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Monday night jazz concerts take over Dallas bar. Page 7B
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Before the final chord was completely over, the crowd gave a thunderous applause for the “bad ass” music they heard Monday night. Even after the music stopped, the room continued to roar with praise for Shelley Carrol and Eric Scortia’s jazz quartet at The Amsterdam Bar in Dallas. This European-style bar hosts Bad Ass Jazz every Monday night, which features the talent of local musicians. “It’s rare that you can see trained musicians playing at a bar in Dallas now-a-days,” bartender Ross Martinez said. “It’s all [disc jockeys] and radio music unless it’s a live music venue. We’re just a regular bar, and on Monday nights we have these incredible bands with world-class musicians.” Lead tenor saxophonist Shelley Carrol is a former member of the Duke Ellington Orchestra based in New York City. He now leads Bad Ass Jazz and has played at The Amsterdam Bar every week for 16 years. “When we started off the first four years, there were three people, but it eventually took off,” he said. “I guess people like it now,” Voted the best jazz club by the Dallas Observer, a diverse crowd packs the bar every week to hear the area’s best jazz musicians. English senior Dianna Coleman said the bar is a less pretentious place to go in Dallas. “It’s a lot more accepting of different kinds of people than most of the other places around the area,” she said. “Bad Ass Jazz is something that everyone can enjoy.” Music business senior Derek Ficken said Bad Ass Jazz on Monday nights is where it’s at. “There’s so much a teacher can teach you in band and class-
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es about music and about playing live,” he said. “But when you go check out someone at The Amsterdam Bar, you just see so much more.” Ficken has experienced the jazz scene in New York and Los Angeles and said there are just as good musicians in the metroplex that people don’t know about. “People should jump on the opportunity to hear great music, it can be a blessing in disguise,” he said. Dimly lit with an ambient atmosphere, its small size gives the bar a coffee-shop-meets-brewery feel. The laid back environment allows patrons to tune in to the freedom of expression. “I didn’t know much about jazz until I started coming here,” patron Alec Muñoz said. “I’ve been coming every Monday for the past two months, and every single time I come, there’s great music and I always meet at least one girl.”
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What: Live music Thursday – Sunday When: Open 11 a.m. – 1:30 a.m., daily Where: 5321 Mockingbird Lane, Dallas 75209 Contact: 214-887-3600 Team trivia pub quiz at 7:30 every Sunday
enjoy a variety of entertainment including live bands, pub quizzes and whiskey tastings.
BY TORY BARRINGER The Shorthorn staff
In the middle of Dallas’ posh bars and ultra lounges, the traditional spirit of Ireland can be found in Trinity Hall Irish Pub and Restaurant. The pub’s faithfulness to traditional Irish style is apparent in almost every aspect of food, beer and decor. Bookshelves, loaded with old texts, line the walls and lend a library-like atmosphere. Server Patrick Madden said the idea was to give the pub a studious feel. “It’s very cozy, very warm and very casual,” Madden said. “We try to make everyone feel at home.” The atmosphere is a callback to Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. Old Irish paintings with
Gaelic writing adorn the walls and busts of famous figures lend the pub a scholarly quality. “The intention was to bring a little bit of a collegiate-level pub to town,” said proprietor Marius Donnelly. For St. Patrick’s Day, Trinity Hall will feature live Irish music starting at 10 a.m., including a balladeer in the afternoon. Donnelly said he expects people to filter in and out during the day as they check out the local celebrations and return in the evening for dinner. The pub works to blend Irish and Texan influences. The flags of Ireland and Texas hang sideby-side over the bar along with banners of Texan and Irish soccer teams. Donnelly said he’s always care-
ful to advertise the establishment as a pub rather than a bar. He explained that bars are “where people go to become inebriated.” Pubs, on the other hand, are for conversations and drinks with friends over meals. That doesn’t mean visitors find hushed tones on a Saturday night. The pub hosts live Irish music several times a week. Patrons are encouraged to get in on the musical acts with traditional Irish drinking songs. Art and art history senior Courtney Brown’s grandfather introduced her to the pub when they went to see The Irish Rogues, a regular act at the pub. She said last time she saw music at Trinity Hall, the band passed around lyric sheets. She and the rest of the pub joined in with the
singers. “It’s really fun to go on the weekends and make music,” the art senior said. Brown said she likes the warm interior of the pub, especially compared to the more modern area of Dallas that surrounds it. “It’s almost like you’re going to your friend’s house to hang out for a while,” she said. Besides hundreds of beers and dozens of whiskies and wines, Trinity Hall’s menu also offers a large variety of choices. Hungry patrons can choose between standard bar fare, like cheese fries, or traditional Irish foods, like shepherd’s pie and lamb stew. The kitchen also offers a children’s menu with simpler items like chicken strips. Trinity Hall shows tele-
vised soccer and rugby matches, an attraction that brings in the local English fans. Donnelly said the best time to spot European diners is in the morning as they eat breakfast and watch the games. Fans of all kinds flock to the pub to cheer whenever their local team is playing or when a big match is happening. “I like to think it’s because we actually enjoy watching soccer, so we don’t mind if people come and watch it with us,” Donnelly said. Paul Greenwood, a local businessman from England, said he loves to come watch the games or just to have a drink after work. “It’s a cool locals’ pub,” he said.
