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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


The Creative Writing program on average accepts half of the applicants that apply to its year-long sequence programs, according to program director Juan Martinez.

NU Creative Writing program invites student wordsmiths

January 7, 2024

With pens in hand, students in the Northwestern undergraduate Creative Writing program cultivate imagination and pure expression. Founded in 1980, NU’s undergraduate Creative Writing program was one...

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Arts Alliance’s ‘Hedda Gabler’ presents a modern take on a classic play

May 30, 2023

Content warning: This article mentions suicide. The play “Hedda Gabler” has been performed since 1891. However, Northwestern Arts Alliance’s version seeks to contextualize themes of power and...

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After cancellations and delays, student group Applause for a Cause set to begin filming on newest project

January 18, 2022

Following last year’s canceled production and this year’s Wildcat Wellness delay, student film organization Applause for a Cause is finally ready to begin shooting its newest project. Applause for...

Two people lay on the ground and stare into each other’s eyes. The person on the left wears denim shorts and a red cutoff shirt, and the person on the right wears a black denim jacket, white t-shirt and black jacket.

Lipstick Theatre premieres “Outdoor Bird” in Shanley Pavilion

November 18, 2021

Audience members can confront the tension between emotional comfort and personal growth at performances of "Outdoor Bird," a new play whose first ever staging is taking place at Northwestern this weekend.   The...

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Production “Still Life with Iris” raises questions about children’s power and memories

March 2, 2021

Stolen memories, corrupt rulers and family ties — that's what the audience at Purple Crayon Players’ "Still Life with Iris" has to look forward to. The live production “Still Life with Iris”...

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