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The Daily Northwestern

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


Multiple people dance on a stage.

‘Indecent’ brings true story of antisemitism, Jewish theatre and the value of community to Wirtz

April 20, 2023

In February 1923, Polish-Jewish playwright Sholem Asch’s controversial Yiddish play “God of Vengeance” opened on Broadway, attracting criticism for portraying prostitution, queer relationships and...

A person with red pants and a light colored jacket stands underneath a large guillotine onstage. Three other people sit near her.

Off with their heads: ‘The Revolutionists’ brings feminist comedy to the stage

February 7, 2023

This piece contains spoilers.  A giant guillotine. An assassination plot. Comedy, companionship and sorrow. “The Revolutionists” had it all.  The two-act play written by Lauren Gunderson ran...

Hewn Bakery on 1733 Central St.

Local women-owned bakery Hewn named among best bakeries in America

February 25, 2022

Ellen King, a classically-trained chef, was selling bread out of her own kitchen in an “underground bread club” for years. Her partner, Julie Matthei, saw the potential to expand. And so they did:...

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