By Kat Tabor The Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton has taken center stage at the Hult Center, drawing packed audiences and high excitement from Lane Community College students. Part of the Broadway in Eugene season, the production runs from March 25 through April 6, 2025. From the first notes of “Alexander Hamilton,” theatergoers were fully engaged…
LCC’s Director of Marketing and Strategic Communications By River Shepherd for The Torch On a cold night during the January 2024 ice storm, Rebecca I. Long, Lane Community College’s director of Marketing and Strategic Communications, interpreted her power staying on as a sign that she should complete the application for the Public Relations Society of…
By Keadan Weiler You may have seen a large shepherd-type dog on campus wearing a vest and stopped yourself from petting him. Moose is one dog wearing a vest whose handler wants you to pet him — he’s a therapy dog. Unlike service dogs who need to be left alone to do their job, part…
By Kat Tabor Lane Community College arts instructor Kathleen Caprario-Ulrich’s work is influenced by her engagement with the land, particularly her 2024 artist residency at the Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Art & Agriculture in Sisters, Oregon. Through a combination of visual and written narratives, uneasyWONDER examines themes of climate change, identity and cultural narratives…
By Kat Tabor MECHA de Lane Community College, known as MEChA (Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán), adopted a new name in 2019 to align with the national rebranding of the organization. The group remains committed to educating and engaging both its members and the campus community about this transition and about the work of MECHA…
The Eugene Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” is a long-standing tradition of many Lane County families. During the show’s introduction by Suzanne Haag and Jennifer Martin, Haag prompted the crowd to raise their hands if they were returning to the show from last year and a large number of the crowd shot their hands up in the…
Lane County residents know that for several magical weekends leading up to Christmas each year, Holiday Market at the Lane County Events Center is the place to find unique handcrafted gifts, delicious food, a festive atmosphere and free entertainment. For those who are new in town, visiting, or haven’t been yet, Holiday Market is an…
The Christmas special comedy solo act coming to the Hult Center “God is a Scottish Drag Queen,” comes to the Hult Center for the Performing Arts on Dec. 14. Mike Delamont discussed his solo theatrical comedy performance in an interview with The Torch. In the show, Delamont, in a floral suit and Scottish brogue, takes…
A Night of Breathtaking Visuals, Immersive Media, and Unforgettable Moments Billie Eilish captivated the audience with an unforgettable concert at Portland’s Moda Center 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, as part of her “Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour.” Joined by opening act The Marias, the event seamlessly blended stunning visuals, innovative mixed media and spellbinding…
LP Giobbi isn’t just a DJ she’s a commanding force of energy and mystique, a true queen of her craft. Her Nov. 27 stop at the WOW Hall during the “Way Back Home Tour” proved that her EDM rave music is perfectly suited for the venue’s intimate yet dynamic atmosphere. The show was a full…
