BCDC leaps into spring showcase
The Berry College Dance Company (BCDC) will perform their spring showcase on April 24, at 7:00 p.m. in Sister’s Theatre. Directed by Lecturer and Director of Dance, Sarah Pecina, the performance will feature various styles of dance, including ballet, contemporary, tap and jazz. There will be 18 dances performed, 16 of which have been choreographed…
Moon Gallery hosts annual student honors art show
The Moon Gallery is showcasing the Annual Student Honors Art Show, an exhibition highlighting students’ artwork created during the academic year. Organized by Art Program Coordinator Brad Adams, the show brings together pieces from a range of various styles and art classes, giving students the opportunity to submit their work for selection by an outside…
Alumnus sparks curiosity, connection
Scott Shigeoka, author of “Seek: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Life and Change the World,” will discuss the practice of curiosity and how it can shape people’s perspectives, relationships and everyday experiences today at 7:30 p.m. in McAllister 119.
BCTC presents non-traditional play
Berry College Theatre Company (BCTC) is putting on a production of Jason Robert Brown’s “Songs for a New World” this week. Unlike traditional musicals, the show is a song cycle, meaning it is told entirely through music without dialogue, focusing on pivotal life decisions and human emotions. There are only four lead roles in the…
Students attend “Folk Dance Friday”
The Collegiate National Association for Music Educators (CNAfME) hosted “Folk Dance Friday,” an interactive event designed to introduce attendees to traditional dances of six different cultures outside the United States. Rather than watching performances, attendees learned and participated in each dance, emphasizing the connection between music, movement and culture.
RLT brings Bikini Bottom to life
Rome Little Theatre (RLT) is diving under the sea and bringing Bikini Bottom to life with their production of “The SpongeBob Musical.” Coming from the iconic children’s show, with a twist of their own, featuring a live band and a foley player, this is RLT’s biggest production with 48 cast members and over 80 crew…
Restorative justice film screened
Associate Professor of Environmental Studies and Anthropology Brian Campbell and Assistant Professor of Communication Margaret Ndwandwe hosted a film screening on Thursday for the documentary film “Her Name Was Hester.”
Students get creative at Hackathon
On Friday, Feb. 20, students gathered in the Hackberry Lab and hosted their monthly Hackathon. For four hours, participants transformed ideas into their own creations, from sewn garments and baked goods to coded programs and mechanical builds. Hackathon is open to any Berry student, regardless of experience level.
AAPI hosts Lunar New Year celebration
The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) student group welcomed students and faculty to a vibrant celebration of the Lunar New Year on Monday. From red envelopes and calligraphy to Jeopardy-styled trivia, the event highlighted both diversity and unity within Asian cultures.
Diamond Forde reads acclaimed poetry
Berry hosted a reading and Q&A for award-winning poet Diamond Forde on Tuesday. The event was part of the Georgia Poetry Circuit, a network of seven Georgia colleges that collaborate to annually bring three poets of national and international interest to each member’s campus. Some of the other schools on the circuit include Georgia Southern…
Oak Hill opens new ‘Begging Trips’ exhibit
On Monday, Oak Hill and the Martha Berry Museum opened a new exhibit titled “Martha Berry’s ‘Begging Trips’.” The exhibit centers on Martha Berry’s tireless fundraising efforts on behalf of the Berry Schools and her commitment to providing quality education to the young men and women who attended them. According to a press release issued…
BCTC presents adventure-filled show
Berry College Theatre Company (BCTC) invites audiences into a world of fantasy, grief and dice-rolling adventure with its upcoming production of “She Kills Monsters.” The show will take place at Sister’s Theatre, with performances at 7 p.m. Jan. 29–31 and 2 p.m. Feb. 1. “She Kills Monsters,” written by Qui Nguyen, tells the story of Agnes,…
Berry pastures welcome new herd of calves
Berry College’s pastures are a little livelier this season as a new group of beef calves have been born. With calves scatter, across the pastures and more expected before the season ends, the herd’s newest members are already becoming a familiar sight for students, faculty and visitors driving through campus.
Berry opera performs double bill show
Berry College Opera is set to open its double‑bill production of W.A. Mozart’s “The Impresario” and Giacomo Puccini’s “Suor Angelica” on Jan. 22, inviting audiences to enjoy a three‑day run through Saturday. Each performance will begin at 7 p.m. in the Bell Recital Hall. “The Impresario” delivers a burst of backstage humor as a producer…
RLT brings “A Tuna Christmas” to stage
Rome Little Theatre (RLT) will present their holiday production, “A Tuna Christmas,” on Friday. The show will run through Dec. 14 at the DeSoto Theatre with performances on Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 7:30 p.m. and at 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. With a cast of only four actors, the fast-paced comedy brings more than twenty…
Berry Winds performs symphony
On Tuesday, Berry Winds performed “Migration Symphony no. 2,” a symphony composed by Adam Schoenberg. In preparation for the performance, Berry Winds’ musicians practiced as a group for an hour every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. They were also encouraged to practice individually or with their respective sections. According to junior music education major Samuel Rivers,…
Berry students attend local film festival
This past weekend, Rome hosted the annual Rome International Film Festival (RIFF). The event brought filmmakers, actors and movie fans to the city for a celebration of film and storytelling. Screenings took place across multiple venues downtown, including the DeSoto Theatre and the Rome Area History Center. Audiences could attend panels, red carpet premieres and Q&A…
Student vendors feature items at market
This past Saturday, the Berry Art Society hosted the November Art Market on the Moon lawn. The event showcased a range of homemade items made by students, from crocheted critters to baked treats, jewelry and other unique crafts. From noon until 4 p.m., patrons were able to browse, shop and support the students who filled…
Rome hosts sixth annual Schnauzerfest
This past weekend Rome, hosted the sixth annual Schnauzerfest. Schnauzerfest is the largest gathering of schnauzers in North America, with nearly 800 schnauzers in attendance. The celebration began with a barbecue and meet-and-greet last Friday evening at Burk Farm. Dogs took part in a variety of activities, including barn hunt, fast cat and agility competitions.
BCTC to present love-struck show
Thursday marks opening night for Berry College Theatre Company’s (BCTC) “Valkyries Cabaret.” The show is set to begin at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets can be purchased at berry.edu/onstage and at the box office in Sisters Theatre preceding each showing. The show, themed “I Love You, I Do,” features…
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