CU Boulder ends sports betting partnership with PointsBet
On March 29, CU Boulder announced it will end its partnership with PointsBet amid backlash and changing regulations.
Izzy Fincher
I am a classical guitarist, studying at the University of Colorado Boulder. When I am not practicing, I write about music and the arts for the CU Independent, teach yoga and listen to podcasts.
CU Boulder alum raises awareness of anti-Asian racism through fairy tales
In her latest fairy tale art book “The Ookleberry Tree,” CU alum Judy Choi hopes to inspire people to stand up against anti-Asian bullying.
Preview: “Cendrillon,” Massenet’s enchanting fairy tale opera for all ages
The CU College of Music will present Jules Massenet’s classic fairy tale opera “Cendrillon” on March 17 and 19 at Macky Auditorium.
Oscars 2023: CU film professor discusses diverse representation and systemic inequities
This year’s Oscar nominations mark a step forward for AAPI representation, but one professor says the Academy can do more.
Young Girl Yearns for Luxury at Boulder Opera
The tragic tale of Manon will take the stage for Boulder Opera at the Dairy Arts Center. The company will present Jules Massenet’s opera Manon based on the novel Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18 and 19, with Amy Maples as Manon and Cody Laun as Des Greiux, under stage director Gene Roberts and conductor Steven Aguiló-Arbues.
LGBTQ+ students demand more gender-inclusive bathrooms on campus
The lack of accessible gender-inclusive restrooms on the CU Boulder campus could impact LGBTQ+ students’ mental and physical health.
CU Boulder discontinues controversial sports betting incentive
Two years into the deal, CU Boulder continues to face controversy after their sports betting partnership.
Central City’s Production of ‘Amahl and the Night Visitors’ Charms
Central City Opera performed Amahl and the Night Visitors by Gian Carlo Menotti last night (Dec. 13) at Boulder’s First United Methodist Church. The performance, directed by Iliana Lucero Barron and conducted by John Baril, offered a heart-warming interpretation of the seasonal classic, filled with the magic of the holiday spirit.
Central City Opera Brings ‘Amahl’ to Colorado Cities
This holiday season, Central City Opera will take their traveling production of Amahl and the Night Visitors, conducted by John Baril and directed by Iliana Lucero Barron, on the road. The company will perform in Boulder at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 13 and 14, at the First United Methodist Church.
Boulder Opera Presents “Hansel & Gretel” on Family Series
This December, Boulder Opera will present an abridged, hour-long production of Hansel and Gretel, sung in English. The singers will be accompanied by pianist Aric Vihmeister and cellist Mathieu D’Ordine.