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REVIEW: ‘Insatiable' second season loses focus with unnecessary plot lines
On the outside, Patty Bladell’s life looks perfect. She’s beautiful, thin and has the guy everyone wants. But Patty is far from just her appearance, as the beauty queen has a dark secret: she's a murderer. The Netflix original series “Insatiable” released its second season on Oct. 11, with 10 crazy episodes that take the viewer on a ride even more insane than last season.
The Daily Nebraskan’s predictions for College GameDay celebrity guest picker
With guest tickets selling out in less than a minute, the Nebraska Cornhuskers are ready to take on the Ohio State Buckeyes at Memorial Stadium this Saturday, Sept. 28, at 6:30 p.m. Not only is this one of the most anticipated games of the year, but on Sept. 21, ESPN’s College GameDay announced they are packing their bags and broadcasting live in Lincoln for the first time since 2007.
Lincoln Calling marks 16th year with headliners Soccer Mommy and Cautious Clay
As September nears its end, the streets of downtown Lincoln are lined with posters and advertisements for the Lincoln Calling music festival. With four days of over 80 music acts, Lincoln Calling has become one of the most anticipated music festivals Lincoln has ever known. In the past, Lincoln Calling has hosted headliners like Charli XCX and Lion Babe, and this year, the fest brings in Lee Fields & The Expressions, Soccer Mommy, Cautious Clay and A Tribe Called Red.
Jazz in June vendors cherish bond with customers, new and old
Jazz in June will center around different musical acts throughout the month of June, but the sweet and salty smells of the different vendors can just as easily steal the show. Linda Hubka, the market manager for Jazz in June, has curated the festival’s food vendors for nearly two decades. Hubka originally worked for an ambulance company in Lincoln, which was taken over by the fire department around 19 years ago.
I Don’t Know How But They Found Me brings high energy performance to the Bourbon
Hours before a buzzing crowd filled the Bourbon Theater Friday night, fans lined up under the blazing sun, waiting to see new wave pop rock band, I Don't Know How But They Found Me, on its headlining tour with indie rockers Twin XL. iDKHOW is a Utah-based duo comprised of bassist and lead vocalist Dallon Weekes and drummer Ryan Seaman.
Q&A: Pop rock duo I Don’t Know How But They Found Me discusses songwriting influences, album
Ever since the official launch of musical project I Don’t Know How But They Found Me in 2017, people from all over the world have discovered the young band and connected with their music. The new wave pop rock duo comprised of Dallon Weekes and Ryan Seaman is currently on tour for its EP, “1981 Extended Play,” released in Nov. 2018.
Celebration of Shakespeare’s 455th birthday to include music, sonnet readings
Over 400 years after his death, William Shakespeare’s works have stood the test of time as staples and icons of English literature. To mark the 455th birthday of the man known for classics like “Romeo and Juliet” and “Hamlet,” the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Department of English and Department of Medieval and Renaissance Studies Program will host the Bard Birthday Bash: Shakespeare Turns 455 on April 23, at 1 p.m. in Andrews Hall’s Bailey Library.
Season two of ‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ shows darker side of magic
Sabrina’s life is about to get a lot darker, if that’s even possible. The first part of the successful Netflix series “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” was released last October, and Netflix has ended the feverish anticipation for the second part, which dropped on April 5. The show follows Sabrina Spellman (Kiernan Shipka), a teenager in the town of Greendale who is secretly a witch. Last season, she was forced to choose between her two lives: a predisposition toward the light or her human side.
REVIEW: Amy Schumer focuses on marriage, pregnancy, arrest in ‘Growing’
Amy Schumer returns to the stage a very different women from last year. Now married, pregnant and formerly incarcerated, Schumer has a lot to catch audiences up on in her life. Her second stand-up special to hit Netflix, “Amy Schumer: Growing,” was released on March 19. The hour-long comedy special recorded in Chicago focused heavily on the major development in Schumer’s life –– her pregnancy. After marrying Chris Fischer in early 2018, she is now expecting their first child.
REVIEW: Netflix’s ‘Queer Eye’ brings heart, acceptance to viewers’ screens
TV's favorite quintet is back at it again, changing lives with its knowledge in style, grooming, diet, culture and home design –– giving them the expertise to provide the perfect makeover. The third season of the Netflix Original series “Queer Eye” premiered on March 15 and brought the gang back together for another eight episodes. “Queer Eye” follows five gay men who embark as a group to collectively give lifestyle makeovers to one lucky person — or pair — each week.
REVIEW: ‘After Life’ explores life as a widower with laughter, tears
Life after the death of a partner can be difficult. Tony, the main character of Netflix’s new series “After Life,” sees no way to be truly alive without his wife as he starts his life as a widower. Comedian Ricky Gervais wrote, directed and starred in “After Life,” a dramatic comedy series released on Netflix on March 8. The story follows Tony (Gervais), a middle-aged man who recently lost his wife, Lisa (Kerry Godliman), to cancer.
