On Tuesday, March 21, 2017, the UTM Small Jazz Band, led by professor Kurt Gorman, performed. The concert circle consisted of Jeremy Jackson on alto saxophone, Patrick Hill on tenor saxophone, Jack Mergen on baritone saxophone, Trevor Belton and Michael Larkin on trumpet, Isaac Spitler on trombone, Gian Garma on piano, Nathaniel O’Neal on bass… Continue reading UTM Small Jazz Band performance was soothing
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“42nd Street” hit the Carson Center in Paducah this past weekend.
The musical comedy “42nd Street” reached the Carson Center in Paducah, Kentucky this past weekend. The play takes place in New York during the 1930s. The show starts with the lead, Peggy, arriving too late to audition for big time Broadway director Julian Marsh’s new musical “Pretty Lady.” She nevertheless catches the eye of Mr. Marsh, who gives her a… Continue reading “42nd Street” hit the Carson Center in Paducah this past weekend.
Explore Alola in Pokemon Sun and Moon
After what seemed like forever, the Pokémon world has taken players on an adventure unlike ever before. Pokémon Sun and Moon was released to North America on November 18 to anxiously awaiting fans. So far, the reception is widely positive. The games take the player to Alola, the newest region of the Pokémon world that is comprised of several islands.… Continue reading Explore Alola in Pokemon Sun and Moon
“Moana”, the feminist “princess” we didn’t know we needed
“Moana” is the typical Disney princess story; that is if you expect Disney princess stories to always include folklore, fast – paced action, battles and the journey to complete the quests of ancestors before her. The film opens with a little background on Moana’s mythology being told to a wide – eyed Moana by her… Continue reading “Moana”, the feminist “princess” we didn’t know we needed
Beginning to feel ‘Almost Christmas’
It has become a cinematic tradition that every year around Thanksgiving and Christmas you can be sure that some of the year’s biggest movies will be hitting the big screen. There is also a trend of one or two lighthearted holiday themed movies released during this time of year to set the tone as well.… Continue reading Beginning to feel ‘Almost Christmas’
“Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” gives another look into the wizarding world
In a muggle world where Harry Potter fans constantly crave more, J.K. Rowling comes to the rescue in her screen-writing debut, “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.” Director David Yates returns audiences to the wizarding world of Harry Potter with a box office hit that made $75 million in the U.S. in its opening weekend.… Continue reading “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” gives another look into the wizarding world
Halo 5 tournament
The Student Activities Council hosted a Halo 5 tournament Wednesday night in the game room on the second floor of the University Boling Center. Registration started at 6:30, and the tournament began at 7:00. It was a double-elimination tournament, meaning if a contender lost twice, he was out of the tournament. Each match was 15… Continue reading Halo 5 tournament
“Zombies from the Beyond” a fun time for all
The UTM Vanguard Theatre will be performing “Zombies from the Beyond” beginning today, October 27th, and going through October 30th. The play is set in the 1950s, and takes a satirical stand on the worries and fears of aliens invading Earth that many people had in that time period. Overall, the play was well performed, and… Continue reading “Zombies from the Beyond” a fun time for all
Is Nintendo finally Switching it up?
The new Nintendo console that was until now simply known as the “NX” has received a proper name: Nintendo Switch. The newest platform in the Nintendo family, which was first discussed in March 2015, is set to reach stores in March 2017, two years after its initial reveal. With titles set to be released alongside… Continue reading Is Nintendo finally Switching it up?
Lip sync pays tribute to heroes of all kinds
The annual Greek Life lip-sync competition wrapped up Tuesday night. This year’s event was held outside the Elam Center, which gave students plenty of room to gather around on bleachers, chairs, and even in the backs of trucks to enjoy the show. Many fraternities and sororities participated in the superhero-themed show, bringing their unique energies and excitement to… Continue reading Lip sync pays tribute to heroes of all kinds