In a recent town meeting, Chapel Hill Community Arts and Culture details how they plan to lead by example, and plan events that are not only more sustainable, but inclusive as well.
"Charanga’s beauty comes in its music-melding nature, as styles from jazz, classical and even some bluegrass can be heard"
Many students arrive on UNC's campus with no prior experience working on a film set. But the production sets for organizations like the the Carolina Film Association and UNC Student Television are like microcosms of professional sets — all run by students. At UNC, students filmmakers gain valuable experience in production by using what they have, often requiring improvisation and flexibility. But in the end, these filmmakers gain so much more than industry experience — a distinct community, driven by a shared love for storytelling.
“SAI is important at UNC and in our community because it promotes women in music. It’s an important form of expression, which women were historically excluded from. We encourage musical excellence in all women, regardless of race, nationality or age.”
A new master class coming to Morrison Art Studio seeks to be a place where people of all experience levels can be inspired to create and find acceptance through art.
The application for UNC's screen and stage minor is accepting applications. The minor prepares students for a screenwriting career through experiential education.
Warn Your Relatives star, Hari Kondabolu makes his return to the RTP as a part of his 2020 tour with Liz Miele on Feb.19.
The Academy Awards were held on Feb. 9, honoring what many would consider to be the best of film. In the category for best director, no women were nominated. In the 92 years of Oscars awards, five women total have been nominated for best director. Only one has won. But despite this lack of recognition, many female directors at UNC are far from disheartened. Through academic programs such as film studies in the communications department to student organizations like Carolina Film Association, female directors on campus are actively striving to break through this gendered barrier.
"As One" comes to campus and chronicles of the life of Kimberly Reed, a transgender film director and producer, to help continue to the conversation on what it means to be trans.
The UNC Pauper Players will be performing the 25th Annual Putnam Country Spelling Bee this weekend, a coming-of-age play in the perspective of sixth graders.
“When I was at a gig the owners would treat me differently, like I don't know how to set up and they would hover over me like I didn't know what I was doing. I know what I'm doing. I take the time to perfect my art; I don't just do it for the money.”
The Carolina Jazz Festival will feature performances from UNC and high school students, special guests and the headliner, the Maria Schneider Orchestra.
Assistant Sports Editor Brian Keyes is attempting to reset the vibes with his "clean vibes" playlist.
The Object-Based Teaching Fellowship at the Ackland Art Museum allows graduate students to explore the interdisciplinary potential of, and teach others to appreciate, all that the study of art has to offer.
The I Heart Art fundraiser will be held at Top of the Hill Feb. 16.
A look into the inspiration and career of Kal Caviness, an artist better known by the name K.A.L.
Sustainability, accessibility and gender equity are coming to the Pit at next Monday's Feminist Clothing Swap, all for just three for $5.
Offering all sorts of goodies, from guava-flavored cotton candy to kombucha, Rumors' post-Valentine's Day event will highlight local female-started and run businesses from 12-5 p.m.
The Raas All-Stars bid competition will be working with Dola Re Dandiya to put on a dance competition featuring bhangra and raas dance teams in Memorial Hall on Saturday, Feb. 15. The proceeds go towards education in rural India.
"So take a look at my playlist, filled with a handful of songs that remind me of some people, places or memories I cherish. I hope it inspires you to do the same and give your future self the best Valentine’s Day gift of all — the ability to remember the love you’ve felt not just on this one day, but all the days of your life."
Vote for your favorite businesses in Chapel Hill for the 2020 Carolina's Finest awards. All voters will be entered to win one of two Dunkin' Donuts gift cards.
