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National Book Festival to bring changemakers to the stage

By Stephanie Mirah | August 24

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Raina Telgemeier and others will discuss their books on Aug. 31 

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Museums and exhibits to visit during Welcome Week

By Stephanie Mirah | August 21

A comprehensive guide of popular spots and hidden gems that every D.C. wonk should know

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Review: Kennedy Center’s “Earthrise” takes theater for young audiences to the next level

By Daniella Ignacio | August 21

The world premiere musical celebrating moon landing anniversary is out of this world

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Welcome Week is packed with events for first-year and returning students

By Kelly McDonnell | August 20

All-American Welcome has opportunities to sight-see, grab free snacks and make friends

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“All the Feels” brings mental health discussion to the forefront

By Grace George | June 8

Local performers showcase talents and triumphs with D.C. variety show

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Music

Imogen Heap teams up with University’s Audio Technology Department to host private performance

By Delilah Harvey | June 4

The Grammy award winner held a workshop and live show as a part of her new project ‘The Creative Passport’

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“Kweendom” LGBT comedy show debuts first tour in D.C.

By Clare Mulroy | June 1

 Bobby Hankinson’s NYC comedy show brings diverse queer experiences to the stage

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D.C. ghost tours give guests a haunted look at the District

By Marc Shapiro | June 1

The bar crawl has spooked visitors to the nation’s capital for seven years and counting

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Center provides resources for students, faculty to produce impactful environmental films

By Delilah Harvey | May 3

Threats posed by climate change have driven its work

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Music

Olivia O’Brien shares personal stories of heartbreak and hope at Union Stage

By Lizzy Tarallo | April 30

The concert promoted her new album “Was It Even Real?” released on April 26 

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Music

James Bay satisfies D.C. crowd with long-awaited performance

By Fatima Albannai | April 29

The English singer finally made it to the District after rescheduling conflicts 

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Playwright brings artistic experience to Sine Institute seminars

By Isabella Goodman | April 29

Karen Zacarías has spent her career championing diversity and inclusion

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Music

Aaron Lee Tasjan brought genre-defying melodies to the Songbyrd April 7

By Miranda Baumann | April 25

His performance of his latest album interlaced witty comedy and soulful storytelling

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‘Carrie The Musical’ brings forth bullying issues and the importance of having a safe space

By Morgan Bluma | April 23

The play runs April 25-27 at Katzen Arts Center

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Local teens will take on the big screen in AU’s Discover the World of Communication film festival

By Marc Shapiro | April 18

After seeing other universities host film festivals for teens, School of Communication alumna Rebecca Castaneda was eager to host a similar event at American University. She and other festival organizers were looking for a few key elements during the submission process.  “Does it tell a story? ...

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Game show host and comedian Ben Bailey to perform at DC Comedy Loft

By Dilpreet Raju | April 18

Emmy-award winning game show host and comedian Ben Bailey will perform at DC Comedy Loft on Friday and Saturday. Bailey is known for his roles as the game show host and executive producer for Discovery Channel’s “Cash Cab,” in which Bailey drives around New York City surprising passengers as the ...

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Music

Olivia O’Brien to perform at Union Stage to promote new album

By Lizzy Tarallo | April 13

American singer-songwriter Olivia O’Brien will perform at Union Stage Saturday night as part of her national tour to promote her upcoming pop album “Was It Even Real?” O’Brien said she wants to focus on defying her depression and self-hatred through the album, which can be seen in her new single ...

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