Thursday, August 23
What: "The Lorax"
Where: North Quad
When: 9:30 p.m.
How Much: Free
The Student Union Board teams up with the Student Activities Office, the Office of Sustainability and Visit South Bend to bring Dr. Seuss's "The Lorax" to campus in a special viewing on North Quad. Grab a blanket and a few friends and enjoy the free popcorn and reportedly beautiful weather, not to mention one of Seuss's classics.
Friday, August 24
What: "To Rome With Love"
Where: DPAC
When: 6:30 and 9:30 p.m.
How Much: $5
The latest oddball comedy from Woody Allen features a wide-ranging cast including the director himself, Alec Baldwin, Penélope Cruz, Jessie Eisenberg, Ellen Page and Alison Pill. The film follows four different vignettes, and though it received mixed reviews, its illustration of the beauty of Italy can always be appreciated.
Saturday, August 25
What: B1 Block Party
When: 5:00 p.m.
Where: B1 Parking Lot
How Much: $10
Legends is putting on its annual kickoff party in the B1 parking lot this Saturday with featured band Boys Like Girls. But there's more than just music, as there will also be a beer garden for those over 21, a wide variety of foods, games and other fun stuff to do. And don't miss the other band of the night, Breathe Carolina, and their hit "Blackout."
Sunday, August 26
What: Hamlet
When: 2:00 p.m.
Where: DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
How Much: $14 for students
Shakespeare's classic tragedy puts on its final show this Sunday as the finale of the Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival. The show features a number of highly talented and well-experienced players, and the story is as thrilling and relevant as ever. The play is even one of the fastest versions students are likely to see, running around two hours and 45 minutes.
