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Film mines Zuckerberg's speeches for growth obsession
Nov 7, 2019 9:45 am453 views
University of Illinois researcher Ben Grosser’s new film uses 15 years of speeches by Mark Zuckerberg to look at his obsession with growth at any cost.
100 years of architecture student design work to be preserved, archived
Nov 4, 2019 8:00 am913 views
A project led by architecture professor Marci Uihlein will archive and make accessible 100 years of student design work, representing a history of architecture education.
Will hiding 'like' counts and other numbers improve social media?
Oct 31, 2019 8:00 am646 views
Social media companies are experimenting with hiding metrics on their platforms – something University of Illinois art professor Ben Grosser has been exploring since 2012 with his Demetricator projects.
Passes for 22nd 'Ebertfest' on sale Nov. 1
Oct 22, 2019 9:15 am512 views
Passes for the 22nd annual Roger Ebert’s Film Festival, or “Ebertfest,” go on sale Nov. 1.
Illinois theatre department opens season with plays addressing injustice, revenge
Oct 16, 2019 11:15 am539 views
The Illinois theatre department opens its season with stories of justice, injustice, revenge and redemption.
Artists consider nuclear industry's legacy in Krannert Art Museum exhibition
Oct 10, 2019 2:30 pm506 views
The exhibition “Hot Spots: Radioactivity and the Landscape” at Krannert Art Museum spotlights the impact of the nuclear industry on the landscape.
Krannert Center performance “HOME” provides inspiration for Pygmalion’s hackathon
Sep 24, 2019 8:00 am453 views
The performance of “HOME” at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts is providing the inspiration for PYGHACK, the culture festival Pygmalion’s hackathon. Both consider issues related to the concepts of home and an inclusive community.
Ebert Symposium to feature film director Gregory Nava
Sep 19, 2019 1:45 pm580 views
Gregory Nava, director of Latino films such as “El Norte,” “My Family” and “Selena,” will discuss his career and challenges, as well as diversity in the movie industry, as part of the Chaz and Roger Ebert Symposium coming Sept. 27 to the University of Illinois.
Illinois Architecture reveals presence and progress of women in the profession
Sep 19, 2019 8:45 am1127 views
A Women’s Reunion and Symposium at the School of Architecture will recognize the contributions of female architecture graduates.
Endangered animals project looks at tigers, habitat loss, climate change
Sep 10, 2019 8:45 am530 views
University of Illinois art professor Deke Weaver will present “TIGER” this fall. It’s the fifth performance in his project “The Unreliable Bestiary,” telling stories about endangered animals and habitats.
Ebert Symposium to focus on inclusion in movies and media
Sep 9, 2019 1:45 pm460 views
This year’s Ebert Symposium will focus on inclusion and diversity in the media industry, with a keynote address provided by Stacy Smith, director of the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative, a global think tank studying inequality in entertainment.
Krannert Art Museum invites new perspectives on modern and contemporary art
Sep 3, 2019 11:00 am493 views
“Art Since 1948” – a new, long-term installation at Krannert Art Museum – showcases the museum’s modern and contemporary collection.
Matsuri Festival at Japan House incorporates Indian culture
Aug 28, 2019 9:30 am1275 views
Matsuri Festival at Japan House celebrates the end of summer with Asian food, art and musical performances.
Flatlands Dance Film Festival to screen documentary on flamenco dancer, short films
Aug 23, 2019 11:30 am355 views
The Flatlands Dance Film Festival will screen a documentary about Spanish flamenco dancer “La Chana” and short films from around the world.
Krannert Art Museum acquires Illinois alumnus Hal Fischer’s conceptual photographs
Aug 13, 2019 9:15 am964 views
Krannert Art Museum has acquired the work of pioneering gay photographer and University of Illinois alumnus Hal Fischer.
Prints as propaganda: Krannert Art Museum builds world-class collection of Dutch political prints
Jun 26, 2019 9:30 am508 views
Krannert Art Museum has amassed the largest museum collection of Dutch political prints outside of Europe.
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts announces 50th season of performances
May 9, 2019 8:00 am675 views
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts will present its 50th season of performances in 2019-20.
