The Ithacan Online

Let the good times roll...

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

In an era where mainstream Hollywood films often dominate the movie theaters, Cornell Cinema offers what other theaters don’t: history.

Up close and personal

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

At the side of a busy urban street, a young, dark-skinned Asian-American woman stands in the middle of two black men. They stand strong — their tough attitude shown in their intense gazes and threatening stares. The words are written in their hardened expressions: This photograph is completely in your face.

Restaurants offer dinner and a movie

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

For students looking for a night out that won’t break the bank, Madeline’s and Blue Stone are offering a money-saving option.

Second helpings

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

When one café door closes, a pub door opens. Whether it’s preserving and expanding vegetarian cuisine in Collegetown or starting a brew pub from scratch on The Commons, Ithaca restaurant owners don’t see the troubling economy as a problem, but rather as an opportunity to explore their dreams.

Ithaca’s own nonsense

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

There’s a new kind of “Precious” in town. It’s not a candidate for an Academy Award but is instead a local theater encore production titled “Precious Nonsense” at the Kitchen Theatre.

ALS to host a revival of hip-hop

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:25:29 PST

Ithaca College students have a few days to trade in their tuxedos and gowns for the annual Winter Wonderland Ball for something a little more casual. This year the African-Latino Society will be hosting a tribute to hip-hop throwback party.

Music professor is featured on classical CD

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:52:50 PST

Richard Faria, associate professor of music performance, has earned a spot on www.Mercurynews.com’s list of the top classical CDs for 2009. An esteemed clarinetist, Faria performed on Stephen Hartke’s “The Horse with the Lavendar Eye” album, which was ranked on the Silicon Valley’s Web site that focuses on the latest techno gadgets. At the college, Faria coached chamber music groups in addition to teaching private clarinet lessons. Contributing Writer Rachael Hartford spoke with Faria about his success as a musician at the college and in the music world.

Stroke of genius

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

Everything from painted wooden panels, landscaped canvasses and skateboard frames cover almost every inch of Ryan Curtis’ studio. Whether this digital painter is using laser prints or leaves and sticks from his backyard, Curtis finds a way to make one cohesive thought that reflects his love for nature.

Senior achieves lifelong goal of creating album

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

Huddled around the laptop computer in his room, wearing oversized headphones, senior television-radio and audio production major Jonathan “Cosmo” Kagan looks at his screen, making potential edits as he closes his eyes quickly, squinting, as if photographing the music in his mind.

Local artist showcases work at Ithaca Bakery

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

Weekends pass slowly at the Ithaca Bakery at the Triphammer Mall as people relax at the intimate café tables — laughing and chatting together. It’s a scene of tranquility, even down to the photographs of flowing falls and quiet wooded scenery on the walls.

In the Spotlight

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

Sophomore film, photography and visual arts major Mike Blaney made his first movie with his little sister when he was only 8 years old. As a kid, he wasn’t producing high-quality films, but he was realizing his passion behind a lens.

Hand stitch'd

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

Natasha Keller ’04 can be found focused on the hum of her sewing machine in a studio above Petrune that houses her clothing and accessory line completely handcrafted and sewn to perfection.

Dorm daters

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

Freshman Jason Wilber came to Ithaca College to focus solely on his schoolwork. But after meeting freshman Emma Garrison, in their dorm, Terrace 13, things changed. Before he knew it, Wilber was in a relationship.

IC Players’ new show portrays real world

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

College has ended. The diploma has been achieved, and there is an exciting and uncertain life ahead. Welcome to the “real world.”

Rozatones win sponsored tour

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST

Revi Roza ’08 and The Rozatones have become a staple on the Ithaca music scene, expanding their influence to several cities and regions across the country. The groovy funk band recently won the On Tour With Magic Hat sponsorship competition, an online battle of the bands started by the Magic Hat Brewing Company in South Burlington, Vt. More than 200 bands applied and The Rozatones made the top 10 cut. The finalists’ music was then posted to the Web site for fans to vote on. The Rozatones won 44 percent of the votes, and the company awarded the group $1,000. The Rozatones have not set tour dates yet, but the group plans to use its prize money to fund its next tour. Assistant Accent Editor Aaron Edwards spoke with lead singer Roza about her reaction to the win and the band’s plans for its tour.

Press play

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

Paul Canetti, lead singer of Love and Logic, said he picked his band members off the Internet. And now, a year later, the group returns to cyberspace to sell its music.

Junior creates company using a little bit of elbow grease

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

Some students earn money by refilling the salad bar at the dining halls or folding clothes at Urban Outfitters downtown. Ithaca College junior business administration major Matt Ruger has a slightly different approach.

Local restaurants compete for late-night food crown

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST

It was sandwich versus sandwich and cookie versus cookie at Cornell University’s annual Battle of the Late Night Foods.

Freshman to start global outreach group

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:51:35 PST

Freshman Elizabeth Stoltz spent the last two years of her high school career planning fundraisers to send food to malnourished children in Ethiopia. Now in college, Stoltz wants to expand Food for Thought, a non-profit organization she started in high school.

Kitchen Theatre fundraises for move

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:16:01 PST

After nearly two decades in the Clinton House, the Kitchen Theatre Company is finally getting a place of its own.