The Renaissance period is famous for its iconic works of arts and its subsequent rediscovery or “rebirth” of classical philosophy, literature and art. It is generally agreed that the Renaissance took place from the 14th to 17th centuries, and with its long span of time came dozens and dozens of influential artists. The period’s vast…
Basement music venues are having a moment. The Scoop pops in for a visit with Kodie, of Springfield, Missouri DIY venue, Rock Bottom.
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by Olivia Nentrup There has been some discussion in the arts world if the arts should be included in STEM which is Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, including Computer Science. I believe that the arts should be included in STEM and become STEAM. Let’s talk about STEM in an ever-changing, increasingly complex world. It’s more…
“It’s 2022”, is a phrase that all of us have said or heard at one time or another. Many things and people are evolving and new normals are made what seems like everyday. Weddings are changing and traditional weddings have become a thing of the past. These days, any building and any view are used…
As the days go by, there is no way to ignore the mounting evidence that the United States is as divided socially as it has ever been. Research tells us that peoples’ trust in everything from political leaders to news sources and even others around them has shattered. Surveys before the 2020 election revealed that…
SPRINGFIELD — Haley Gaines, Drury University student, and cheerleader, knew that she would make history. When she stepped out onto the Universal Cheerleading Association (UCA) Nationals competition floor, she felt history being made. She said, “I knew I was doing something the judges don’t see every day and was proud I was living out little…
Spring Vegas Scoop By Lexi Ogan SPRINGFIELD, MO – A stack of filled sketchbooks and torn-out pages of notebooks fill corners of the tiny dorm room. Pens, markers, and pencils are scattered along the desk; a laptop is filled with drafts: Draft one, draft two, draft three, all of the same piece. A girl, sitting…
For those seeking to seek a future career in music, you need to prove that you have mastered your instrument in front of an audience and judges. To accomplish this, many musicians will have to perform a jury, where you play your primary instrument in front of a select host of judges to examine your…
As you drive or walk around downtown Springfield, you may notice a variety of sculptures brightening the streets as you pass. You may not know that these sculptures are a part of an ongoing rotating exhibition called Sculpture Walk Springfield, which aims to enhance Springfield with public art in an accessible way that you should…
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