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James Mcmahon and Brad Taylor of the improv team, Brad's Basement, perform sketch comedy during Trifecta Improv at The PIT Chapel Hill comedy club on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019.

'People want new voices': How inclusivity has shaped the local comedy scene this decade

As the local comedy scene becomes more inclusive, Chapel Hill students speak out about the positivity of diversity within comedy.

After touring across the country under the new name of Daughter of Swords, Alexandra Sauser-Monnig is finally returning to the Triangle for a show at The ArtsCenter in Carrboro on Nov. 30 at 8 p.m. Photo courtesy of Kendall Bailey Atwater.

'Hometown show vibes': Alexandra Sauser-Monnig returns to the Triangle

By Johnny Sobczak

Musical artist Daughter of Swords is teaming up with The Dawnbreaker Band — sharing the stage with the musicians that she worked with in the early days of her music career.

EddieFest will take place from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro. Thirteen musical acts from the North Carolina music scene have agreed to perform. Photo Courtesy of Amy Overman.

EddieFest remembers local musician by raising suicide prevention awareness

By Johnny Sobczak

Cat's Cradle in Carrboro will be hosting "EddieFest" to honor the late Chapel Hill musician Eddie Watkins and raise awareness for suicide prevention.

UNC student Mihir Shah and his sister Mansi Shah share a dialogue in his play written for the festival on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019 in the Sonja H. Stone Center.

Play festival showcases student work in the Writing for the Screen and Stage program

By Johnny Sobczak

The festival showcases the work of eight seniors and will be presented this weekend.

Stardust to Ashes lead singer Steve Baker and son Duncan Baker perform at the House of Blues in Myrtle Beach on Oct. 19. Photo courtesy of Steve Baker.

Father and son-led band Stardust to Ashes brings Bowie to Carrboro for Halloween

By Johnny Sobczak

Father-and-son led David Bowie tribute band, Stardust to Ashes, will play at Cat's Cradle on Halloween.

Attendees of the 2018 Fright Night. Photo courtesy of Cynthia Booth.

'Nothing brings people together more': Fright Night brings fall fever to Durham

By Johnny Sobczak

In the spirit of Halloween, Durham Parks and Recreation is holding their fourth annual Fright Night on Oct. 18. The event is family-friendly, and all ages are encouraged to attend.

Alejandro Cartagena in front of his work. Photo courtesy of Alejandro Cartagena.

Duke Ph.D students aim to spark photography conversation with two-part speaker series

By Johnny Sobczak

Two Duke Ph.D students created a two-part speaker series after realizing that the medium is rarely discussed in formal settings.

Four dancers performing "Rosas danst Rosas." Photo courtesy of Anne Van Aershchot.

'A seminal piece of postmodern dance:' Rosas danst Rosas comes to Chapel Hill

By Johnny Sobczak

World-renowned "Rosas danst Rosas" is coming to Carolina Performing Arts for a rare North American performance. If you're unfamiliar with postmodern dance, this is the perfect opportunity to give it a shot.

Stephen Anderson (left), Jason Foureman (center) and Dan Davis performing at a jazz concert. Photo courtesy of Stephen Anderson.

Jazz performance will reunite old friends at Hill Hall

By Johnny Sobczak

A jazz performance at Hill Hall will reunite two old friends. The concert will be held on Sept 26., and will be free to the public.