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What does it mean to be a friend? Or rather, how far would you go to prove that you were a "true friend" to someone? Would you willingly surrender your life and happiness for the sake of another, all in the name of "unconditional love?" And what happens if that love is never reciprocated? These are just some of the earnest yet probing questions that the Poison Cup Players ask in their newest production, Edward Albee's A Delicate Balance, opening at McManus Theatre on November 20.

Loyola College is delighted to present Amanda Burnham: Denominator at the Julio Fine Arts Gallery. The exhibition features Burnham's distinct perspective on contemporary American landscapes and the individual's reaction to the sense of alienation in corporate culture.

On Monday, November 3, Summit Entertainment conducted a conference call with Twilight star, Robert Pattinson. Pattinson plays the role of Edward Cullen, a broken young man with a dark secret-he's a vampire. Based on the best-selling novels by Stephanie Meyer, Twilight details the romance of Edward and a human girl, Bella, played by actress Kristen Stewart.

These days, it seems as though a revival of the vampire culture has evolved, as shown by the increasing popularity of the Twilight book series at the forefront of American culture. With fans eagerly awaiting the best-selling first novel to debut on film, it would appear that vampires are all the rage.

This past week, I got a chance to talk with drummer Nate Novarro of Cobra Starship. The band, which loosely classifies itself as a mix of "rock, hip hop and house," is currently headlining a national tour, deemed the "Sassy Back Tour," with supporting acts, such as Forever the Sickest Kids, Hit the Lights and Sing It Loud.

Located on New York Avenue in Washington, D.C., Marrakesh is one of Washington's most remarkable restaurants. It offers a unique dining experience and a taste of Moroccan culture. For three decades, the restaurant has been critically acclaimed, and it is certainly worthy of that praise.

"Indie Rock's Boy Genius," Conor Oberst, has made a lasting impression on the indie music scene since his breakout release of Lifted or the Story is in the Soil, Keep Your Ear to the Ground with Bright Eyes in 2002. However, his dramatic, distressing and uninhibited days as a misunderstood troubadour are currently sidelined for his self-titled album and tour with the Mystic Valley Band.

As we freeze between classes, reluctantly break out our Uggs to stay warm and get horribly wind-blown when we step outside after perfectly styling our hair, it becomes clear winter has arrived with a vengeance. The dry climate at this time of year can wreak havoc on our hair and skin, so I have compiled a survival guide of beauty products to protect us against the elements and help us withstand winter weather.

Philadelphia: a place of history, cheesesteaks and surprisingly exciting baseball. Oh, and also home to some of the wildest fans and top music venues on the East Coast. At least, that's what Adam T. Siska, bassist for the Chicago band The Academy Is..., thinks about the Philadelphia music scene.