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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


John McCombs tells a joke during his standup set. The comedian is the co-producer of Wild Comedy Club’s new monthly comedy series held at the Celtic Knot Public House.

New comedy club premieres first monthly showcase in Evanston bar

October 10, 2018

A&E John McCombs broke into the Chicago comedy scene alongside Hannibal Buress, or more accurately, waiting behind him for his turn to perform at a Milwaukee Avenue bar. Since then, McCombs has continued...

Alex Weisman.

Northwestern alum cast in ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ on Broadway

October 4, 2017

A&E After Inauguration Day, Alex Weisman (Communication ’10) needed an escape. To brighten his day, Weisman picked up a copy of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” returning to the...

Members of They Forget, We Remember, a new student organization focusing on Alzheimer’s awareness, at their Storyteller’s event along with Ben and Robyn Ferguson. The group is hosting an improv comedy show Friday.

New student group hosts improv show for Alzheimer’s research and awareness

May 27, 2015

A&E Some say improv comedy is one of the best forms of entertainment for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Because of this, members of They Forget, We Remember, a new Center for Student Involvement-recognized...

Q&A with Lipstick Theatre president Ali Shields

March 4, 2013

Communication sophomore Ali Shields is president of Lipstick Theatre, a new theater group that focuses on women’s rights, featuring female-penned plays or ones that address issues modern-day women...

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