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"Like so many other nonprofit performing arts organizations, Zikr had to cancel last year’s season due to the pandemic," says founder and artistic director David Taylor. But with help from the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District, funded by the penny-on-the-$10 tax that supports cultural nonprofits in the metro area, Zikr managed to stay afloat. Since the COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out and the state has been easing up on restrictions, Taylor says, launching Lifting the Veil was a no-brainer. “Motivation has never been an issue with the company,” Taylor says. “We decided las...

Sharjah: Members of the Miras Song and Dance Ensemble from the Republic of Bashkortostan — one of the largest republics of the Russian Federation, enthralled visitors at the 18th edition of Sharjah Heritage Days (SHD), with a series of professionally choreographed dances rooted in their folk culture. The ‘warrior dance’ saw men in velvet jackets and fur caps stomp their feet while the women, dressed in long flouncy dresses and decked in gorgeous silver jewellery, tapped their heels and they gently swirled to the rhythm of the live orchestra. The dance is inspired by the daily life of th...

ONLINE: International Festival Madison-based Japanese taiko drumming group Beni Daiko. This free celebration of cultures usually brings throngs to the Overture Center, but for 2021 International Festival transforms into an online extravaganza. In a way, cheers to us all for going down that road to continue to make these performances available. But the buzz of activity in the theaters and common spaces of the O.C. will be sorely missed (not to mention the food court). Don't miss the MLK Community Choir, UW Russian Folk Orchestra, Roots of Brazil Capoeira, Beni Daiko ( pictured) or the Mad Crai...

You are here Campus Recreation At Holy Cross, you’re constantly exercising your mind. But from skiing to Ultimate Frisbee, we also offer outstanding opportunities to exercise your body.  Connecting Health and Happiness Physical fitness and emotional well-being often go hand in hand. Sleep and healthy eating can help sharpen your mind before a big exam, while working out can help burn off some of that excess stress (and maybe even a pound or two). We encourage all our students to maintain active, healthy lifestyles that support their success. Fitness For Everyone Many student organizations ...

From staff reports WEST LIBERTY — During a time when performing ensembles struggle to find ways to make music with one another and share it with the public, the West Liberty University Concert Band has not only been successful rehearsing in person, they put themselves in the national spotlight. “With the arrival of COVID-19, one of the many health and safety recommendations for large instrumental ensembles, especially those that are only able to rehearse inside, was to lessen the size of the ensemble and space musicians out 6 to 9 feet apart,” said Gretchen L. Pohlman, WLU’s director...