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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

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Director and producer of ‘Hunger Ward’ use art for justice

Scout Adams, Arts Reporter September 15, 2021

The director and producer of the Oscar-nominated film Hunger Ward, Skye Fitzgerald and University of Iowa graduate Michael Sheuerman, visited Iowa City on Tuesday to conduct lectures and spread the...

A flag hangs at the entrance to The Flag Project exhibit at the Artifactory in Iowa City on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021.

A snapshot of history: ArtiFactory unveils 9/11 memorial gallery

Olivia Augustine, Arts Reporter September 14, 2021

When the twin towers fell — 20 years ago last Saturday — the U.S. was undeniably changed forever. This was felt all over the country, demonstrated by the millions of American flags flown. For...

University of Iowa junior Kayd Nissen records footage at a Clear Creek Amana high school football practice on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.

Student Spotlight: TikTok famous football filmmaker

Parker Jones, Arts Reporter September 14, 2021

With over 390,000 followers on TikTok, student videographer Kayd Nissen has already found success doing what he loves — sports filmmaking.  A University of Iowa junior double majoring in journalism...

Acquisitions editor at University of Iowa Press and Ph.D. candidate for the University of Iowa English department Meredith Stabel poses for a portrait at the Kuhl House on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021.

Ask the Author: Meredith Stabel

Maddie Johnston, Arts Editor September 13, 2021

UI English doctoral candidate and UI Press Editor Meredith Stabel published her first book, Radicals: Audacious Writings by American Women, alongside her co-editor Zachary Turpin, on June 15, 2021. The...

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‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ steals the hearts of Marvel fans.

Olivia Augustine, Arts Reporter September 13, 2021

For fans of Marvel Studios, 2021 has been a busy year filled with new releases, and its very newest addition, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, is no disappointment. Directed by Destin Daniel...

Willow Creek Theater Co. presented Melancholy Play by Sarah Ruhl and directed by Regen Kuker. This play was preformed on Thursday the 9th through Sunday the 12th. The play follows a young woman Tilly who seems to attract everyone she meets until her melancholy goes away and her connections change.

Willow Creek Theatre Company holds ‘Melancholy Play’

Anaka Sanders, Arts Reporter September 12, 2021

It was a quiet Thursday night at the theatre. The dim lighting and pre-show soundtrack of Taylor Swift gave a whimsical feel to what was yet to come. Right before the beginning of the show a cellist,...

A shot of Elrays Live and Dive neon sign taken from the roof of said establishment in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020.

Sneezy performed their new album at Elray’s Live and Dive

Anaka Sanders, Arts Reporter September 12, 2021

Members of Sneezy said their new album Open Doors is a rebirth for the band. Since the pandemic, the Chicago-based funk group has focused its energy into strengthening songwriting and creativity. Sneezy...

Step Afrika! dance troupe to perform at Hancher

Step Afrika! dance troupe to perform at Hancher

Delaney Orewiler, Arts Reporter September 9, 2021

In 1739, 20 enslaved Africans in the American colony of South Carolina used their drums to initiate a revolt against their slaveholders. This drive for freedom, known as the Stono Rebellion, caused widespread...

Englert’s weekly ‘Stages’ performance to feature Iowa City singer-songwriter Sean Tyler

Englert’s weekly ‘Stages’ performance to feature Iowa City singer-songwriter Sean Tyler

Delaney Orewiler, Arts Reporter September 8, 2021

For many musicians born and raised in Iowa City, playing at the Englert Theatre, whether live or virtually, is a dream come true. For Iowa City singer-songwriter Sean Tyler, this is accurate. On Wednesday,...

Englert Theatre to host fashion exhibit

Englert Theatre to host fashion exhibit

Anaka Sanders, Arts Reporter September 8, 2021

Olive Phan, or better known as YAZZIEWONPHON in the art world, comes from a printmaking background. Two years ago, she learned that soft fabrics can be manipulated to change their composition with...

Contributed photo of Andre Perry.

Andre Perry looks ahead to a promising future with DEI

Parker Jones, Arts Reporter September 7, 2021

From 11 years with the Englert Theatre to a future with the University of Iowa’s Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Andre Perry is keeping close to the Iowa City community. On Aug....

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Student Spotlight: From sergeant to screenwriter

Parker Jones, Arts Reporter September 7, 2021

Undergraduate student Bruce Bartlam Jr. joined the U.S. Air Force only three months before Sept. 11, 2001. Twenty years later, the 38-year-old has retired from service and decided to attend the University...

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