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Rude Mechanicals bring 'Rosencrantz' to life, stage

By Madalyn Wasilczuk | April 5

Rude Mechanicals will bring the minor characters of "Hamlet" to life as it puts on "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead" April 6-8 in the Tavern. "We chose this particular play for several reasons, the most important of which are that it is a classic, it is hilarious as well as moving and handles existential themes that are relevant today," Director Lauren Barredo, a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences, said.

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Swank takes stab at horror genre with biblical drama

By John Grooms | April 5

Hilary Swank may have one of the best track records in Hollywood today. After recently receiving a star on the "Walk of Fame" and winning both her Oscar nominations, it seems Swank could have just about any role she desires. In her latest film, "The Reaping," Swank decides to take a break from her usual dramatic, heartfelt roles and return to her first supernatural thriller in over seven years.

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Washington Ballet thrills crowds with dance

By Vanessa C. Mueller | April 5

The Washington Ballet never ceases to amaze audiences with its athleticism, grace and intricate performances. Its most recent show was yet another tremendous example of skill and more proof that the District now has a company on par with any other city in the world.

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Katzen exhibits feature accomplished, aspiring artists

By Hilary Crowe | April 5

While AU boasts a location in the District just a few Metro stops from the Smithsonian Institution's cultural fortresses on the Mall, few students are aware that not only is the Katzen Arts Center home to its own art museum; it also features traveling exhibits by artists from the AU community and beyond.

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'The Lookout' offers insight into human mind

By Ashleight Bartolik | April 5

"Whoever has the money has the power." That's the key phrase that sets Chris Pratt on a journey that will drastically change his life. Written and directed by Scott Frank (Get Shorty), "The Lookout" follows Chris, a once revered high school athlete seriously injured in a car accident.

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Lia's offers ambiance but fails service, food

By Drew Richardson | April 2

Lia's 4435 Willard Avenue Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (240) 223-5427 $10-$27 Grade: C- For more than seven years, Chef Geoff's has been a fixture on the AU campus scene. Located just a block away from campus, the fare ranges from basic (cheeseburgers and stone pizza pies) to elegant (seared yellowfin tuna and rack of lamb with mint pesto).

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Triple DJ gig sways 9:30 club audience

By Cameron Conway | April 2

Last Friday, the 9:30 club was transformed from everyone's most beloved concert venue to a dance floor paradise as the club owners turned down the distortion and turned up the bass. Canada natives MSTRKRFT and the British DJ John Digweed were the main focus of the evening and provided a backbone upon which the audience could dance to its heart's content.

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Top Ten Reasons We Miss the 1990s

April 2

Sure, the 21st century is cool. The iPhone looks like something from a Stephen Spielberg movie and pretty soon, dogs will probably be able to talk. But every now and again, we catch ourselves quietly yearning for simpler times. Despite how recent they were and how young we still are, there are still several reasons to pine for days past.

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Celebrities, old friends roast William Shatner

By Bryan Koenig | April 2

"The Roast of William Shatner" Comedy Central 80 minutes $19.99 Now available Grade: A One of the best parts of "Star Trek" is picking it apart scene by scene. Of course, no one in that entire show has been nitpicked more than William Shatner. While Shatner has appeared in other television series and films, he is beyond any doubt best known for "Star Trek.

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Audience may find meeting 'John Doe' tricky business

By Madalyn Wasilczuk | April 2

Not many productions make their debut at Ford's Theatre. In fact, it's been more than five years since a world premiere graced the historic stage. But in "Meet John Doe," Ford's has found something that was well worth waiting for. The musical, based on the 1941 Oscar-nominated Frank Capra film of the same title, takes place in Great Depression-era New York City.

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Practice earns reward for Sitar Center

By Josh Kramer | April 2

Passing students saw it in Mary Graydon last Thursday and Friday. Many people's reaction to the giant cube was similar to Spencer Siegal's. "What's going on?" Siegal, a freshman in the School of Public Affairs, asked. Lucie Jaronowski, president of the Spinoza Practice Club and a freshman in SPA, explained that the reason a woman was playing the cello in a large, partly transparent cube was to raise money for a good cause.

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'South Park' continues humorous, daring legacy

April 2

"South Park: The Complete Ninth Season" Comedy Central $49.99 Now available Grade: B+ Who knew that Trey Parker and Matt Stone's cute, foul-mouthed cartoon kids would still be making headlines after all this time? Comedy Central just released the ninth season of the popular show on DVD, and it contains some of the series' best and most controversial bits.

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Austin Grill serves up spicy, delicious Tex-Mex goodness

By Ruben Luong | April 2

Austin Grill 7278 Woodmont Avenue Metro: Bethesda (red line) www.austingrill.com $9-$12 Grade: A- The next time that craving for Mexican food takes over, avoid walking into Guapo's in Tenleytown and instead take the Metro to Bethesda's Austin Grill for some savory Tex-Mex.

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French-themed film festival at Greenberg

By Madalyn Wasilczuk | April 2

The Washington, D.C., International Film Festival returns to the District April 19 through 29, this year with a geographic focus on France, titled "Voila Cinema!" The festival's opening night gala will feature "La Vie en Rose," a film starring Marion Cotillard and G?rard Depardieu about the life of Edith Piaf.

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Tech bits

April 2

Sonic, Mario face off in Olympics 2008 game When we were kids, Nintendo's competition wasn't coming from Sony and Microsoft. Before consoles went 3-D, it was Nintendo vs. Sega. Mario was the most recognized name in video games but a blue hedgehog named Sonic was increasing in popularity almost as fast as the little guy could run.

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Freedom to Marry day brings debate to colleges

By Iliana Imberman Berkowitz | April 2

Marriage, an institution old and sacred, is the most recognized public declaration of love. When a couple decides to wed, assuming it's for love, friends and family generally coo over the betrothed and a general feeling of happiness abounds. Such displays occurred this past week, when congratulations were given all around to freshly hitched students who decided to tie the knot at Freedom to Marry Day on Thursday.

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Moving to New York: an isolating experience

By Benjamin Lozovsky | March 29

Oh boy! Did you read the news today? I hope you did, because I sure didn't. I missed what Eurasian pan-epidemic was stirring the global marketplace, didn't seem to catch the newest allegations against the Revenge Department (I'm sorry, did I say revenge? I meant Justice), didn't even examine the latest ex-starlet toxicology screen or wade chest-deep through any month-old, drug-ridden stomach contents.

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