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Head of vocal performance and vocal pedagogy Karen Bruestle held a vocal performance that spotlighted the work of performing arts faculty. Photo credit: Makayla Martinez

A focal point on faculty vocals

Claire Young November 8, 2021

Karen Bruestle, a Weber State University employee of 21 years in the vocal program, hosted a unique musical recital to highlight faculty in the performing arts department on Nov. 6. Bruestle is the head...

Many photos of loved ones who have passed are set up on decorated tables, along with flowers and other colorful decorations, to remember those who have passed and to bring them back to the living world on the Day of the Dead. (Kennedy Robins/ The Signpost) Photo credit: Kennedy Robins

A celebration of life

Lexie Andrew November 3, 2021

Día de los Muertos is a Hispanic celebration of loved ones, both living and passed on, and is celebrated on Nov. 1 and 2. The Ogden community hosted a Día de los Muertos celebration on Oct. 29...

The Monarch Building in Downtown Ogden hosts the Vida, Muerte, Justicia art exhibit.  (Nikki Dorber/The Signpost) Photo credit: Nikki Dorber

Ogden on display

Makayla Geddes November 3, 2021

Ogden is full of different opportunities to get involved in the arts. Whether it be music, galleries, performances, street art or zines, there is a place for everyone to enjoy the creativity and ingenuity...

The sound of saxophones fills the air during the Jazz Ensemble performance.  (Nikki Dorber/The Signpost) Photo credit: Nikki Dorber

Jazzed to be back

Caitlyn Nichols November 1, 2021

For the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Weber State University Jazz Ensemble returned to the stage for an in-person concert on Oct. 26 in the Allred Theater. The performance...

"The Bells of Rhymney" was performed by the WSU Concert Choir and was directed by Mark Henderson. (Lisa Rajigah/The Signpost) Photo credit: Lisa Rajigah

Coming back to the stage

Makayla Geddes October 25, 2021

This year's Annual Fall Choirfest at Weber State University's Allred Theatre exhibited a large offering of different musical styles and disciplines. Songs varied from madrigals to showtunes to jazz classics....

Tori Nybo and Emily Peralez perform "Define Me" for the Dance Form, a show put on by the Performing Arts Department at Weber State University. (Signpost Archives)

Finding aid for performances made

Makayla Geddes September 27, 2021

The Performing Arts department at Weber State University currently offers over 30 scholarships in film studies, music, dance and theatre. Applications for the scholarships open at various times throughout...

The Austad Auditorium, along with the Allred Theater, have undergone sound upgrades as part of the Browning Center's renovations. (Nikki Dorber/The Signpost)

Browning Center: back with class

Caitlyn Nichols September 8, 2021

After a full summer of construction and renovation, The Val A. Browning Center for the Performing Arts will be ready to present with its own new features and upgrades this fall. The first renovations are...

Those affected by the 9/11 attacks asked President Biden to release previously blocked documents before the 20th anniversary. Photo credit: Google Images

Do you know your news? Sept. 7

Joshua Kamp September 3, 2021

1. On Sept. 3, President Biden signed an executive order directing the Department of Justice and other federal agencies to conduct a declassification review of documents pertaining to what?a. Unidentified...

The Department of Performing Arts is planning on returning to in-person performances this fall. Photo credit: Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities

Welcome back to the Browning Center

Caitlyn Nichols August 27, 2021

The fall 2021 semester is approaching quickly, and it comes a new set of plans for performances and events put on by the Lindquist College of Arts and Humanities. This semester is especially exciting,...

Artist Mike Gardner is speaking about his works with a gallery visitor. Photo credit: Elle Gord

My First Friday Art Stroll

Elle Gord July 12, 2021

The Ogden community's First Friday Art Stroll is held year round on the first Friday of every month. From 6–9 p.m., the stroll consists of art, shopping and live music for everyone to enjoy. The...

Lindquist Family Symphony Pops and Fireworks at Weber State University. July 14, 2019. Photo credit: Weber State University

A returning summer tradition

Elle Gord June 28, 2021

After last year's hiatus, the Lindquist Pops concert and fireworks show will return to Lindquist Plaza on July 18.This 43-year-long local tradition features music from the New American Symphony beginning...

Utah Opera announces its 2021-22 season schedule

Maykel Valladares June 7, 2021

After having to cut their last season short, the Utah Opera is returning to the Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theater for live performances in the 2021-22 season.“One of the things I miss most about...

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