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09-24-2008
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Updated October 6, 2008 4:55 AM

A cappella group to perform arrangement of gospel songs

Tonight, Grace Notes, an a cappella group, will sing songs with a "mission" at its second performance of the semester.


Updated October 3, 2008 4:53 AM

Thrash metal band to rock Lulu's Nightspot

State College metalheads will get a chance to see a legendary metal band when Testament comes to town this weekend.

Theatre to host tribute concert for professor

To commemorate a former Penn State professor, Bob Zimmerman -- who died in 2007 -- the State Theatre will host a tribute concert Sunday.

Lloyd Short (left) and Mike Waldhier rehearse a scene from A Walk In The Woods. The play is about two men who form a friendship despite being on enemy sides during the Cold War.

Play focuses on political tensions

Amidst all the political frenzy in the air, Next Stage Theatre Company will present a Cold War-themed play, A Walk in the Woods.

Centre and Inner Dimensions jazz bands to perform at Esber

Tonight in Music Buildings I's Esber Recital Hall, School of Music big bands Centre and Inner Dimensions will perform as part of the school's annual "Dimensions in Jazz" concert.


Updated October 2, 2008 4:55 AM

Concert to provide election entertainment

Four days shy of the voter registration deadline, students will have a chance to register, brush up on the presidential candidates and rock out to an eclectic lineup of musicians.

Adam Bouc (sophomore-film/video and English), left, and Ryan Bergman (junior-film) act out a scene from Three Cuckolds. The play will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday in the Forum.

Masked comedy takes center stage in theater

Misled seduction, adultery and general hilarity are all a part of this week's No Refund Theatre show.

Recital to kick off tuba festival

Kate Wohlman may talk with an English accent, but when she plays her tuba she blends in with everyone else.

First Thursday plans Arts Fest-like events

Today on campus and downtown, students and community members can take part in what Katie O'Toole hopes will be a "mini Arts Festival."

Chicago entertains with reminder of better days

Ahh, the good old days -- when you could murder your lover and get off scot-free.

Broadway's U.S. tour performs the Emmy Award-winning musical Chicago for one night only Wednesday at the Eisenhower Auditorium in front of a packed house. For a review of the musical | www.psucollegian.com.
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Razzle dazzle

Broadway's U.S. tour performs the Emmy Award-winning musical Chicago for one night only Wednesday at the Eisenhower Auditorium in front of a packed house. For a review of the musical | www.psucollegian.com.


Updated October 1, 2008 4:53 AM

Arts in Brief

Philadelphia to host film festivals


Updated September 30, 2008 4:53 AM
A non-profit integrative art center will present pieces in a show on campus.

Center to showcase various mediums in exhibit

When Michele Rivera graduated from Penn State in 1999, she found herself struggling to find a place to work that fit her artistic viewpoints.

Independent Boston band to rock downtown brewery

Many bands tout their blue-collar work ethic and devotion to independence but don't quite live up to their righteous ideals, jumping ship at the first sight of financial security. Tonight's Cherry Darling show, however, will feature the real deal.

An exhibition focuses on the river in paintings.

Susquehanna River flows onto walls of Palmer Museum

The longest river on the East Coast has steered off its course to reach a new locale: the Palmer Museum of Art.


Updated September 29, 2008 4:59 AM
The Ataris, including lead singer Kristopher Roe, left, play at SoZo Sunday.

Ataris pop-punk set pleases fans

The Ataris played an energetic show to a subdued, respectful crowd Sunday night at SoZo.

Insignificant items focus of student showcase

Carrie Yekel never thought her art could be inspired by a nightlight.

Gallery to exhibit historical, contemporary collages

While New York Cool is on exhibit at the Palmer Museum of Art, another collection hailing from the Big Apple will be on display in the Zoller Gallery, starting today.


Updated September 26, 2008 4:51 AM

Award-winning country singer to perform

Kicking off her first tour in three years, legendary folk singer Patty Loveless will perform today at 8 p.m. at the State Theatre.

Trombone musician to bring New Orleans sound to PSU

A trombone player who has played with the likes of Lenny Kravitz, U2 and Greenday will bring a new style of jazz to the State Theatre Sunday.

'Choke' makes jump to big screen

Since the film adaptation of Chuck Palahniuk's novel, Fight Club, was released in 1999, the novel-turned film has become a pop culture sensation.

Grey's Anatomy charms with drama

The season premiere of ABC's Grey's Anatomy on Thursday night was definitely one not to have been missed.

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Updated September 25, 2008 4:53 AM

Phi Sigma Kappa to host Ying Yang Twins

Students will have the chance to 'Get Low' tonight with hip-hop group the Ying Yang Twins.

Members of NRT practice for Rabbit Hole, the first drama of the semester.

NRT to perform drama about loss

No Refund Theatre will present its first straight drama of the semester tonight, departing from the group's regular play format.

Acclaimed poet shares life stories

Critically acclaimed poet Li-Young Lee lived through a portion of his youth void of a father and spent years fleeing across Asia with his family as a political fugitive.

The Robeson Gallery will showcase pieces including multimedia and furniture.

Abstract exhibit features older artists

Rising alt-country band to perform concert at Zeno's

Two Pennsylvania bands with similar musical ideals and a shared interest in the mandolin will share a bill tonight downtown.


Updated September 24, 2008 4:53 AM

Rising star to perform downtown

Less than a week away from being 21 years old, Justin Nozuka may not be able to get into a bar -- but he is embarking on his first U.S. tour as a young musician.

Exhibit highlights lives of Rwandan orphans

People who view the latest Art on the Move exhibitions will likely come away with a dose of reality and cultural awareness.

Marino to finish tour

Tonight is the last chance to catch Band Marino performing a live show for a while.


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