Editing, publishing course trains students hands-on as industry professionals
As students work together under the pressure of creating an entire literary journal in less than a semester, the reality sets in of what life is actually like for those who work for publishing companies of all sizes. English 355, also known as Editing and the Publishing Industry, is an English course at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for juniors and seniors who want to learn how to navigate the publishing world as they aim to make a career out of their writing.
REVIEW: Netflix’s ‘Losers’ covers athletes’ stories of defeat, second chances
Losing is the worst outcome imaginable for most people, especially athletes on an international stage. The Netflix Original eight-episode docuseries, “Losers,” follows those athletes and illustrates how their falls from grace were second chances at life. The collection of sport stories explores athletic defeats around the world and how they affected each athlete’s life. The show dives into the competitive world of a multitude of sports, including soccer, figure skating and boxing.
REVIEW: ‘The Umbrella Academy’ stands out against Marvel, DC superhero stories
In a time when superhero stories are dominated by Marvel and DC, it can be difficult for other comic series to stand out. But Netflix’s newest series, “The Umbrella Academy,” which is based on the Dark Horse comic book series, forces audiences to pay attention with its new twist on the superhero tale. The series was released on Feb. 15, with the first season consisting of 10 episodes.
English department hosts annual literary contest for all types of student writers
Every spring, English majors with all types of backgrounds find their best writing to submit to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s literary contests. Hosted by the Department of English, submissions are currently being accepted and applications will be available on the department’s website through March 1, with monetary prizes awarded to the winners.
UNL graduate students to present writing through No Name Reading Series
Though public speaking may not be for everyone, a few students live for the thrill of performing their work live. For over 20 years, The No Name Reading Series provided graduate students in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s English department a chance to read an original piece of their choosing in front of an audience. Graduate students Zoe McDonald, Jordan Charlton and David Henson will perform in front their peers at Indigo Bridge Books at 6:30 p.m. on Jan.
REVIEW: Netflix’s ‘Conversation with a Killer’ brings Ted Bundy case back to life
As one of the most famous serial killers of all time, just the name Ted Bundy is enough to remind people who lived during his four-year rampage of the countless atrocities he committed. In a new Netflix Original four-episode docuseries, “Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes,” the audience gets to hear Bundy’s actual thoughts about the murders and the events leading up to them, along with interviews from people who floated in and out of his life.
New ax-throwing venue Tomahawks to open in downtown Lincoln
For someone new to the universe of ax throwing, it can be a surprising sight to walk into a building and see people throwing axes and drinking alcohol without hesitation. But the concept is coming soon to downtown Lincoln. Tomahawks is a new recreational ax-throwing business, located in Lincoln’s Haymarket at 815 O Street, across the street from the Graduate Hotel. The business was created by three partners, brothers Shad Kearns and Shane Kearns and their friend Tommy Winn.
All-female a cappella group Take Note creates cohesive sound, forms friendships
Kate Fox saw a need to do something about the lack of choral groups on campus, so she decided to give female students a chance to sing despite the limited number of affiliations on campus.Take Note is an all-female singing group that will soon be the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s newest recognized student organization.Fox, a sophomore marketing major, president and founder of the group, was part of an a cappella group in high school and said it was an important part of her life.
A night in Neihardt: A DN paranormal investigation
Residents and faculty members of Neihardt Residence Hall have been unnerved by flickering lights and whispering voices over the past eight decades. With a building that holds as much history as Neihardt, there is a dark past around every corner.In 1932, Neihardt, which at that point was known as Raymond Hall, was built as a female-only dorm for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
French Table gives UNL students casual atmosphere to learn French
On most Thursday nights, students hang out with friends or study for their Friday lecture, but at Yia Yia’s Pizza and Beer, located at 1423 O St., a group of students have different plans.The French Table has University of Nebraska-Lincoln students from all backgrounds and majors meet once a week from 3:30-5 p.m. to sharpen their French language skills while enjoying a meal together.
Roxane Gay returns to Lincoln for book signing, discuses life beyond writing
As fans of Roxane Gay, the New York Times bestselling author, entered the Nebraska Union, they were greeted by a line that wrapped around the whole second floor from the Centennial room through every hallway on the level. People arrived hours early to claim their spots for the first come, first served event, and kept themselves busy in line until the event began at 7 p.m.Gay has produced multiple novels, writing in both fiction and her personal stories.
