Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC)

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151 New performances take the stage in latest GBPAC season
Northern Iowan 110:7, p.4
Students are excited for the new performances Gallagher-Bluedorn will be hosting this year. Big Bad Voodoo daddy, "The Nutcracker," and "Memphis the Musical" are among the performances.
152 Ruud to be installed as UNI's 10th President, Friday, Oct. 4
Public Relations News Release 2013:52, p.1
President William N. Ruud will be officially installed as the 10th president of UNI on Friday, October 4. There will also be several other events celebrating the new president.
153 Iowa and Hungary march to the same drum
Northern Iowan 110:3, p.4
Matthew Andreini a UNI professor, and Gabor Palotas from Hungary, have teamed up for a percussion performance showcasing their cultures. They recently performed at the GBPAC. A lot of variety and emotion was displayed through the performance; photo.
154 UNI to host acclaimed historian Doris Kearns Goodwin
Public Relations News Release 2013:32, p.1
Doris Kearns Goodwin will be speaking at UNI for the Joy Cole Corning Distinguished Leadership Lecture Series. This lecture series is to show students what leadership looks like in all different fields.
155 Panthers in action: photos from UNI's annual Welcome Week
Northern Iowan 110:2, p.10
Photos of students participating in the various Welcome Week activities; photo.
156 It's the most wonderful time of life
Northern Iowan 110:2, p.5
The author showcases many different ways to make the most of the college experience at each grade level. She stresses how important it is to get involved and to meet new people.
157 UNI to host Welcome Week events for students
Public Relations News Release 2013:20, p.1
Various activates have been planned for this years Welcome Week. Such activities include the Panther Picnic and various performances.
158 UNI welcomes Ruud to campus
Northern Iowan 109:40, p.1
Students, staff, and faculty held a welcome reception for William Ruud and his wife, Judy. Many are excited for the change in leadership; photo.
159 Music students bring 'Opera Gala' to GBPAC
Northern Iowan 109:38, p.5
The School of Music brought opera to UNI with the 'Opera Gala.' The audience met various forms within the world of opera.
160 Broadway's 'West Side Story' brings Latin flair, new life and a little street cred to Gallagher-Bluedorn
Northern Iowan 109:34, p.7
The Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, along with Troika Entertainment, brought "West Side Story" to UNI. The show was a hit; it was enjoyed by students, alumni, and community members.
161 UNI School of Music and Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center to present opera gala
Public Relations News Release 2012:195, p.1
The School of Music, along with the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, are presenting an opera gala. The gala will showcase the Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra, the UNI Concert Chorale, faculty artists, and student soloists.
162 Getting creative
Northern Iowa Today 94:4, p.25
Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center offers programs for thousands of local students; photo.
163 Shrek the Musical
Northern Iowan 109:21, p.12
Shrek the Musical, direct from Broadway, will play at Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
164 University of Northern Iowa welcomes back 2012 Iowa Thespian Festival
Public Relations News Release 2012:133, p.1
University of Northern Iowa will host Iowa Thespian Festival for third year. Two-day event will bring more than 1,000 students, teachers, and chaperones to campus.
165 Shrek the Musical
Northern Iowan 109:19, p.16
Shrek the Musical to be performed at Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center; photo.
166 South Korean government honors American veterans
Northern Iowan 109:15, p.1
Over three hundred Korean War veterans were recognized nearly sixty years after the end of the Korean War. Veterans were awarded Ambassador for Peace medals for service in South Korea.
167 Student input needed on source of athletic funding
Northern Iowan 109:7, p.4
Removing athletics funds from the general fund has been the goal of many over the years. A proposed gradual increase in student fees until 2020 would support athletics. Tuition and fees proposal due to Board of Regents on October 1, 2012.
168 UNI school of music to host thirty-first annual scholarship concert
Public Relations News Release 2012:54, p.1
"120 years: the road to excellence" will be the theme. It will feature music by faculty artists Sean Botkin, Randy Grabowski and John Hines. Also featured are various UNI musical groups. Proceeds go to scholarship fund for exceptionally talented students.
169 I spy
Northern Iowan 109:4, p.2
Mystery photo of the week. Last week's unidentified photo was a staircase in the GBPAC; photo.
170 UNI's Inspiration Film Series begins second year
Public Relations News Release 2012:41, p.1
Film series is free to UNI students; tickets cost $5.00 for the public. There will different films shown each month. Showings will include free popcorn. Beverages are available for purchase.
171 GBPAC announces 2012-13 season
Northern Iowan 109:1, p.20
Steve Carignan talks about the upcoming productions at Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center; photo.
172 Civil rights leader to speak at UNI
Public Relations News Release 2012:33, p.1
Julian Bond, leader of the American Civil Rights Movement, will speak on the topic; "Reflections on the American Dream". The speech can be heard at 7:00pm on September 5 in the Performing Arts Center.
173 Pulitzer Prize winning author to kick off UNI's Reaching for Higher Ground Series
Public Relations News Release 2012:21, p.1
Isabel Wilkerson will discuss migration and its impact on America.
174 If music be the food of love
Northern Iowan 108:54, p.
The university provides many opportunities to hear all types of music. Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center hosts groups from different genres during the year. The School of Music hosts concerts all year long; photo.
175 Hello new Panthers !
Northern Iowan 108:54, p.
Greetings from the president and vice-president of the student body; photo.