ELLNORA guitar festival features influential guitarists from around the world
Apr 30, 2019 4:15 pm612 views
ELLNORA: The Guitar Festival will feature a wide variety of musicians Sept. 5-7 at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Illinois music professor awarded Carnegie Fellowship
Apr 24, 2019 1:00 pm440 views
Illinois ethnomusicologist Michael Silvers, who specializes in the music of Brazil, has been awarded a 2019 Andrew Carnegie Fellowship. He’ll use the fellowship to research a book that will examine the aesthetics and natural resources of instrument-making using Brazilian woods.
Lyric Theatre's 'Crazy For You' production blends tap, Gershwin tunes
Apr 23, 2019 10:15 am523 views
The Lyric Theatre @ Illinois spring musical features tap dancing and Gershwin tunes in “Crazy for You.”
Krannert Center celebrates 50 years with weekend of music, activities
Apr 9, 2019 11:00 am1145 views
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts will celebrate its 50th anniversary April 12-14 with music, a gala and a global toast.
Artist to exhibit photo collage, abstract works in local spring exhibitions
Apr 4, 2019 1:30 pm248 views
University of Illinois professor and artist Stacey Robinson will show his photo collages and abstract drawings at several shows this spring.
'Quantum Rhapsodies' performance explores quantum physics, its role in our universe
Apr 4, 2019 8:00 am583 views
“Quantum Rhapsodies” uses narration, video images and the music of the Jupiter String Quartet to explore the world of quantum physics.
Performance artist Autumn Knight launches book tour at Krannert Art Museum
Mar 26, 2019 8:45 am599 views
Krannert Art Museum has produced a book about performance artist Autumn Knight, with essays and photographs that document Knight’s 2017 performances on campus.
'Ebertfest' full schedule announced, with actresses Gershon, Madsen, Tilly as guests
Mar 21, 2019 9:00 am3141 views
This year’s Ebert Film Fest will include “Almost Famous” and “Sideways,” documentaries on Maya Angelou and Fred Rogers, and guest actresses Gina Gershon, Virginia Madsen and Jennifer Tilly.
Aretha Franklin concert film 'Amazing Grace' to open Ebert Film Fest
Mar 14, 2019 3:45 pm889 views
An Aretha Franklin concert film from nearly 50 years ago, now restored and released, will open this year’s Roger Ebert’s Film Festival, or “Ebertfest.”
Composer Renee Baker to premiere new score for historic silent film
Feb 21, 2019 10:00 am570 views
The Sousa Archives and Center for American Music will screen two silent films with new scores by composer Renee Baker in recognition of Black History Month.
Exhibition of Indian paintings passed 'From Hand to Hand' at Krannert Art Museum
Feb 13, 2019 10:00 am232 views
Indian paintings depicting Hindu epics, royal portraits and stories of love can be seen at Krannert Art Museum’s “From Hand to Hand” exhibition, opening Feb. 28.
First film and guests announced for 21st annual ‘Ebertfest’
Feb 11, 2019 10:30 am1557 views
A post-World War II romance is the first film announced for this year’s “Ebertfest,” coming April 10-13 to downtown Champaign and the U. of I. The film will be shown in memory of its co-star, Scott Wilson, a frequent past festival guest. Organizers also announced an added role in this year’s festival for film critic Richard Roeper.
February Dance features collaborations between faculty, alumni
Feb 6, 2019 12:15 pm356 views
Dance faculty and alumni will present new work in February Dance to celebrate the dance department's 50th anniversary.
Krannert Art Museum to feature newly acquired Louise Fishman painting in spring exhibition
Jan 29, 2019 9:30 am746 views
Krannert Art Museum recently purchased a painting by University of Illinois alumna Louise Fishman that will be part of an exhibition of 20th century paintings at the museum.
New book tells story of secret Hollywood studio that shaped the nuclear age
Jan 14, 2019 2:30 pm2285 views
Two Illinois professors tell the story of a secret Hollywood studio at the heart of the Cold War and the early nuclear age.
Tap dance a highlight of spring semester at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts
Jan 10, 2019 9:00 am692 views
Tap at Illinois will celebrate tap dancing with a semesterlong series of tap performances at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Book by Illinois music professor looks at how Brazilian forro music, environment are connected
Dec 3, 2018 8:45 am534 views
Illinois ethnomusicologist Michael Silvers writes in his new book about forro music of Brazil and its connections to the environment, drought and politics.
