Arts Weekend to show viability of University's arts culture
(11/05/09 10:00am)
This weekend marks the fusion of student creativity with the business savvy of artistic alumni in the first ever Duke Arts Weekend.
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This weekend marks the fusion of student creativity with the business savvy of artistic alumni in the first ever Duke Arts Weekend.
At first glance, Matt Duquette’s punk rock-inspired exhibition, Prepare for Landing, is merely a chaotic jumble of media. Paint splatters and coffee stains casually dot the pictures’ surfaces; a medley of newspaper clippings, Post-it notes, sketches and Google maps project past the canvases. Yet, upon closer inspection, the haunting images are far more social, illustrating precise moments in time with a gritty immediacy.
Boasting a diverse and eclectic array of rising artists, organizations and downtown entrepreneurs, Carrboro is already well known as a hub for underground art and music scenes. This Friday night, these two creative avenues will merge in the fourth annual Minus Sound Research opening.
Fans of the now-closed George’s Garage can find solace in executive chef Adam Smith’s newest endeavor, Restaurant Eden. Located only 10 minutes off campus, Eden features the same simple but smart cuisine as George’s—with an added twist. The all-American comfort food possesses a distinct Northern Californian flair, especially present in the many seafood offerings such as fried catfish, pan-seared trout and red snapper. Entrees are prepared from locally farmed produce, and the menu shifts and changes with the season to reflect the very best ingredients on the market. Hidden from the main road behind an office building complex, Eden does not boast easy accessibility. Once inside, however, patrons are treated to a classy, inviting atmosphere. Wall-length windows let in white lights from an outdoor patio, and the glossy wooden bar and open-air kitchen lend a modern look to the elegant ambiance. For the most part, the food is equally impressive. The appetizers are almost almost all seafood, with portions large enough for two. Highlights include calamari flash-fried with lemon zest and creamy Carolina crab fondue served with flaky sundried tomato tortillas. As far as entrees go, seafood is again the clear favorite. The pan-fried red snapper features a unique firm texture and a sharp, almost overbearing herb flavor. The chef also spiced up other home-cooked favorites such as pan-seared trout laden with toasted almond butter, and traditional shrimp and grits seasoned with pungent horseradish. Seafood aside, Eden also serves steak, pork, poultry and pasta, ranging from local delights like Carolina BBQ ribs to simple comfort foods like chicken pot pie. The delightful peppery tang of the juicy chile-rubbed pork makes this dish one of the chef’s specialties. Sides of rich mashed sweet potatoes and glazed apples are likewise satisfying. Even the accompanying vegetable sides are noteworthy, as they are determined by the local farmers’ markets three best produce selections. When dining at Eden, leave room for dessert since the restaurant’s chefs save the best for last. Classics such as strawberry shortcake and cheesecake are sure to satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth. But the delectable chocolate Godiva torte, accompanied by raspberry ice cream and a piece of homemade caramelized sugar candy dotted with broken espresso beans, would have Adam and Eve asking for seconds.
"Because my brain, not my camera, is my instrument, beauty isn't enough."
Although a summer staple at the American Dance Festival since 1973, the dance troupe Pilobolus is anything but commonplace. And this year, they are back to prove it again.
The locally inspired Durham Art Walk is a celebration of unconventionality. This weekend, unexpected downtown spaces and businesses will open their doors to the public and showcase the works of over 300 artists. Tours are self-guided, allowing participants to reflect upon the art, chat with artists and listen to live music at their leisure.
Theater legend Jon Jory's adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, currently playing at PlayMakers Repertory Company, skillfully reworks Jane Austen's masterpiece, complete with multiple love triangles, cross-country journeys and witty dialogue-all within three hours.
For Afro-Peruvian artist William Cordova, nothing embodies the forgotten times better than an old, broken vinyl record.
Artist Malaquias Montoya calls it "more grotesque than the most hideous crime," "a terrifying act of violence" and even "premeditated murder." As for the rest of society, we call it the death penalty.
Award-winning puppeteer Basil Twist knows how to enchant an audience. Following eight original productions, Twist's next project is designing the puppet and set for the Department of Theater Studies' Exit the King, directed by Ellen Hemphill, Assistant Professor of the Practice and Director of Undergraduate Studies.
In The Theater of Needless Talents, renowned modern dance choreographer Donald Byrd strives to provoke audiences once more.
Eight rerouted rivers, 37.5 million cubic yards of moved earth, nine deep mountain cuts and $250 million dollars later, Madison County completed the largest earth-moving project in North Carolina history. Meet the nation's newest interstate.
They're back.
A new tuition remission policy will go into effect July 1, Jo Rae Wright, vice provost and dean of the Graduate School announced to the Graduate and Professional Student Council at its meeting Tuesday night.
Page Auditorium has seen its fair share of performances in the past year, from musicals like Hairspray to classical symphonies to comedians of Russell Peters' caliber. But music self-described as "a robot making love to a tree" is unprecedented.
A group of ordinary people-plagued with expressions of awe, fear and tension-stare intently out of the frame at an unseen monitor. Those looking at this particular photograph can't help but wonder: what is behind it?
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street doesn't start with a bang. Instead, a high-pitched, piercing screech immediately sets the dark tone of the musical. Despite some comical moments and light-hearted aspects, the haunting mood persists throughout the show as viewers become enveloped in the progressive madness of Sweeney Todd.
Branch Gallery downtown is enveloped in the art of the surreal this month.
Hundreds of Durham residents and Duke students came together over colorful pastels and spray paints during the past year in a community effort called Face Up: Telling Stories of Community Life.