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

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Michelle Kim stars as Zachary Briddling in “The Grumpiest Boy in the World.” The show opens Nov. 17 at Shanley Pavilion.

‘The Grumpiest Boy in the World’ explores the idea of being average

November 16, 2016

A&E It can be hard to be average. “The Grumpiest Boy in the World,” written by Finegan Kruckemeyer, comes to Northwestern in a production by Purple Crayon Players. The 45-minute play recounts...

Cast members rehearse for “She Kills Monsters.” The show, produced by Purple Crayon Players opens on Oct. 29 in McCormick Auditorium.

‘She Kills Monsters’ brings ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ game to life

October 28, 2015

A&E Purple Crayon Players’ upcoming show “She Kills Monsters” brings a fantasy world to life with unique special effects including murderous fairies, a five-headed dragon and a gelatinous...

Five student groups selected for ASG Evanston Engagement Grant

March 30, 2015

Five Northwestern student groups received ASG’s newly renamed Evanston Engagement Grant to fund projects that directly impact the local community. A total of $1,300 will be given to the International...

Q&A: Lindsay Amer, director of The Transition of Doodle Pequeno

February 26, 2014

"The Transition of Doodle Pequeno" is a show that brings a trilingual goat, a pumpkin-wielding troll and a dress-wearing boy named Reno all to one stage. Despite its comedy and playfulness, the show also...

From Sketchbook to Stage: A stitch of advice from NU’s finest costumers

October 30, 2013

Turning one man into three women is tricky math, but Melanie Vitaterna greets the challenge needle in hand. The Communication junior is currently costume designing for “The 39 Steps,” an Arts Alliance...

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