Krannert Art Museum to offer short films, panel discussion for World AIDS Day
Nov 27, 2018 10:45 am256 views
Krannert Art Museum will screen short films about AIDS activism – the only downstate Illinois venue to show the films – for World AIDS Day on Dec. 1.
November Dance celebrates dance department’s first 50 years with work by faculty, alumni
Nov 7, 2018 11:15 am710 views
November Dance will celebrate the University of Illinois dance department’s 50th anniversary with collaborations between faculty members and alumni.
Irish artists Kennedy Browne grapple with ‘Real World Harm’ at Krannert Art Museum
Nov 5, 2018 8:45 am519 views
The first solo U.S. exhibition by Irish artists Kennedy Browne at Krannert Art Museum raises questions about global commerce and technology.
Faculty artists engage the contemporary world with exhibition at Krannert Art Museum
Oct 31, 2018 3:15 pm258 views
University of Illinois art and design faculty members show their work at Krannert Art Museum.
Passes for revamped Roger Ebert’s Film Festival go on sale Nov. 1
Oct 30, 2018 10:00 am586 views
Passes for the 21th annual Roger Ebert’s Film Festival, shortened from five days to four, go on sale Nov. 1.
Krannert Center’s new assisted listening system to benefit patrons with hearing loss
Sep 19, 2018 10:30 am933 views
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts has a new assisted listening system to help patrons with hearing impairment enjoy performances.
From Chicago art to Chinese ceramics, Krannert Art Museum tells stories through its collections
Sep 17, 2018 8:30 am624 views
Krannert Art Museum exhibitions highlight Chicago art and blue and white ceramics from its collection.
Ebert Symposium to feature IMAX film, astronaut videographer, storytelling with data
Sep 13, 2018 10:15 am881 views
The first Roger Ebert Symposium will explore the cinematic presentation of science with help from an IMAX film shot from space, a former astronaut and a diverse group of academics and experts.
Adaptation of ‘The Turn of the Screw’ premieres at Krannert Center following artistic residency
Sep 11, 2018 12:30 pm337 views
The New York-based Builders Association theater company will premiere “STRANGE WINDOW: The Turn of the Screw,” a new take on Henry James’ novella, at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. The company developed the production during a residency at Krannert Center.
Flatlands Dance Film Festival kicks off dance department’s 50th year with ‘If the Dancer Dances,’ short films
Aug 27, 2018 9:15 am598 views
The Flatlands Dance Film Festival – the largest in the Midwest – will kick off the 50th anniversary season of the University of Illinois dance department.
‘Illinois Artists’ documentary showcases talented faculty members, students and alumni
Aug 16, 2018 8:30 am700 views
A pioneering ballerina, a groundbreaking theater company and nationally known jazz musicians are featured in a new program on the Big Ten Network. “Illinois Artists” captures University of Illinois performing arts professors, students and alumni performing in New York, Chicago and Urbana. The 30-minute documentary premieres Aug. 21 at 11 p.m. CT on BTN.
Krannert Art Museum programs to bring art and students together
Aug 15, 2018 8:00 am549 views
Krannert Art Museum aims to attract more students with new programs that include social activities, internships and free student memberships.
Krannert Center residency gives choreographer Jessica Lang resources to create new work
Aug 14, 2018 8:00 am322 views
Choreographer Jessica Lang’s new dance piece, created during a residency at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, was inspired by the cultures and layers of history making up urban landscapes.
Illinois lecturer receives Eisner Award for ‘Kindred’ graphic novel adaptation
Jul 31, 2018 9:15 am837 views
University of Illinois lecturer and alumnus Damian Duffy won an Eisner Award for the graphic novel adaptation of Octavia Butler’s science fiction novel “Kindred” that he created with U. of I. alumnus John Jennings.
Krannert Art Museum’s $10 million campaign supports acquisitions of work by female artists
Jul 25, 2018 9:45 am495 views
Krannert Art Museum has expanded its collection by acquiring more works by female artists of the 20th century, with the support of a recently concluded five-year, $10 million fundraising initiative.
Summer concerts by string musicians part of music workshop at Illinois
Jul 20, 2018 9:15 am625 views
Several world-class string musicians will perform at the University of Illinois as part of a summer string workshop.

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