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Arts and Entertainment

AU theater freshmen explain what it’s like to be 18 years old through Zoom performance

By Stephanie Mirah · Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020

At the end of September, 20 freshmen discussed critical issues to their age group in a performance titled “Overture 200222020”

How AU students are staying grounded with music this fall

By Zoe Bell · Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020

Through playing instruments, listening while studying or curating new playlists, students rely on music to adapt to this year

5 best books for young adult readers in 2020

By Sara Winick · Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020

Whether it’s an action-packed dystopia or a contemporary romance, there’s a book out there waiting for every young adult

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AU senior filmmaker overcoming the odds of the industry through project ‘Feed the Reel’

By Hannah Shows | October 21

Ismah Khan pitched, wrote and was granted $10,000 to fund a project for film and art nonprofit Current Movements

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Five book recommendations for every fall day

By Courtesy of Eliza DuBose | October 20

From poetry collections to memoirs, there is a book to match every autumn day

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Singers on AU’s campus will not be silenced by COVID-19

By Lizzy Tarallo | October 7

Musical ensembles and student-led a cappella groups are navigating the new territory of virtually creating vocal music

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AU alumna’s new podcast focuses on capitalism and well-being

By Thomas Recchio | September 30

Dawn Carpenter’s "What Does It Profit?" podcast will discuss how businesses function well-being of society

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AU junior publishes new book of poetry

By Isabella Goodman | September 19

“Into the Orange Grove” by Grace Hasson debuted July 28

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On National Dance Day, five AU dancers reflect on what dance means to them

By Stephanie Mirah | September 19

Members of the AU Dance Team, American Bhangra Crew, AU Dance Company and AU in Motion reminisce about dancing with their teammates and friends

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Bring The Fire: antiracism and BLM resource brand created by two AU seniors

By Stephanie Mirah | September 17

Students combine their backgrounds to create widely circulated Google Doc and Instagram infographics of resources

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DC art scene veteran hosts gallery in her own home

By Grace George | September 15

While many are social distancing, one District resident is inviting more people into her home-turned-gallery

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Residents celebrate Adams Morgan Day with virtual and in-person activities

By Kelly McDonnell | September 13

Live-streamed performances, discounts on drinks and virtual games occur on Sunday

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Students create artwork, music, theater productions and clothing in quarantine

By Thomas Recchio | August 27

Alumni, University club members make new and repurposed art during the pandemic

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The coronavirus pandemic shook the art world

By Annabel Rustum | August 12

AU Museum’s closure has made exhibitions virtual and has made artists rethink conversations about art

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SOC student nominated for Newcomer Short Award in New York Lift-Off Film Festival

By Stephanie Mirah | July 30

Giorgio Citarella II’s “Willie’s Way,” is up to win a monetary prize

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AU’s Artist Studio Series: Preparators

By Thomas Recchio | July 29

Art exhibit at Katzen Arts Center highlights local artists’ interpretations of music and their personal lives

Music

How the music industry is taking action to support the Black community

By Thomas Recchio | July 20

From AU to the Grammy Awards, the music industry is changing

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Local artists use their work as a form of protest

By Cecilia Markley | July 14

Four D.C. artists demonstrate the different forms that protest art can take

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Independent bookstores in DC reinvent bookselling during quarantine

By Kelly McDonnell | July 8

Various stores have started book and gift packages and have expanded virtual seminars as they struggle to maintain business during the pandemic

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Six museum exhibits in D.C. featuring Black artists

By Thomas Recchio | July 3

Museums in the District are featuring Black artists to educate visitors on history and culture

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