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PlayMakers' 'Proof' Explores Genius, Madness Connection

By Jill Spivey | November 27

Many of the world's pre-eminent minds have proved a similar theme -- the difference between brilliance and insanity is often undefined. "Proof," the ...

Sankofa Overcomes Obstacles

By Nick Parker | November 26

Big stages, bright lights, roaring crowds, blaring speakers. The life of a hip-hop icon has its appeal. But it's not always easy, nor is it always glamorous. ...

BOT Approves Revitalization Of Arts Corner

By Brandon Whiteside | November 22

The UNC Board of Trustees voted unanimously Wednesday for the creation of an Arts Common that would reshape dramatically the northwest corner of campus. As ...

Acting Troupe Takes Stab at Stoppard

By Allison Rost | November 22

In the fourth act of "Hamlet," the prince of Denmark sends Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, his disloyal childhood friends, off to their deaths with a little ...

'Vice City' Revives '80s, Gang Warfare

By Evan Lucas | November 21

"Grand Theft Auto: Vice City" 4 Stars Less than a year after releasing "Grand Theft Auto 3," arguably the best game of the year, Rockstar Games has ...

Gunning for Gamers

By Elliott Dube | November 21

Not so long ago, the National Football League aired a series of public service announcements that ended with a common command: "Violence -- don't play ...

Potter Finds Darker Secrets in 2nd Magical Film Voyage

By Michelle Jarboe | November 21

"Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" 3 Stars With his return to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry Potter's life has become dramatically ...

ESRB Ratings Grade Game Age Appeal

By Brook Corwin | November 21

There's an old adage in the entertainment industry -- sex sells. And when sexual content is clearly identified on the package of a video game -- along ...

Late Harrison Blends Beatles, Self on Final CD

By Tacque Kirksey | November 21

George Harrison Brainwashed 3 Stars An old adage says nothing lasts forever. Ask Beatles fans and they might agree, considering only two members ...

Co-Op Hosts Songwriters' Contest

By Brandon Whiteside | November 21

Strength comes in numbers. Since 1998, state musicians have utilized an advantageous component of the Triangle music scene -- the North Carolina Songwriters ...

DMB Lackluster on Live LP; Jaheim Not Ghetto Fabulous

By Staff Editor | November 21

Dave Matthews Band Live at Folsom Field -- Boulder, Colorado 2 Stars Almost no one does live albums as well as Dave Matthews. His legendary sit-down ...

Dive Recommends

By Aaron Freeman | November 21

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Vedder Vents, Band Proves Staying Power on 'Riot Act'

By Elliot Dube | November 21

Pearl Jam Riot Act 4 Stars Mainstream music is one of the only areas where being in your late 30s makes you an elder statesman. In that sense, the ...

Black Casts Away Pixies Past For Experimental Venture

By Caroline Lindsey | November 21

Frank Black Cat's Cradle Monday, Nov. 18 3 Stars Frank Black is a perfect example of why -- sometimes -- the fans don't matter. Black's reign as singer/songwriter ...

Carbon Leaf Breeds Interesting Mix

By Diane Eikenberry | November 21

Carbon Leaf Go! Rehearsal Studios Thurs., Nov. 14 3 Stars You know you're attending an energized but unusual rock concert when a couple two-steps ...

Lab! Theatre Hosts Christmas Play

By Ashley Harrell | November 20

"A Tuna Christmas" Lab! Theater Nov. 18th Three Stars If you're dreaming of a white trash Christmas, then there's a play you shouldn't miss. "A ...

Grant Funds Arts That Help Orange County

By Caroline Lindsey | November 19

People who want to better the community through art might have a chance to turn their ideas into reality next year -- even if their ideas are expensive. The ...

UNC Professor Illustrates Anti-War Sentiments

By Michelle Jarboe | November 19

Aesthetics plus politics is Elin O'Hara Slavick's formula for her newest exhibition, "Protesting Cartography or Places the United States has Bombed." A ...

Deep Dish Masters 18th-Century Comedy About Deceit

By Michelle Jarboe | November 15

- Four Stars In the corner of the University Mall there were two violinists serenading shoppers in front of a crowded doorway. One only had to walk through ...

Games, Technology Growing Up With Original Players

By Michelle Jarboe | November 14

From Atari's original "Pong" game to the elaborate graphics and special effects of "Final Fantasy X," the video-game industry has come a long way. The ...