176 The tuba is strong with this one
Northern Iowan 108:51, p.6
UNITuba ensemble performed "Tuba Wars: A Parody with Music" in Davis Hall. A take off on "Star Wars"; the performance was well received; photo.
177 AAUP investigation could lead to censure
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.3
The American Association of University Professors is planning to investigate the procedures used to determine program cuts. Responses by President Allen, to date, have not convinced the group of the University's good intentions to comply.
178 Tyga concert turns GBPAC into jungle
Northern Iowan 108:44, p.7
Rapper Tyga performed in concert. Students rushed the stage area, stood on chairs, and perched upon the shoulders of willing participants.
179 Colin Hay to perform at GBPAC
Northern Iowan 108:42, p.5
Performer influenced by the death of his father. Many of his songs are reflective in nature; photo.
180 The Chieftains to bring Grammy-winning Celtic music to the GBPAC stage
Northern Iowan 108:41, p.6
Irish food and music to be featured at the Gallagher-Bluedorn; photo.
181 Panther Portraits
Northern Iowan 108:36, p.16
Scenes from the Northern Festival of Bands. The annual event hosts forty schools and two hundred fifty high school musicians; photo.
182 GBPAC brews up fifth beer and cuisine sampling event
Northern Iowan 108:36, p.6
Samuel Adams brewmaster to judge first Home Brewers Contest. The event will be held as part of a fund raising event for the Friends of Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
183 Elvis Lives'
Northern Iowan 108:35, p.6
Scenes from the Elvis concert; photo.
184 Elvis brought back to life on GBPAC stage
Northern Iowan 108:35, p.5
Four Elvis impersonators added to the film tribute to the life of the "King'; photo.
185 UNI's Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center to host Inspirational Film Series
Public Relations News Release 2011:163, p.1
The GBPAC will continue to host an inspirational film series by showing "Confessions of a Superhero."
186 "The Magic Flute" to take GBPAC stage
Northern Iowan 108:31, p.5
School of Music to present Mozart in the Performing Arts Center; photo.
187 Broadway hit 'Spamalot' leaves crowd in laughter and song
Northern Iowan 108:29, p.6
Monty Python's "Spamalot" was greeted by a sold out audience at the Performing Arts Center. Jacob Smith, a UNI graduate, was greeted with the largest applause; photo.
188 After 34 years, Glee Club Christmas still surprises
Northern Iowan 108:26, p.6
Soulful vocals and jazzy tones set the stage for the annual Men's Glee Club concert. Sharrie Phillips led the Glee Club in "He's Done Enough". Her powerful voice improvised calls of praise and gratitude; photo.
189 UNI Symphonic Band takes the stage
Northern Iowan 108:23, p.10
Symphonic Band performs during their fall concert; photo.
190 Pricing of pop differs from campus to campus
Northern Iowan 108:21, p.3
Ken Connelly noticed a drastic price difference in soda on a trip to Virginia Tech. Difference can be explained by Pepsi being the exclusive provider on campus; providing scholarship dollars to the University; photo.
191 I Spy at UNI
Northern Iowan 108:19, p.2
Mystery photo of the week awaiting someone to identify its location. Last week's winner was Riley Martin who identified the chandelier lights in the Gallagher-Bluedorn; photo.
192 New building hours create conflict for music majors
Northern Iowan 108:18, p.1
Practice time for music majors must be adjusted due to the closure of buildings at 2:00AM. Student and building safety were cited as the reason for the changes. Buildings are open and monitored for 116 hours per week.
193 Panther fans invited to sing their way to the McLeod
Northern Iowan 108:17, p.6
Sports Marketing Department is sponsoring a new competition; "Sing Your Way to the McLeod Center". Each person or group will perform the National Anthem for a chance to sing prior to a ball game. Ben Jacobson and Texas Tenor John Hagen will judge.
194 School of Music's new hours create controversy
Northern Iowan 108:12, p.1
New building hours have been put into effect with students trained and hired by the Department of Public Safety monitoring each building. Other alternatives are being investigated; photo.
195 Ensemble kicks off Brown Bag Bach series
Northern Iowan 108:11, p.1
A new musical series opened in the lobby of the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Performers were members of UNI Cantorei, Wind Symphony, and the Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra; photo.
196 'Cirque de la Symphonie' leaves crowd in awe
Northern Iowan 108:11, p.7
Acrobats and aerialists joined the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony's first performance of the season. The musical and artistic performances demanded a standing ovation; photo.
197 Oversold parking passes cause problems for students, staff
Northern Iowan 108:6, p.1
There are 8300 parking spots on campus with over 16,000 students, staff, and visitors. Parking passes allow the owner to park in designated areas. The beginning of each new year brings some confusion.
198 Remembering 9/11 in performance
Northern Iowan 108:6, p.5
The Cedar Falls and UNI community packed the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center for the "Remembrance: 9/11 Ten Years Later". The show included musical performances and student reflections on the day; photo.
199 Bald trio paints the town blue
Northern Iowan 108:4, p.5
The Blue Man Group concerts were well received. The shows were interactive with the audience; involving large balls, toilet paper, humor, and music; photo.
200 GBPAC stage set for 2011-12 season
Northern Iowan 108:2, p.1
The stage in the Performing Arts Center has been replaced following the breaking of a sprinkler head prior to the Blue Man Group last year. $150,000 was spent on the new floor.