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HFStival rocks Washington again

HFStival rocks Washington again

The iconic alternative music festival returns after a 13-year hiatus.
Kate Kessler, Staff Editor October 9, 2024

When the band Tonic came out on stage at HFStival on Sept. 21, frontman Emerson Hart had one request for the crowd. “Let’s go back to 1996, shall we?” he said, before launching into a guitar-heavy...

Art All Night takes over Dupont

Art All Night takes over Dupont

Dupont’s Art All Night showcased live performances, exhibits, and local artists at venues across the neighborhood.
Emma Pierce, Staff Editor October 9, 2024

On Sept. 27 and 28, Washington, D.C. hosted a series of Art All Night exhibitions across various neighborhoods. On Sept. 28, Dupont had Art All Night shows at the Dupont Circle, Dupont Underground, O Street...

Spotlight on student musicians

Spotlight on student musicians

Singer-Songwriter's Hub supports student creativity
Natalie Monga, Photographer May 6, 2024

State of the arts

State of the arts

Arts departments strive to create new work with budget limits
Kate Kessler and Mia Kimm April 18, 2024

When Jae K. Gee entered American University, they planned on majoring in political science. But Gee decided to switch to theater arts with a minor in political science after finding a home in AU’s theater...

Rhythmic harmony

Rhythmic harmony

Maegan Seaman, Multimedia Director April 15, 2024

Every Sunday afternoon, drum beats can be heard echoing throughout Meridian Hill Park, called Malcolm X Park by locals, in northwest Washington. The park’s weekly drum circle began during the Civil...

Monthly Dupont walk showcases world of art

Monthly Dupont walk showcases world of art

Dupont Circle BID collaborates with embassies and artists for a self-guided walk and performances
Lizzie Graff and Ava Ramsdale January 22, 2024

Washington, D.C., residents and visitors gathered at Dupont Circle on Oct. 6 to enjoy an immersive cultural experience through the ArtWalk Dupont. On the first Friday of each month, the Dupont Circle...

All Things Go partnered with Spotify EQUAL to present summit

All Things Go partnered with Spotify EQUAL to present summit

Creator summit discusses equity and social impact within the music industry
Bailey Bish, Staff Editor December 13, 2023

The All Things Go Music Festival returned to the Merriweather Post Pavilion from Sept. 30 to Oct. 1, bringing a lineup of 32 artists to the Washington, D.C. region for the festival’s ninth year.  Starting...

Keeping Go-Go alive

Keeping Go-Go alive

Firefighter band shows importance of Go-Go music genre
Kate Kessler and Quinn Volpe November 29, 2023

When a group of Washington firefighters and emergency medical service workers put a band together, they thought it would be a one-time thing to entertain their coworkers. The band, Heat Stroke, has...

Art All Night in Tenleytown

Art All Night in Tenleytown

Vanessa Levins, Multimedia Producer November 8, 2023

AU students and D.C. residents celebrated the city’s art and culture in Tenleytown on Sept. 30 at Art All Night, an annual event that spotlights various artists in the city. Throughout the night,...

After writers strike students worry about the future of entertainment

After writers strike students worry about the future of entertainment

Hollywood writers will return to work soon. Students and professors discuss how it affects their futures in entertainment.
Blake Guterman, Podcast Producer October 16, 2023

The Writers Guild of America strike reached an agreement with Hollywood Studios after striking for 148 days, according to a video posted by the WGA on Sept. 28. American University students and professors...

Hallway in the Katzen Arts Center during their featured exhibits.

Drawing in new exhibits

The Katzen Art Center brings in local and international artists
Emma Pierce and Jack Ford July 20, 2023

The American University Museum’s spring exhibit, located at the Katzen Arts Center, attracted students during the Spring 2023 semester with a variety of nontraditional art. Each museum floor focuses...

“Bat Boy” production adapts scenes due to its content

“Bat Boy” production adapts scenes due to its content

Kate Kessler, Staff Editor February 24, 2023

A new American University Theatre Program musical debuted on Feb. 16. However, “Bat Boy” comes with a content warning.   “Bat Boy” is about a half-bat/half-boy named Edgar who tries...

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