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Here’s a list of eight restaurants in walking distance of one mile from campus.
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Where: 2201 Road to Six Flags Arlington 76011 Cost: $34.99 Hours: Open during spring break 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Contact: 817-640-8900
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Meadowbrook Park Golf Course Where: 1300 Dugan St. Arlington 76010 Cost: $11 Weekday $13 Weekend Hours: Opens 30 minutes before daylight and closes 30 minutes before dark every day Contact: 817-275-0221
Rising gas prices and tight budgets will keep many students at home or on-campus this spring break. With the huge South by Southwest music festival happening in Austin and a slightly smaller music festival happening at the 35 Conferette in Denton, music-loving students can only salivate from afar. However, with a myriad of fun and interesting things to do right here in D-FW, take a moment to take in the concerts, museums, art exhibits and hidden gems that won’t break the bank in travel costs. The Shorthorn lists some activities going on that are free, cheap or close that appeal to those saving money and staying local. — Lee Escobedo
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Where: 1201 South Cooper St. Arlington 76010 Contact: 817-860-5499 Hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Weekdays 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Weekends Estimated walking distance: 0.8 miles
Where: 510 E. Abram St. Arlington 76016 Contact: 817-265-8226 Hours: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday Thursday 7 a.m. - midnight Friday and Saturday Estimated walking distance: 0.7 miles
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Where: 2004 W. Pleasant Ridge Road Arlington 76015 Cost: Putt-Putt Golf- $7.50 plus tax | Batting Cages- $2 per token Hours: Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. - 1 a.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Contact: 817-467-6565
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J.R Bentley’s
Where: 406 W. Abram St. Arlington 76010 Contact: 817-261-7351 Hours: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Monday -Saturday 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Sunday Estimated walking distance: 0.3 miles
Where: 315 S. Mesquite St. Arlington 76010 Contact: 817-861-2292 Hours: Lunch 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday Dinner- 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Thursday Saturday Estimated walking distance: 0.4 miles
Begin Your Complete Bethany Café
Where: 705 W. Park Row Drive Arlington 76013 Contact: 817-461-1245 Hours: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Daily Estimated walking distance: 1.1 miles
New Hope • New Confidence • New Life Nizza Pizza & Pasta Where: 1430 S. Cooper St. Arlington 76013 Contact: 817-274-5220 Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday -Thursday and Sunday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday Estimated walking distance: 1.1 miles
India Star
Where: 703 W. Park Row Dr. Arlington 76013 Contact: 817-265-9020 Hours: Lunch 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dinner 5:30 p.m.- 9:45 p.m. Daily Estimated walking distance: 1.1 miles
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SXSW isn’t the only way to see great music. Here are eight concerts happening during spring break in D-FW.
