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WANTED — Actors have often taken to playing historical figures, and sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. Brad Pitt’s portrayal of the infamous Jesse James was one that worked.

Actors get schooled in history through roles

By Michael W. Richardson · Monday, April 4, 2011

In keeping with a noble tradition of bringing you lists based on rumors and conjecture within the entertainment industry, here’s a fun one: crazy-young-man-turned-sad-old-man Bill Murray may be playing Franklin Delano Roosevelt. I will let that sink in. The guy whose arguably best role involved a longstanding feud with a gopher will play one of the most important figures in 20th century history.

LOVE AND MARRIAGE — The Shakespeare Theater Company has opened their latest endeavor, the Victorian-era, Oscar Wilde comedy ‘An Ideal Husband.’ It runs until April 16.

Shakespeare Theater Company puts on an ‘ideal’ performance

Monday, April 4, 2011

“Life, Joy, Empire and Victory.” These were the words displayed on the curtain and stage of the Shakespeare Theater Company’s March 2011 production of the Oscar Wilde comedy “An Ideal Husband.” Taken from Mary Shelley’s play “Prometheus Unbound,” the mantra provided an ironic backdrop for a production laced with Victorian-era political corruption.

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Lack of GOP initiative on jobs clears way for Obama to shine in 2012

By Nick Field | April 4

Last November saw a Republican tidal wave sweep 63 new members of the GOP into the House of Representatives and make John Boehner the Speaker of the House. That election last fall was ultimately the result of many complex factors: disappointment with the president, distress over various economic upheavals and a conservative backlash against several societal changes.

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Students brave cold temps to participate in RHA's Diversival

By Nicole Glass | March 29

Students climbed up a rock wall and dropped down into a dunk tank at Tuesday’s Diversival. The Diversival, sponsored by the Residence Hall Association, took place on the quad and featured dunk tanks, a “moon bounce for equality” and “rock climbing for change,” according to RHA Vice President ...

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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