The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

First Night festival returns to town

First Night festival returns to town

December 9, 2014

Those remaining in Burlington over winter break shouldn’t worry about making New Year’s Eve plans.First Night Burlington has  you covered.First Night Burlington, Inc. is a private non-profit organization...

Reggae-rocking rapper set to perform in Vermont

Reggae-rocking rapper set to perform in Vermont

December 9, 2014

Perhaps the most well-known reggae-rapping star is scheduled to play at Higher Ground Tuesday Dec. 16.Matisyahu, an Orthodox Jew, writes reggaeton and rap music influenced by Jewish spirituality.Matisyahu...

UVM band fired up

November 18, 2014

There’s a new underground sound in Burlington that’s coming to the surface. That sound belongs to UVM band Holy Smokes.Composed of all seniors, the band is set on making a mark during their last year...

Concert not too cheesy

Concert not too cheesy

Jon Zinter November 18, 2014

Three intricate light displays cast six triumphant silhouettes in rainbow colored light Nov. 15. The Memorial Auditorium was as hoppin’ as ever. The String Cheese Incident returned to Burlington for...

‘Slam’ brings local jams

‘Slam’ brings local jams

November 18, 2014

JENNIFER RAMIREZ The Vermont CynicA student performs at Burly AMA Slam at Skinny Pancake Nov. 10.Friends, classmates and foodies alike made up the Skinny Pancake crowd Nov. 10 during the inaugural night...

Writer talks ‘Fun Home’ and Freud

Writer talks ‘Fun Home’ and Freud

November 18, 2014

The best book of 2006 wasn’t a book in the traditional sense, but a graphic novel called “Fun Home,” according to Time Magazine.“Fun Home” author and illustrator Alison Bechdel spoke about her...

Kat Wright prepares for upcoming show and album

Eliza Giles November 18, 2014

Tucked away on the intersection between North Winooski Ave. and Pearl Street is a cozy restaurant and café, sounds of live music radiating through its walls. This is Radio Bean and on Thursdays at...

On constructing ‘Invisible Homes’

April 29, 2014

What happens when you give an English lecturer an electric guitar and a band of handpicked musical collaborators?  You get Invisible Homes, the Burlington art rock band fronted by UVM's own English...

A look at local festivals

April 29, 2014

Summers in Burlington may get a little lonely if your friends go back home. Luckily, the arts scene booms this time of year. You can get your groove on and make some new friends at these exciting upcoming...

Comedy showcase coming this spring

April 29, 2014

Comedians near and far will be coming to stages around Burlington May 21 through May 25. ?I did some shows in Mexico and everywhere I go, as soon as I check into my hotel room, I immediately hang the...

New mural to capture the colorful

April 29, 2014

As any observant Marche-goer could tell you, UVM?s Living and Learning Center is sporting a shiny new mural.Painted by visiting artist and UVM alumnus Sarah Rutherford, the mural depicts a central image...

SpringFest right as rain

April 29, 2014

Though SpringFest was caught in a cloudy rainstorm turning much of the Central Campus quad to mud, the weather failed to spoil the mood for students.The lineup, which featured UVM bands Binger, Tar Iguana...

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