Where: Fine Arts Building Room 169 Exhibit: Sedrick Huckaby and Barbra Riley Run Date: Until April 2 Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday to Friday Noon – 5 P.M. Saturday Cost: Free Contact: 817-272-5658
Stockyards Museum Where: 131 E. Exchange Ave. Fort Worth 76164 Cost: Free Hours: Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact: 817-625-5082
Arlington Museum of Art
River Legacy Park
Where: 201 W. Main St. Arlington 76010 Exhibit: Youth Art Encounters Run Date: Until April 3 Hours: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday to Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday Noon - 5 p.m. Sunday Cost: Free Contact: 817-275-4600
Where: 701 NW Green Oaks Blvd. Cost: Free Hours: 5 a.m.- 10 p.m. daily Contact: 817-860-6752
Lake Arlington Where: 6300 W. Arkansas Lane Arlington 76010 Cost: Free $5 daily for watercraft usage permit, but they have to have a boat. Hours: 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday- Friday Contact: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/ fishboat/boat/paddlingtrails/inland/ arlington/
Joe Pool Lake Where: 1570 F.M. 1382 Cedar Hill 75104 Cost: $5 per day Hours: 8 a.m.- 10 p.m. Contact: 972-291-3900
D-FW galleries are hosting some amazing exhibits during the break. Here’s a rundown of six upcoming shows.
The Gallery at UTA
Saturday 8:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. Contact: 817-871-7685
Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth The Toadies When: Noon Saturday Where: Energy Square 4849 Greenville Ave. Dallas 75206 Cost: $12 Contact: 214-369-9966
Kevin Fowler When: 10:30 Saturday Where: Billy Bobs Texas 2520 Rodeo Plaza Fort Worth 76164 Cost: $15 Contact: (817) 624-7117
Lady Gaga When: 8 p.m. March 14 Where: American Airlines Center 2500 Victory Ave. Dallas 75219 Cost: $64.47- $193.27 Contact: 214-221-8326
Liz Phair When: 8 p.m. March 17 Where: Granada Theater 3524 Greenville Ave. Dallas 75206 Cost: $22- $40 Contact: 214-824-9933
South by So What!? (Featuring Emmure, Asking Alexandria and Whitechapel) When: 11 a.m. March 19th Where: Palladium Ballroom 1135 South Lamar St. Dallas 75215 Cost: $35 standing room only Contact: 214-421-2021
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Where: 3200 Darnell St. Fort Worth 76107 Exhibit: Ed Ruscha: Road Tested Run Date: Until April 17 Hours: 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Tuesday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Wednesday to Thursday 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Cost: $4 students $10 adults Contact: 817-738-9215
William Campbell Contemporary Art Where: 4935 Byers Ave. Fort Worth 76107 Exhibit: Jeff Kellar + James Marshall + Brian Moore Run Date: Until March 19 Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday to Friday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday Cost: Free Contact: 817-737-9566
500x Gallery Where: 500 Exposition Ave. Dallas 75226 Exhibit: Shelby Cunningham and Thomas Feulmer Run Date: Until March 27 Hours: Noon – 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Weekdays by appointment Cost: Free Contact: 214-828-1111
Kettle Art Where: 2714 Elm St. Exhibit: Linear: New Works by Robb Conover, Dave Patterson and Yovanny Run Date: Until April 7 Hours: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Thursday to Saturday Cost: Free Contact: info@kettleart.com
G. Love When: 7 p.m. March 19 Where: House of Blues 2200 N Lamar St. Dallas 75202 Cost: $20 -$25 Contact: 214-978-2583
Snoop Dogg When: 8 p.m. March 20 Where: House of Blues 2200 N Lamar St. Dallas 75202 Cost: $38 standing room day of show Contact: 214-978-2583
The Pink Floyd Experience When: 8 p.m. March 19 Where: Bass Performance Hall 525 Commerce St. Fort Worth 76102 Cost: $106 - $327 Contact: 817-212-4280
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Sitting down with the stars of ‘Battle: Los Angeles’ Alien war film actors talk special effects and favorite films By Allen BAldwin The Shorthorn staff
In Battle: Los Angeles, a Marine platoon defends Los Angeles from an alien invasion. Jonathan Liebesman directed Battle: Los Angeles, which was shot in late 2009 in Louisiana and California. The film will be released Friday. The Shorthorn spoke during a roundtable call with Aaron Eckhart and Michelle Rodriguez, the film’s protagonists, to ask about their experiences filming the movie, how they got into character and how they would really fare in an alien invasion. Aaron Eckhart plays Staff Sgt. Michael Nantz, who guides his platoon to save civilians and fight back against the aliens.
