCHEY March 7, 2013

In dreams, even the most absurd or logic-defying feats can feel commonplace. This surreal sense is present in A Dream Play, the University of Iowa’s newest Mainstage Production, full of seemingly...

Q&A: Celtic rock band, Gaelic Storm, to perform at Englert

EMILY BURDS March 7, 2013

Celtic-rock band Gaelic Storm will bring what the members call “the people’s music” to the Englert stage, 221 E. Washington St., at 7 p.m. March 10. Tickets are available at the box office...

East meets West at the 11th annual Nachte Raho Indian dance competition

EMMA MCCLATCHEY February 28, 2013

Smile, shake, and sing. For Indian dance teacher Trupti Patel, these “three Ss” are essential to make a splash at the 11th-annual University of Iowa Nachte Raho, thought to be the largest...

UI Theater Workshop seeks feedback on adaptation of La Ronde

JUSTUS FLAIR February 28, 2013

Sex is the unifying connecter among races, sixes, genders, classes, and ultimately all people. At least it is this weekend at Roundabout, a University of Iowa Theatre Workshop production premiering at...

UI graduate starts band to perform alternative movie soundtracks

AUDREY DWYER February 28, 2013

A University of Iowa graduate will return to Iowa City this weekend with his band, the Color Pharmacy, this weekend. Daily Iowan reporter Audrey Dwyer had the opportunity to chat with Jake Dilley, lead...

Iowa Artisans Gallery unveils renovations at the annual Gallery Walk

EMILY BURDS February 28, 2013

On Feb. 23, The Daily Iowan got a glimpse of the newly renovated Iowa Artisans Gallery, 207 E. Washington St. Reporter Emily Burds sat down with Iowa Artisans Gallery public-relations director Astrid Bennett...

Local studio provides printmaking workshops

SAMANTHA GENTRY February 28, 2013

Eight- to 12-year-old authors and artists surround a 100-year-old Italian intaglio press while patiently waiting to create personalized book covers. This is the scene at Zenzic Press, 120 N. Dubuque St.,...

Where to dine this weekend: Thai Spice

BEN VERHILLE February 28, 2013

The humble exterior of the building was nothing compared to the dedication and detail put into the inside of Thai Spice, 1210 S Gilbert St. Bamboo, Thai elephant statues, and ceremonial swords sit for...

Beer of the Week: Epic Hop Zombie, India Pale Ale

DAN VERHILLE February 28, 2013

Epic Hop Zombie, India Pale Ale Product of: Epic Brewing Company, Aotearoa, New Zealand Serving Style: 12 FL OZ. glass bottle I’ve had a hankering for highly hopped beer lately, and although I’m...

Campus Activities Board announces Aziz Ansari ‘Buried Alive’ Comedy show

AUDREY DWYER February 28, 2013

A collaboration of two organizations will bring a popular comedian to the University of Iowa. “Parks and Recreation” actor and comedian Aziz Ansari will visit the IMU as part of his new “Buried...

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