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La. artists use unconventional materials in LASM showcase

By Joey Groner
Entertainment Writer
September 7, 2011

For many artists, the process of creating art consists of drawing, painting or sculpting. But local artists Shawne Major, Troy Dugas and Jonathan Pellitteri aren't like most artists. All three artists'...

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 5, 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 5, 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 5, 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 5, 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...

Patrons admire art Friday at Stabbed in the Art, which is held the first Friday of every month at Tiger District.

BR artists showcase talent at monthly gathering

By Kittu Pannu
Entertainment Writer
September 5, 2011

Every month, local artists gather to showcase their works and share their inspirations with one another and Baton Rouge residents at the Stabbed in the Art exhibition. Several Baton Rouge artists came...

Tigers tailgate Texas style at the Cowboys Classic game

By Eastan Croson
Entertainment Writer
September 5, 2011

The time students have been anticipating has finally arrived — football season is here, and tailgating will soon hit full swing. Whether it's doing keg stands or Tiger-baiting the opposing team's...

The five must-have video games of fall

By Joey Groner
Entertainment Writer
September 1, 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...

HopKins Black Box 20th season to be ‘eclectic’

By Kevin Thibodeaux
Entertainment Writer
September 1, 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
September 1, 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...

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

By Eastan Croson
Entertainment Writer
August 31, 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,...