The Shorthorn: There are a lot of alien movies out there. Did you draw on any of them? Aaron Eckhart: I didn’t draw much on any other alien movies
but more on war movies. I felt like this was a war movie with aliens as the foe. But, what I really love about this movie is that it’s filmed in a documentary style, like Black Hawk Down. TS: How did you prepare for the role? AE: I prepared by training with the Marines. I also did my own personal boot camp, learned weapons and tactical aspects of warfare. I got in really good shape for it, so I loved all the physical aspects. But, basically, I was a kid in a candy shop. I loved playing war. TS: How did you shift from a dramatic role in Rabbit Hole to a more action-oriented role in Battle: Los Angeles? AE: Obviously, it all starts with good story. In Rabbit Hole, I’m married to Nicole [Kidman] and the movie revolves around the death of our son. I don’t distinguish between one role. I trained the same way for Battle: Los An-
geles as Rabbit Hole. TS: What drew you to the character? AE: I liked the lead aspects of this, the fact that he’s a grizzled old vet about to retire. I like the fact that you never stop learning in life, no matter how experienced you are. TS: Did you do anything in this performance to stand out from other alien movies? AE: I tried to be as real as possible. When people see this movie, I feel like they will think we gave 100 percent to this film. We did everything to make you think this was happening to us. TS: Why should people see the film? AE: It is a very entertaining, kick-ass alien war movie. You don’t see those come along every day. TS: Are the aliens CGI or people in costumes? AE: A couple of them are people in costumes. Otherwise, it was
a bullhorn in our ears, “They’re there, 30 degrees to the left!” TS: Jonathan Liebesman is a fairly inexperienced director. Did that show during the movie? AE: This is a big job and he’s the general out there. He’s a pro. That’s not to say he knew everything, he was open to suggestions. He was mature enough to incorporate all of our ideas and make the movie he wanted to make. He is a very capable director who is going to be one of the greats. TS: Did anyone get hurt during shooting? AE: I broke my arm. I fell seven feet off a rock and busted my left arm. I kept on going and didn’t miss a moment. I think the scene is in the movie. TS: Who are your favorite actors to work with? AE: Nicole Kidman, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Aniston, Renee Zellweger, Hilary Swank. I’ve enjoyed their company.
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Michelle Rodriguez plays Technical Sgt. Elena Santos, who joins Nantz’s platoon.
The Shorthorn: You’re known for playing tough girls, and this is no exception. What draws you to these roles? Michelle Rodriguez: For the most part, I’m attracted to them, because I like projecting strength. It’s not my fault guys try to envision a woman as a butch broad. I’d like for it to be the perfect balance of masculinity and femininity, but I’m not going to school a bunch of writers how to write about me. I find a lot of lovey-dovey stories to be boring. TS: What was your experience working with Marines? MR: It was pretty new. I mean, who gets to shoot a .50 caliber? I was shooting blanks, but it’s got some force behind it. I also learned how to take apart an M4 and put it back together with a pen. I got to play with new toys. TS: How did you prepare for the role? MR: Those abs in Machete were from hard core training. But these guys made me run two miles everyday. TS: You’ve done a lot of voices for video games, like Halo 2. Are you a gamer? MR: I am a gamer. I’m addicted to Modern Warfare, but I don’t play a lot of other games. I’ve loved games since Atari. The only reason I do voices is so I have an excuse to go behind the scenes. TS: What are differences between working with movies and TV? MR: With TV, you have a lot more play time for your character to evolve. It’s not all set in stone. The writers are conjuring things up as they go. In films, the script is set. With TV, there’s more room to play with your character. TS: What’s your favorite role? MR: If I had to choose, I’d probably choose Trudy from Avatar, because she’s freaking cooler. She gets to fly a chopper.
