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Hostile Work Environment performs Beatles covers for the Cover the Crescent charity event Beatles vs. The Stones. All proceeds went to the Sounds Academy for music education. Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017.

Charity fundraises to provide music education for Valley students

Local bands channeled The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to raise money for music education in Phoenix.

By Jasmine Spearing-Bowen | February 6, 2017

Courtesy photo of the greasers in the cast of Greasepaint Youth Theatre's production of Grease. The show will be on stage from Feb. 10-19, 2017.

From 'Rydell High' to ASU: Students juggle stage and school life

Student actors juggle school and stage responsibilities during Grease production

By Emily Ditomasso | February 5, 2017

ASU Masters Student, Mike Largent, on set and character during The Final Bow: "A Mountain Goat's Dialogue" taken at the Nelson Fine Arts Center on Feb. 3, 2017.

Audiences are encouraged to “Move” with one man show

Mike Largent performs one man show "Move: A Mountain Goat's Monologue" as part of MFA "The Final Bow" series.

By Carson Mlnarik | February 5, 2017

ASU West creates Black History Month mural to emphasize student identity

Black History Month mural emphasizes student identity from The State Press on Vimeo. The Black Student Union at ASU's West campus is collaborating with muralist Kyra Trent to paint a mural featuring affirmations of identity written by students and staff.

By Mark Quinones | February 2, 2017

Students face large divide between STEM and art majors

Students and faculty discuss the difficulties of producing well-rounded graduates without exposing students to more than a narrow subset of disciplines and perspectives.

By Carly Golding | February 2, 2017

The Crepe Club is relatively unknown, with only small lines on even busy days, such as this on the afternoon of Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017.

Crepes on campus: The Crepe Club provides new food options on Tempe campus

The Crepe Club provides new food options to students away from the Memorial Union, and will give out free crepes in February to draw in more customers.

By Chris McCrory | February 1, 2017

The art of giving back: Barrett students volunteer at Beautiful Soles

Students can allow their creative sides to flourish with Barrett service events.

By Carly Golding | January 31, 2017

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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http://tcharleserickson.photoshelter.com/

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

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