The New York Times best-seller Roxane Gay to kick off Creative Writing Month at UNL
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has produced countless notable alumni, including Warren Buffet, Jimmy Carter and Roxane Gay, The New York Times best-selling author who writes about her life struggles with gender, trauma and sexuality through fiction, nonfiction and essays.As part of UNL’s Creative Writing Reading Series, the former creative writing student will talk about her writing in the Centennial Room of the Nebraska Union on Thursday, Oct.
UNL’s homecoming weekend kicks off with free country concert
With the sun setting on East Campus, University of Nebraska-Lincoln students felt the first chills of fall on the night of Sept. 27. The University Program Council hosted its annual homecoming concert, with country acts Eric Paslay and Drake White & The Big Fire performing to start the weekend’s festivities.When entering East Campus, it was difficult for passersby to not hear the blaring music coming from the concert.
David Romano to speak on mental illness, depression at Snapping the Stigma event
David Romano has battled depression since he was a child, but has found a way to cope with his mental illness and speaks to groups all over the world about the topic. After attempting suicide and dealing with an inability to move past the idea of being perfect, he came to the realization that nobody is, and that’s okay.On Wednesday, Sept.
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REVIEW: Plain White T's bring exciting mix of old and new songs to Lied Center
With the lights low and instruments resting alone onstage, the crowd at the Lied Center for Performing Arts screamed as the Grammy-nominated band Plain White T’s walked onto the stage.
Before Lied Center shows, Plain White T's discuss new music and life after "Hey There Delilah"
With the rain pouring on downtown Lincoln on Thursday night, a few members of the Plain White T’s sat down in the Miller Time restaurant at the Cornhusker Hotel.
Plain White T’s to perform at Lied Center, free for UNL students
The Plain White T’s, fresh off the release of their eighth album, “Parallel Universe,” are coming to the Lied Center for Performing Arts on Sept. 21.The band will perform two shows.
Eddie Branch utilizes emotions to create own personal style of music
For Lincoln rapper Eddie Branch, music is about more than fame and fortune. It’s a way to release his emotions instead of a commercial ploy to reach audiences around the globe.In September, he released his debut album, “I Met A Woman and It’s Going Well,” an 11-track album of Branch’s personal stories mixed into his style and esoteric lyricism.Branch became captivated by music through family.
UNL graduate opens yoga studio, hopes to bring happiness to others
It’s hard to believe Jacy Schwager wasn’t always the level-headed, thoughtful woman from small-town Chambers, Nebraska, that people view her as today. After finding serenity through meditation, she aimed to bring such composure to others, which sparked the idea of opening her own yoga studio — Hinterland Asana + Meditation.Schwager dealt with anxiety when she studied at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, following a series of illnesses that led to her catching shingles during finals week.
BRODERICK: “The Simpsons” creator exceeds expectations with Netflix Original
With Matt Groening, the mastermind behind shows like “The Simpsons” and “Futurama,” launching a new sitcom surrounding magic, evil and crowns, it’s hard not to be interested.The animated show “Disenchantment” is a Netflix Original, with its first 10 episodes released on Aug. 17.
UNL students gather for reading of ‘Iliad’ at Homerathon
At 7 a.m. on Thursday, April 19, groups of University of Nebraska-Lincoln students, faculty, community members and children sat in the Nebraska Union green space, listening to a reading of Homer’s classic “Iliad.” The sunshine and warm weather brought several attendees who planned to stay through the full 24 hours of Homerathon, ending at 7 a.m. on Friday, April 20. +4 Nicholas Wensel, senior German major Photo by Kayla Solorzano Nicholas Wensel, senior German major “I am a classics minor.
UNL’s Homerathon intertwines marathon reading of Homer’s ‘Iliad’, activities
After Michael Lippman, a University of Nebraska–Lincoln classics and religious studies professor, received international recognition in 2012 for his Homerathon at the University of Arizona, UNL decided to replicate the event.The Homerathon is a 24-hour reading of the infamous “Iliad,” with plenty of activities intertwined to keep guests interacting.
Parquet Courts and Lion Babe to headline 15th Lincoln Calling festival
With over 8,000 music lovers flocking to the Star City for the Lincoln Calling festival last September, the event has grown increasingly in lineup size and ticket sales since its start in 2003.With the dates for the 2018 show set for Sept. 17-22, the nonprofit event is celebrating its 15th year, and the first round of the lineup was announced Monday.New York post-punk band Parquet Courts, whose new album “Wide Awake” drops in May, headlines the festival.
REVIEW: ‘Game Over, Man!’ full of cheesy humor, interesting scenes
Heist movies have been done a thousand times, both seriously and comically, but the Netflix Original movie “Game Over, Man!” deserves to be the number one, with its poorly timed humor and cast of well-known actors.The film, starring “Workaholics” creators Adam DeVine, Blake Anderson and Anders Holm, uses deadpan humor to push along an otherwise mediocre tale.“Game Over, Man!” follows three housekeepers in Los Angeles who work at a fancy hotel and dream of becoming millionaires from their...
