The Echo

Local artist and ASU alumna Amanda Adkins pictured at her Grand Avenue studio on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017.

The business of art: ASU grads bring practical skills to a creative field

As art students prepare to enter the workforce, their business and marketing skills can be just important as their talent.

By Jasmine Spearing-Bowen | January 30, 2017

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X Or, Betty Shabazz v. The Nation, by Marcus Gardley, directed by Ian Belknap
The Acting Company 1/25/17
Lighting Design: Mary Louise Geiger
Scenic Design: Lee Savage
Costume Design: Candice Donnelly

Photograph © T Charles Erickson
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The Acting Company to bring two touring productions to the Valley with company’s first all-black cast

The company will present dual productions of Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" and "X," a brand-new play about the life and assassination of Malcolm X. Company members say they hope the productions will help spark a new interest in the two historical figures.

By Skylar Mason | January 30, 2017

Getting physical: ASU students can take these electives to get moving and earn credits

Looking for new electives to take? Check out some of art electives that ASU offers.

By Emily Ditomasso | January 30, 2017

Natasha Murdock teaches a class on World Building in fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017.

MFA students mentor community with craft writing talks

MFA candidates held ASU's first Writer's Craft conference, encouraging students and community members to improve creative writing skills.

By Carson Mlnarik | January 29, 2017

ASU Philharmonia provides performance opportunities for non-music majors

The Philharmonia is a musical ensemble at ASU that Dr. Jason Caslor started in fall 2016 to provide string players of all majors an opportunity to play their instruments in a group setting.

By Mark Quinones | January 26, 2017

ASU's film program seeks to educate students on representation

Students, professors and the ASU Theater strive to make a diverse change as a result of the lack of representation in the Film Industry.

By Carson Mlnarik | January 26, 2017

Islamic Community Center of Tempe welcomes Muslim students into community with hijab exchange

The Tempe Islamic Center's hijab exchange event is just one example of what is available to Muslim ASU students seeking a religious community.

By Carly Golding | January 26, 2017

Handmade pizzas from the Grand Avenue Pizza Company in Phoenix, Arizona on Jan. 19, 2017.

Pizza for Downtown Sun Devils

College students eat a lot of pizza. Here are two within one mile of ASU's Downtown Phoenix campus.

By Jorge Ramos | January 23, 2017

Jessica Kelley, a design student and the founder of the Haus of Miw line of matching clothing for babies and pets, pictured here with her  daughter and cat.

Local groups provide new opportunities for Valley fashion designers

The Arizona fashion industry is quickly growing with new opportunities for students and aspiring designers.

By Jasmine Spearing-Bowen | January 23, 2017

Rachel Sugihara, left, and Jenny Davie take part in Friday's 1920s-themed festivities at the Arizona Science Center. The monthly events are designed to engage local adults.

Not just for kids: After hours at the Arizona Science Center

Monthly events bring science and cocktails together for a unique educational experience in Downtown Phoenix. ASU students may even get a grade for going.

By Jasmine Spearing-Bowen | January 23, 2017

Dawson Gurley poses for a photo at the ASU Tempe campus in Spring 2016.

Tempe Youtuber pranks students at ASU, seeks to make positive change

A Tempe YouTuber has recently reached two million subscribers. As he continues to film at the ASU campus, he hopes to always bring joy and positivity to the community.

By Thalia España | January 22, 2017

Patsy "Skyline" Lowry discusses her art at her "Arizona Spirits" gallery in the State Senate Museum in Phoenix, Arizona.

ASU alum's exhibit sets foundation for art on senate grounds

With a collection of bright colors and designs, ASU alumni Patsy "Skyline" Lowry's work introduces local art into senate museum.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | January 22, 2017

Spring Involvement Fair, Jan. 17, 2017 (2)

Join up: arts and culture clubs recruiting for spring semester

Get involved this semester by joining a new art, service or culture club and find your home on campus. There are nearly 1,000 clubs on campus looking for new members.

By Carly Golding | January 17, 2017

Members of AZ Saber raise up their lightsabers right before a battle at the MU in Oct. 2016.

Geek culture meets student culture

Geek culture has merged with students' personal lives through clubs, trivia nights and movies in the park.

By Jillian Haynie | December 1, 2016

Alexandra Birch poses for a photo with her violin.

Music as tool for understanding: A student's exploration through violin

As a part of ASU's upcoming Doctoral Recital Series, Alexandra Birch will highlight different cultures through a violin performance.

By Owen Baldner | December 1, 2016

The Rinky Dink editorial team poses for the release of "series one." Their second launch, featuring a set of 10 new zines, will take place at Grand Central Coffee on Dec. 8.

ASU-based zine packs a poetry punch in a tiny package

The rinky dink press, founded by ASU professor Rosemarie Dombrowski, will be launching its second series of zines at Grand Central Coffee from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8.

By May Phan | November 30, 2016

The cast of "Mamma Mia!" will come to ASU's Gammage starting on Dec. 6 as part of the show's farewell tour.

Here we go again: the farewell tour of 'Mamma Mia!' to bring timeless musical to ASU Gammage

The hit musical "Mamma Mia!" invites all to a time full of song, dance and laughter.

By Karisma Sandoval | November 30, 2016

Combining passion and filmmaking at the ASU Fall Film Capstone Showcase

This year's ASU Fall Film Capstone Showcase will be screening films from various genres by selected senior film students.

By Marcella Baietto | November 30, 2016

Graduate students Aihua Zhang, Yeil Park, Vladmir Gebe and Yang-Fen Chen of The Herberger Quarter pose for a photo before their recital at the ASU Kerr Cultural Center in May, 2016. The group will be performing on Wednesday, Nov. 30, in the Recital Hall on the Tempe campus.

Putting art into action: Four of Herberger’s finest to bring their passion for classical music to the stage

The Herberger School of Music's string quartet will be performing the works of Beethoven, as well as other composers, at its concert on Wednesday.

By Kiya Gaskin | November 28, 2016

Clark Park farmer's market attendees purchase produce from vendors on Nov. 19, 2016.

Clark Park farmer's market offers a unique local feel

This local farmer's market resides in a community garden that was once a city pool.

By Carly Henry | November 22, 2016

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