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Spreading St. Patrick’s Day cheer J. Gilligan’s Bar and Grill boasts green beer, Celtic music
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J. Gilligan’s Bar and Grill’s St. Patrick’s Day block party is a time for having fun, socializing and drinking green beer. The bar and grill will hold its 32nd annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and Block Party 6 p.m. March 17. Owner Randy Ford said the bar opens for lunch with a limited menu, including grilled chicken, cheeseburgers and its famous Irish Nachos. The party officially begins at 6 p.m. and runs until 1 a.m. “The Irish Nachos are really good,� said Jared Compton, aerospace and mechanical engineering senior. “They’re definitely enough to get you through the day of drinking green beer.� The block party always happens during spring break, which Ford said both hurts and helps the party. “The bad news is people go out of town,� he said. “The good news is people come into town. It works both ways.� Ford said about 100 people attended the first block party. Almost 4,000 people attended during the course of the night last year, he said. “The reason it’s so successful is because people know other people will be here,� he said. “We’ve been so fortunate over the years to have people come.� Ford said the event was started because the bar and grill wanted to have a little party, which got larger throughout the years. “My favorite thing about the party is that I love the energy,� said Rema Atiya, TV/radio broadcasting and advertising junior. “Everyone is there to have fun.� Atiya, a bartender at J. Gilligan’s, said there are 20 beers on draft in the draft house. She
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Pulse’s guide to arts and entertainment in the Metroplex this weekend. If you know of a cool Arlington event, let us know at features-editor. shorthorn@uta.edu.
Movies Red Riding Hood Starring: Amanda Seyfried, Lukas Haas and Gary Oldman Director: Catherine Hardwicke Rated: PG-13 Released: Wide Release Friday Cost: Varies A modern retelling of the classic children’s tale with a grim tone. Mars Needs Moms Starring: Dan Fogler, Joan Cusack and Seth Green Director: Simon Wells Rated: PG Released: Wide Release Friday Cost: Varies Another CGI animated feature that will offer headaches and groans for those looking for the same fresh-
Jane Eyre Starring: Mia Wasikowska, Jamie Bell and Michael Fassbender Director: Cary Fukunaga Rated: PG-13 Released: Wide Release Friday Cost: Varies Charlotte BrontÍ’s classic story is remade by acclaimed director Cary Fukunaga of Sin Nombre. This Is Spinal Tap Starring: Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Fred Willard Director: Rob Reiner Rated: R Showing: 10:15 p.m. Friday 10:30 p.m. Saturday 10 p.m. Sunday Cost: $8.50 Texas Theatre is screening this classic cult film starting Friday.
Live Events Drowning Pool When: 7 p.m. Friday Where: Trees 2709 Elm St. Dallas 75226 Cost: $20 Contact: 214-741-1122 Jonathan Tyler And The Northern Lights
When: 8 p.m. Saturday Where: The Granada Theater 3524 Greenville Ave. Dallas 75206 Cost: $15 Contact: 214-824-9933 Bob Schneider with Quiet Company When: 9:30 p.m. Saturday Where: House of Blues 2200 N. Lamar St. Dallas 75202 Cost: $25 Contact: 214-978-2583 St. Paddy’s Day Dash Down Greenville 5K Run and Fun Walk When: 8:30 a.m. Saturday Where: Central Market 5740 E. Lovers Lane Dallas 75206 Cost: $25 early, $30 day of event Contact: www.dashdowngreenville.com 35 Conferette When: Today through Sunday Where: 110 W. Hickory St. Denton 76201 Cost: $85 for a four-day pass, $50 for Thursday and Friday, $65 for Saturday or Sunday one day pass Contact: Visit http:// www.35conferette.com/
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said that Coors’ products are dyed green for the party. Entertainment for the night will include rock bands like the Stingrays and Beryl Court, along with Irish and Celtic music. “They have all different kinds of bands,� said Compton, who went to several of the block parties. “A couple bands played more pop hits like ‘80s and ‘90s stuff, some played kind of country-ish stuff, some rock. It’s the kind of music that adds to festivities. Some of the bands knew how to manage and motivate the crowd.� Ford said St. Patrick’s Day is one of the largest festival days of the year and one of the largest beer-selling days in the country. Ford said he doesn’t encourage public drunkenness and that there will be taxi services and designated driver programs available.