UNL’s African Poetry Book Fund celebrates 5th anniversary
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is constantly finding new ways to celebrate diversity. The African Poetry Book Fund, an organization aimed at promoting the writing and publication of African poetry, is celebrating its fifth anniversary and highlighting its contributors’ hard work with an interactive exhibit, available all week at Love Library.
REVIEW: Netflix’s ‘Santa Clarita Diet’ solidifies direction in 2nd season
Putting a twist on the typical zombie apocalypse narrative, the Netflix original series “Santa Clarita Diet” spends its second season solidifying the show’s direction.The show’s first season followed two realtors, Sheila (Drew Barrymore) and Joel Hammond (Timothy Olyphant), along with their teenage daughter, Abby (Liv Hewson). After eating some bad clams, Sheila dies then comes back to life, craving human flesh.
UNL Slam Poets sell personalized poems for national competition finds
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has a wide range of clubs to join, including the competitive Slam Poetry team that presents its original poems to audiences on campus and across the U.S.According to Helen Winston, a junior political science major and one of the six poets on the team, slam poetry is a competitive art form in which poets perform for three minutes, and then a panel judges their performance.The team is trying to fund the journey to the national competition in Philadelphia,...
Local band of UNL students to host release party for new album
After a year of performing around Lincoln, psychedelic rock band Threesome Egos has completed its first EP, “And Then There Were Four,” which is set to release later this month. With current UNL students Pierce Bower, Heladio Perez and Colten Welch, along with Welch’s brother Bradyn Welch, the group focuses on promoting their free music and giving back to their community.Driven by idols like Arctic Monkeys and The Grateful Dead, Threesome Egos absorbed the bands’ song structures and raw talent.
Nebraska Repertory Theatre to premiere rendition of ‘Avenue Q’
Every college student understands the fear of settling into life after graduation. “Avenue Q,” a Tony Award-winning musical, tells the story every new adult goes through but with a twist.From March 2 through March 16, the Nebraska Repertory Theatre — the state’s only professional regional theatre — will stage its rendition of “Avenue Q” at the Johnny Carson Theater.Nick Prior, a senior theatre major at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, is a cast member of the show.
UNL student uses passion for trivia to compete on ‘Jeopardy!’
Alex Hotovy grew up playing different trivia games with his family, not knowing that one day his passion would lead him to Los Angeles. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln junior advertising and public relations and history double major has been preparing for an appearance on one of the most iconic game shows of all time – “Jeopardy!”Hotovy said his love of trivia came from his father, who was part of a trivia bowl team at his college, the University of Colorado-Boulder.
The best movies to watch this Valentine’s day
Whether you are spending this Valentine's Day with your friends or with that special someone, there are plenty of movies for any type of night. From tearjerkers to comedies, this is a list of films that everyone should watch, no matter if you are madly in love or couldn't imagine the thought of being weighed down by another person. So, instead of rolling out the big bucks this Valentine’s Day, here are five great movies that will make any date a success. 1.
Former Nebraskan returns, puts twist on food at Lincoln restaurant, Nate’s Place
Located on N 48th St. in the University Place neighborhood is a small restaurant with some big flavors and even bigger dreams. Open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch, Nate’s Place offers a variety of foods from chili to all-you-can-eat pancakes. After living all over the country, owner Nate Ushio finally settled in his home state of Nebraska and opened his restaurant in Lincoln.Ushio grew up in small-town Alliance, Nebraska, until he went to college at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
"The Sound of Music" Lied Center performance entertains, differs from film
“The Sound of Music” has been an iconic film since its release in 1965, hence the excitement for the national tour making its way to The Lied Center for Performing Arts this weekend. With the movie’s great plot and amazing cast, including a young Julie Andrews, it is no wonder the film still resonates with people today. Based on a true story, the musical is about a young woman named Maria (Jill-Christine Wiley) who is trying to become a nun in a pre-World War II Austria.
Polka Police meshes polka with rock, entertains without limits
The Nebraska area has accumulated quite the local music scene, showcasing a wide range of acts from metal to top-40 pop, but Omaha-based duo, Polka Police, is a group that almost can't be explained with words.Polka Police is a polka-rock group made up of two brothers, Jamie and Jason Burmeister. Jamie goes by the stage name “Lieutenant Lederhosen,” stemming from the rank of a police officer and his choice performance outfit of lederhosen. Jason uses the name “Sgt.
REVIEW: Lazy writing forces ‘A Christmas Prince’ into Netflix’s flop list
The holiday season is often filled with new songs and movies encompassing the feeling we associate with that time of year. Netflix, which has been trying to produce more original content, with 25 new movies airing in 2017, tried its hand at holiday-themed films.On Nov.
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