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‘Fall for Dance’ theatre collaboration to please dance fans

Faith Ann Ruszkowski November 29, 2012

Dancers emerge from trash bags like inner-city alley cats as part of the modern dance piece “Terminal Static,” the third work of Dance Repertory Theatre’s performance “Fall for...

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Drag Survivor contestants look forward to the next show at Oilcan Harry’s

Kelly Eisenbarger November 29, 2012

Lavender LaFleur pinned a bright red curly wig to her hair. In the midst of contouring, padding, glittering and practicing her lip-syncing, LaFleur transformed into a six-foot tall Merida from Disney Pixar’s...

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The Continuums explain their origins while preparing to headline Just Us Friends’ upcoming Music Extravaganza

Hannah Smothers November 29, 2012

Local rock band The Continuums have big plans for the next five years, but they might consider getting a manager in the meantime. “In five years, I hope we’re headlining [ACL], playing...

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend over-the-counter birth control

Milla Impola November 28, 2012

Whether getting tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV or using contraceptives, taking charge of one’s sexual and reproductive health is imperative for anyone who is sexually...

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Statuette releases EP on new label

Shane Miller November 28, 2012

Statuette is a five-piece post-hardcore band from Austin. Although the group has been around for less than a year, it just released its second EP, Residual & Timeless, Thursday and was recently signed...

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Street art preserved amid graffiti

Hannah Smothers November 28, 2012

The stretch of Guadalupe Street that runs along the western edge of the UT campus serves as a condensed sampling of all things Austin. From the taco bars to kitschy vintage clothing stores, the Drag provides...

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Madrigal Dinner provides opportunities for student involvement

Jasmin Carina Castanon November 28, 2012

While some students are passionate about sports or student government, Olivia Debeck, radio-television-film senior; Matt Hill, theatre and dance sophomore; and math senior Logan Healey share a passion...

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Bedpost Confessions show allows audiences to share experiences

Elijah Watson November 27, 2012

Sadie Smythe, co-producer of monthly sex-talk extravaganza Bedpost Confessions, screams the word “climax” to a crowd of 300 individuals, comfortably seated in East Side venue ND. Smythe is...

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San Antonio has more to offer than the River Walk

Laura Wright November 27, 2012

It’s hard to deny that “going to the San Antonio River Walk to look at Christmas lights” sounds like an activity one does with one’s grandparents. But in the holiday season, a day...

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Alicia Keys’ Girl On Fire does not disappoint

Ricky Stein November 27, 2012

Artist: Alicia Keys Album: Girl on Fire Label: RCA Songs to Download: “Girl on Fire,” “Fire We Make” “It’s been a while, I’m not who I was before,”...

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Big Top Candy Shop offers nostalgia to satisfy any sweet tooth

Lindsey Cherner November 26, 2012

Editors Note: The Record is a biweekly segment dedicated to featuring the people and traditions that make The University of Texas such a distinct place. Follow The Record on Twitter. (Illustration...

New iPhone app lets college students whisper their secrets

Elizabeth Williams November 26, 2012

Most people would not dream of confessing their crushes in a Facebook status or tweeting about their latest sexual escapades, but they are more than happy to whisper about them. The Whisper iPhone app...

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