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LSU theatre grad student Katrina Despain rehearses “Electra,” a Greek tragedy by Sophocles, Monday in the Studio Theatre of the Music and Dramatic Arts Building.

Lab Theatre season starts today with Greek tragedy ‘Electra’

By Taylor Balkom
Entertainment Writer
September 4, 2011

Revenge is sweet. After the murder of her father by her mother and stepfather, a young girl takes justice into her own hands in "Electra," a Greek tragedy by Sophocles. The play will kick off the University's...

Culture Club: ‘Jersey Shore’ promos misleading

By Kevin Thibodeaux
Entertainment Writer
September 4, 2011

For weeks, "Jersey Shore" fans have been titillated by MTV's teaser of Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino getting carted away on a stretcher after presumably getting in a fight with his roommate Ronnie Ortiz-Magro. After...

Fat Cow burgers and salads restaurant opens on Highland

By Emily Herrington
Entertainment Writer
September 4, 2011

 Down on Highland Road near the south gates of campus is Baton Rouge's newest burger joint, Fat Cow. "Whether you like the name or not, it sticks in people's heads," manager Richard Cassagne said. Fat...

Student-made movie ranked in top 15 in 48-Hour Film Project

By Haylie Navarre
Entertainment Writer
September 4, 2011

Diego Andrés Rodríguez Delfino stood before a cheering audience Aug. 30 at the Blue Nile club in New Orleans as his film "Plaquemine" was selected as one of the top 15 films out of 48 submissions. The...

HopKins Black Box 20th season to be ‘eclectic’

By Kevin Thibodeaux
Entertainment Writer
August 31, 2011

The HopKins Black Box Theater in Coates Hall began its 20th season Wednesday with a showcase of performances by communication studies graduate students. The show included stand-up comedy, poetry and a...

Baton Rouge Arts Market to be held Saturday

By Emily Herrington
Entertainment Writer
August 31, 2011

Students in search of original artwork can peruse the Baton Rouge Arts Market downtown this Saturday on the corner of Fifth and Main streets. The monthly market, open from 8 a.m. to noon, offers a variety...

The five must-have video games of fall

By Joey Groner
Entertainment Writer
August 31, 2011

As fall approaches, video game players are preparing their skills and wallets for the massive rush of game releases. The fall season has typically been for video games what summer is for movies, and this...

Q & A: Wheeler Brothers enjoy the local spotlight at The Varsity

By Eastan Croson
Entertainment Writer
August 30, 2011

When Austin-based band Wheeler Brothers rocked the Varsity on Wednesday night, it marked a return to old stomping grounds for three of the band members, who are University alumni. Brothers Nolan Wheeler,...

HP Touchpad sales fail, tablet canceled

By Taylor Balkom
Entertainment Writer
August 29, 2011

The iPad claimed another victim in August. Hewlett-Packard discontinued its flagship tablet, the HP Touchpad, and its operating system, webOS, after sales failed to meet expectations. A mere six weeks...

This collage will be the cover of Ben Rubin’s book “When Comes What Darkly Thieves.”

Former student releases picture book for adults, children

By Haylie Navarre
Entertainment Writer
August 29, 2011

Picture books aren't just for kids anymore. Ben Rubin, former master of fine arts student, is releasing a picture book this fall intended for children and adults alike. Rubin said he made paintings and...

Culture Club: Beyoncé’s baby surely ‘Destiny’s Child’

By Kittu Pannu
Entertainment Writer
August 29, 2011

Those looking for the second coming of music can rejoice: Entertainers Beyoncé Knowles and Jay-Z will welcome their first bundle of joy in February 2012. Knowles confirmed the rumors Sunday while...