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Former professor pens futuristic novel

By Josh Naquin
Entertainment Writer
April 18, 2012

Moira Crone has seen more than 100 years into the future of New Orleans - kind of. Crone's newest novel, "The Not Yet," explores a futuristic society set in the New Orleans islands circa 2121. It follows...

Remembering Dick Clark

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April 18, 2012

Media mogul Dick Clark died Wednesday of a heart attack. He was 82. As the nation pays tribute to its favorite New Year's Eve host, here are some highlights throughout Clark's life. Fun Facts: •...

Cast members of New Venture Theater’s production of “Steel Magnolias” rehearse March 26th at the Independence Park Theater.

‘Magnolias’ gets a cultural twist

By David Jones
Entertainment Writer
April 18, 2012

New Venture Theatre's latest production revives an American classic by adding a new spin on the ladies who are delicate as magnolias and tough as steel. "Steel Magnolias," a play set in a small Louisiana...

Pain produces pleasure in love story in LSU Theatre’s production of “Gruesome Playground Injuries”

By Taylor Balkom
Entertainment Writer
April 16, 2012

Editor's note: This review is of the play's final dress rehearsal. If Romeo and Juliet were an example of star-crossed lovers, then the characters of "Gruesome Playground Injuries" are pain-crossed. The...

Male students embrace short shorts in different colors, styles

By Raylea Barrow
Entertainment Writer
April 16, 2012

Less is more. Short shorts are shrinking and fashionable men are invading campus as part of a new spring season trend. These shorts are available in styles and colors from coral pink to neon green. They...

Ramona Gonzalez of Nite Jewel will perform Wednesday at One Eyed Jacks in New Orleans. Gonzalez said the South has provided some of her best musical experiences.

Nite Jewel returns to the South for New Orleans performance

By Austen Krantz
Entertainment Writer
April 16, 2012

Touring through different cultural areas makes up a large part of Ramona Gonzalez's musical career. The singer, songwriter and creative mind behind the electric-pop project Nite Jewel will perform with...

Most Facebook users less inclined to give

By Raylea Barrow
Entertainment Writer
April 16, 2012

Facebook users have become lazy, according to a recent Pew Research study. Researchers discovered that on average Facebook users are less inclined to give to friends than receive in terms of friend requests,...

5 music players vary in features, cater to different users

By Taylor Balkom
Entertainment Writer
April 16, 2012

Music fans have more options than ever to explore their favorite tunes online. Most students are familiar with programs that play music saved to a computer, like iTunes, but other Internet-based services...

Dubstep invades popular culture

By Josh Naquin
Entertainment Writer
April 16, 2012

Southern Comfort, Internet Explorer and Willy Wonka's Nerds candy have at least one thing in common: an appreciation for dubstep. Each of the companies released commercials that use the bass-heavy beats...

 

Jimmy Buffett to replace Eddie Vedder in Jazz Fest lineup

By Stacey Plaisance
The Associated Press
April 11, 2012

NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Jimmy Buffett will replace Pearl Jam singer and guitarist Eddie Vedder in the May 3 lineup at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Vedder canceled when he postponed his 15-city...

RevRanks: Nicki Minaj, “Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded”

By David Jones
Entertainment Writer
April 4, 2012

"Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded," Nicki Minaj's sophomore effort, showcases a new side of the dynamic rap superstar. The album starts with a bang as Minaj unleashes her alter-ego, Roman Zolanski, in the tune...

Crunch Time: Four exercises to prepare your spring break body

By Haylie Navarre
Entertainment Writer
April 4, 2012

With spring break just around the corner, students have been visiting the Student Recreation Complex to get their bodies beach ready. Scott Belanger, assistant director of marketing and promotions for...