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35 Conferette is a viable option for students on a budget By Tory Barringer
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Those who can’t make the trip to Austin for South by Southwest may want to go to Denton for 35 Conferette, a 4-day music festival instead. 35 Conferette, previously known as North by 35, will feature dozens of bands playing in a variety of restaurants, bars and stages. The scheduled acts include bands like Big Boi, Dem Southernfolkz and Man Factory, a group of UTA alumni and students that played the Battle of the Bands in 2010. Man Factory guitarist and vocalist, Austin Sevener, said the event will feature diverse sounds, but struggled to label them.
When: March 10 – 13 Where: 110 W. Hickory St., Denton Cost: Thursday or Friday passes $50 plus fees Saturday or Sunday passes $65 plus fees Four-day pass $85 plus fees Most venues 18+
“It’s kind of halfway between Austin City Limits and South by Southwest,” he said. Man Factory will play its set Friday at Hydrant Cafe from 10:50 to 11:20 p.m. Also featured in the schedule is
Soviet, a local band that was named one of the five local acts to see at 35 Conferette by dfw.com. The group includes John Spies, political science and economics junior, who attended the event in 2010 as a fan and described the atmosphere as easygoing. “It’s not like South by Southwest, where it’s just like a crush of people,” he said. “This is more laidback.” Soviet will take the stage Saturday at J&J’s Pizza from 10:50 to 11:20 p.m. Arlington resident Jessie Frye will also be playing 35 Conferette. She performed at the festival in 2009 and 2010 and said she noticed a difference in organization and participation.
Frye said she thinks 35 Conferette is developing into a sizable festival and resembles South by Southwest in the latter’s early years. “It’s definitely a good pre-South by Southwest,” Frye said. “It’s definitely more indie-friendly.” Spies also noticed the increased scope of the festival this year and speculated that 35 Conferette will be on the level of South by Southwest in a few years. “People like to be part of something that’s ahead of the curve,” Spies said. “This is your chance to be part of something before it’s absolutely huge.”
Tory Barringer
features-editor.shorthorn@uta.edu
PUB & GRUB THURSDAY
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3517 South Cooper St. Arlington, TX 76015 (817) 466-2825
Caves Lounge
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
*Happy Hour Deals* $5 Pitchers, All day, All $2 Longnecks Draft beer Buck’s Cheap Beer $2 (Mon-Fri, 11am-6pm) Pints ALLDay EveryDay $2.50 Draft Beer, $2.50 Buck’s Cheap Beer $2 HiBalls, $2.50 Long- Pints ALLDay EveryDay necks, $3.50 Margaritas, $3.50 Loons Juice KARAOKE NIGHT
MONDAY
$2.00 Domestic Drafts
$2.00 Osbakkens
$2.75 TALL domestic drafts
Any double martini $6.50
$5.00 double Long Division Iced Tea
$3.00 Jägers & Rumpels
$3.75 TALL premium drafts
Lunch Everyday 7 meals under $7 $2.75 Import Bottles, Well Drinks, and Domestic Drafts Stars@2PM FSSW
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$1.50 domestic drafts $2.50 premium drafts $4 Jäger Bombs
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A calendar of area food & drink specials for March 10-16 TUESDAY
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Starting Wednesday, The Shorthorn will cover the South by Southwest music festival with live daily blogging, artist interviews, photo galleries and student reactions. Headliners for this year’s festival include Bright Eyes, Bun B, Wu-Tang Clan, The Strokes, B.o.B. and UTA’s own Analog Rebellion. The Shorthorn will also cover the 2011 mtvU Woodie Awards on Wednesday night. Check theshorthorn.com each day starting at 8 p.m. Wednesday for coverage on select shows that day including photo galleries online. Going to the festival? Submit your photos and comments on our online coverage. Comment the most for a chance to win a guitar autographed by South by Southwest showcase artists.
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$2.50 Domestic and Import Bottles $1.50 Well Drinks Stars@7:30PM FSSW Mavs@9PM KTXA
$2.50 KickassCANS $4.00 PremiumCANS $3.00 Monopolowa vodka
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