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Lucas Brothers

The Lucas Bros. heading to Cleveland on Oct. 13

Julia Bianco, News Editor October 10, 2014

Keith and Kenny Lucas have mastered speaking in harmony. In their five years performing stand-up comedy together under the name The Lucas Bros., the identical twin brothers have become experts in the delicate...

Not your typical Saturday night

Temi Omilabu, Staff Reporter October 10, 2014

If you’re like me, and you can appreciate the vocal talent you don’t have when you hear it, Arts After Dark is the perfect event for you. Arts After Dark is an annual showcase for singers,...

Cleveland Museum of Art

History in the making

Alex Clarke, Contributing Reporter October 9, 2014

You might be seeing a lot more natural history in the future. Announced in December 2012, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History declared plans to expand and renovate the pre-existing building. Glenda...

Hannibal Buress

A conversation with comedian Hannibal Buress

Julia Bianco, News Editor October 3, 2014

Hannibal Buress is on his way to becoming a comedy legend. With two Comedy Central hour specials, writing credits on “Saturday Night Live” and “30 Rock” and a new headlining stand-up tour under...

Urban herbs

Maria Fazal, Staff Reporter October 3, 2014

A visit to the Cleveland Botanical Garden typically entails several elements, including breathtaking fountains, vivacious florae and intricate sculptures. Despite its location in the notoriously gray...

October Spot Night Preview

Temi Omilabu, Contributing Reporter September 29, 2014

Oct. 2: Grizfolk Make your way down to The Spot to see Grizfolk on Thursday, Oct. 2 and your soul will thank you afterward. The band just released their EP “From the Spark” which features their most...

“Thank God for Jokes”

Julia Bianco, News Editor September 19, 2014

The title of Mike Birbiglia’s new 100 city stand-up tour is undeniably accurate: “Thank God for Jokes.” Thank God indeed, as Birbiglia’s one hour set was packed full of laughs, keeping the recent...

Photos of CMAs 2014 Chalk Festival

Photos of CMA’s 2014 Chalk Festival

Anne Nickoloff, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 14, 2014

For the 25th year in a row, the Cleveland Art Museum brought professional artists and community members alike for a weekend of chalk art, covering the sidewalks in front of the building. With live music...

Cleveland bustling with Hispanic Heritage Month activities

Maria Fazal, Staff Reporter September 12, 2014

Sept. 15 marks the start of the 26th annual Hispanic Heritage Month. Originally Hispanic Heritage Week, it was extended by Ronald Reagan in 1988, and since then, it has covered a 30-day period: Sept. 15...

Studio As day of music rocked Mather Memorial Courtyard.

Anything goes at Studio-a-Rama

Sunny Kalidindi, Contributing Reporter September 12, 2014

Were you terrified by the loud screaming coming from Mather Quad on Saturday, Sept. 6? If you said yes, chances are you’re probably not alone. No, it wasn’t a bizarre ritual, and no, it was not...

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