The University News

Rep’s show makes a killing

Thomas Skelton • February 15, 2008

Few people enjoy jury duty, but even fewer experience the dark version of it as portrayed in "Twelve Angry Men," which will be performed at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis through March 2. Martin Platt directs the play, written by Reginald Rose in 1957.

Theater professor makes mark on the Rep

Thomas Skelton • February 15, 2008

Gary Barker is one angry man-sort of. Barker, a professor in the theater department at Saint Louis University, is currently starring as Juror 2 in the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis' production of "Twelve Angry Men." "My character is probably the least angry of the angry men," Barker said.

MOCRA gives a new spin on an old classic

Kelley Dunn • February 8, 2008

It's not every day that Michelangelo's "The Last Judgment" can be seen from a different angle-literally. The Museum of Contemporary Religious Art (3700 West Pine Blvd.) unveiled its latest exhibit Sunday: Miao Xiaochun's "The Last Judgment in Cyberspace." "We decided this would be an interesting show to bring here," said MOCRA Director Terrence Dempsey, S.

SLU Cinema opts to show Academy Award winners in spring

Will Holston • February 8, 2008

The Student Activities Board has unveiled the full lineup for this semester's SLU Cinema screenings, and it includes movies from a wide variety of genres and tastes. "We pick movies that seem to be really popular in theaters and try to mix up the movie genres," said Kristen Percich, SAB's movie chair.

Let Me Explain: Man, I feel like a woman

KATIE LEWIS • February 8, 2008

It would be so much easier to be a dude. Let me explain. It's difficult not to judge people based on stereotypes, but, as I see it, there are two kinds of people: Those who are thoughtful, wise and nurturing, and those who spit, have tennis shoes the size of boats and frequently fondle their downtown bonanza.

Speakeasy is the new buzz behind the door

[email protected] • February 8, 2008

Speakeasy is a band that has to work hard to live up to its name. Coined after establishments that illegally served alcohol and that celebrated free speech during Prohibition, the band seeks recognition with their dangerous-yet-cool vibe. "The speakeasies were kind of an underground place you go to catch a buzz," said Shawn Eckels, lead guitarist and vocalist.

Billiken club hosts open mic night on Valentine’s Day

ADAM TAMBURIN • February 8, 2008

While the rest of the nation endures the open casting calls for another season of "American Idol," the Saint Louis University community will have the opportunity to enjoy the musical stylings of its own batch of unknown artists at the Billiken Club's Feb. 14 open mic night.

Q&A with U-Melt

Carly Doenges • February 8, 2008

There are patty melts and tuna melts but, this week, St. Louis got a taste of U-Melt, a jam band that has garnered Internet buzz in recent years for its sprawling sets and wide-ranging influences. The band performed at the Broadway Oyster Bar on Thursday. Rob Salzer, U-Melts' indefatigable lead guitarist and vocalist, talked to The University News about his affinity for the road, U-Melt's stylistic leanings and the perilous state of the global environmental crisis.

Folk fest comes to St. Louis for fourth straight year

Allison Reilly • February 1, 2008

Folk music is known for being music for the common people, although when one thinks about the genre, St. Louis is not the first city that springs to mind. However, on Friday, Feb. 15, the Fourth Annual St. Louis Folk Festival will present the best in folk music to a city that is not often associated with the famous musical genre.

Cabaret Night sashays its way into the Foundry Art Center

Leah Lavelle • February 1, 2008

On Feb. 22, the Foundry Art Center, in the Frenchtown district of Historic St. Charles, will host Cabaret Night with the musical group Elsie Parker and The Poor People of Paris. The group, led vocally by Parker, features woodwinds (Parker), a bass guitar (Wayne Coniglio), percussion (Alan Schilling) and keyboard (Michael Carosello).

Famous pianist comes to St. Louis

Claire Rachel • February 1, 2008

With a uniquely soulful and funky jazz sound, Michael Wolff has made himself a well-known pianist within the musical world. This pianist's social personality, love for music and true talent have enabled him to play the piano alongside many famous musicians in venues like New York's Carnegie Hall and London's Royal Albert Hall.

HotNewz takes TV online

Landon Burris • February 1, 2008

So, you're sick of checking your e-mail, nothing new is happening on Facebook and you really feel like putting off that 60-page reading assignment for a few more minutes. What is a poor college student to do? Check out the new webpage HotNewz.TV. HotNewz, which launched on Jan.