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February 21, 2012
Film
Oscar Preview 2012
The most famous movie stars, the biggest entertainers and the most coveted statuette all converge Sunday night for the 84th Academy Awards. Whether you made it to all of these movies in 2011 or just tune in for the dresses, Lin and Allegra have you covered.
Arts Corner
In defense of the Academy Awards
Imagine, for a moment, that the Academy Awards didn’t exist. And imagine, though this might be even more of a… Read more »
February 20, 2012
Feature
Preventing and treating, one case at a time
Madison’s AIDS Network responds to community needs statewide
Music
Deadmeat Tour brings one-two electro-dub punch to Madison
STEVE AOKI: “I’m just in the business of music and everything that it involves.” Those were the words of California-based… Read more »
Low-Fat Tuesday
Quest for quick and healthy packaged foods
Sometimes during a busy semester, it can seem like you’re just living from one packaged meal to the next. With… Read more »
February 19, 2012
Music
Sweat, samba and smiles at Carnaval
Two-day party at the Majestic brought the sounds, fervor and flavor of Rio to Madison
Music
UW singers hit the money note
Wisconsin A Capella Showcase groups sang to raise money for Relay for Life
Arts Corner
Selling sellouts short in the age of commercialism
Camped out in the Herald office during the Super Bowl, my head jerked up when the familiar strains of Avicii’s… Read more »
February 17, 2012
Multimedia
Just Bust
Just Bust is an open mic event held the first Friday of every month.… Read more »
February 16, 2012
Point/Counterpoint
The real Best New Artist
Point: The Weeknd Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon was not 2011’s Best New Artist, no matter what’s engraved on that Grammy… Read more »
Art
Houdini exhibit brings a little magic to Madison
MMoCA art exhibit offers vivid look into famed magician’s life
February 15, 2012
Music
“Arrow” comes close to the mark
Along with the chocolate and flowers, this past Valentine’s Day was the release date for Arrow, the newest offering by… Read more »
Reviews
‘Shame’ masterful cinematic triumph
Despite unforgiving, explicit material, new film emotional, stunning tour de force
Dairyland Down-Low
Squeaky delicacies special Wis. tradition
At a young age, I learned that the cheese curd is perhaps Wisconsin’s finest delicacy. With this knowledge comes power.… Read more »
Column
Bars offer fulfillment of karaoke dreams
When the night gets to be not-so-young, karaoke can seem like a good idea. In a somewhat out-of-character move, my… Read more »
Monthly Archives
Multimedia
- February 17, 2012 Just Bust
- February 1, 2012 UW faculty work on display in ‘Compendium 2012’
- October 28, 2011 Haunted Hoofers’ Fright Fest
- October 20, 2011 Galleries, walkways open to students
- September 26, 2011 Science is fun
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February 14, 2012
SpotOn
High art and cheap beer
Classical Revolution Madison brings Beethoven, Brahms and Bach to bar time
Comedy
Local comics compete in yearly pro-judged contest
‘Madison’s Funniest’ showcases multitude of comedy hopefuls
Feature
Words, wine at monthly event
Free music, tight quarters highlight Book Swap, based on Parisian parties
February 13, 2012
Hump Day
When going soft is OK: Romance, Hump Day style
Happy Valentine’s Day, Hump Day readers! Okay, okay, so Valentine’s Day was yesterday. But for those of you who wait until… Read more »
February 13, 2012
Chew On This
Fed for less bread: Cheap eats round up
As much as I hate to play into the “starving college student” stereotype, I have to admit I’m a little… Read more »
Comedy
Demetri Martin review. Positive.
Deadpanning comic’s riotous Madison show full of one-liners, clever insights
February 12, 2012
Music
The Heartless Bastards win Madison’s heart with gritty performance
In a triumphant return to Madison, the Heartless Bastards show at the High Noon Saloon rested on fusing opposing forces… Read more »
Feature
‘Bunnicula’ haunts Playhouse
Adapted from well-loved children’s book, story of vampire rabbit fuzzy for kids but packing teeth adults will appreciate
