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The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

The Observer

Footloose cast onstage.

Central Theatre Ensemble cuts loose as ‘Footloose’ opening fast approaches

Isaac Dobmeier and Hayley James
May 9, 2024

One day out from opening curtains, an eager director makes final preparations for the Central Theatre Ensemble’s upcoming show, the culmination of nearly a year’s worth of tireless work from designers,...

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Photo courtesy of Wavesons Instragram account @wavesons.band

Introducing, Wavesons

Gabriela Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
May 9, 2024

“Wave·​son. noun ˈwāvsən. : goods that after shipwreck appear floating on the sea…” according to Merriam-Webster. Alternative meaning: An up and coming alt-rock band based in Ellensburg, Washington....

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(Photo courtesy of Alana Jacobs)

CWU alum brings a fresh perspective to fresh produce

Isaac Dobmeier, Scene Editor
April 30, 2024

Mountains of fruits and veggies will bring color to 4th Street, live music from buskers will fill the quiet Ellensburg air and our sleepy town will brim with energy starting Saturday, May 4. It’s the...

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Scene from Picnic. (Photo courtesy of Gracen Bayer)

CWU short films selected for KINO Short Film Festival

Isaac Hinson, Editor-in-chief
April 25, 2024

Seniors Gracen Bayer, Jakob Burnham and Junior Dylan Hanson, are the CWU students and creatives behind two short films that were recently selected to be shown at the KINO Short Film Festival in Moscow,...

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CWU student wins trumpet national title

CWU student wins trumpet national title

Nicolas Palaia, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2024

Corinne Williamson is a CWU music education major student who has just made history by being the first CWU student to win the Undergraduate Solo National Trumpet Competition in Kingsville, Texas.   Williamson...

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The Hot New Jam club members on-stage on April 20.

Unscripted comedy takes center stage with The Hot New Jam

Hayley James, Staff Reporter
April 25, 2024

On stage without a script, following the directions of the audience may be intimidating to you, but for them, this is no big deal. The Hot New Jam had their first show of the spring quarter on Saturday...

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Old Skool’s: Vintage vibes and local talent

Gabriela Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
April 18, 2024

Nestled on Main Street in the heart of Ellensburg stands Old Skool’s; the only place in town where you can buy a record and thrift a vintage jacket all while listening to live music. Old Skool’s represents...

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Inside the annual student art exhibition

Hayley James and May Borges
April 18, 2024

The College of Arts holds The CWU Juried Undergraduate Art+Design Exhibit every year for students to submit their work, view their peers' projects and potentially vie for awards and prizes. Only a select...

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Callum Angus

A Writer’s Perspective: Callum Angus Talks Nature And His Trans Experience

Gunner Stuns, Staff Reporter
April 18, 2024

Why do creators create? It could be argued that someone’s creative endeavor speaks to who they are as a person, that it’s a way of sharing who they are with the world around them. What matters to them?...

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The Show’s all yours

Gunner Stuns, Staff Reporter
April 10, 2024

As you make your way up the aisle and to the stage, each footstep feels like your shoes are filled with lead. Heart thumping in your chest, you turn to face your adoring crowd, each of their faces alight...

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Gabriel von Eisenstein onstage.

‘Die Fledermaus:’ A fresh take on a timeless classic

Gabriela Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
April 10, 2024

Before scandal, elaborate schemes and cheating spouses were the popular topic of TV shows and celebrity gossip, crowds in 1874 Vienna flocked to the opera house to see these plot lines come to life in...

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Pets for all at PUNCH Projects

Pets for all at PUNCH Projects

Lee Beck, Staff Reporter
March 7, 2024

PUNCH Projects, an art gallery in the heart of Thorp, Washington, is holding an exhibition of pet portraits called “We’ll Make Great Pets,” which is a reference to the chorus of the 1993 Porno for...

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