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Show FEATURES I f'41 - Et 1( D Af st Zed aim Rag ng r".-- - ' - - , i., kristihDSN - is a way," meaning . A ',,' kAt..a..,C - ,14,, 0) I ;.. Dixie State University's song and dance performance team, Raging Red, has a way of spreading a powerful message through their music as they also work to recruit people to DSU. Raging Red's annual spring concert is a showcase of the musical numbers the group performs at high schools and other institutions throughout the semester. Del Beatty, dean of students and temporary director of Raging Red, said, "We accomplish recruitment through a show that has wide audience apseveral peal different musical styles." The team motto is "there t. ,, .,,,,,r- - ' ''' - , 'r - i ,,..,,,,,,. 4 ' - t. e,'' ' ' ' 44 - ., ' r ' ' if:J., -- ,, ' 1, Ao I - ,, ';' ,,,,' .. i i, ' ,,,,-.4- ,,, ,y-- i .. r,-.- , 0 ., o 8 ,,,,,;': t ( ' tC. I. , t,, 'If- ,k),i L....,,,, ,,,,.,,,,.,..- -4 ,,v , N ', ) j ,, n LA e i z -- , '1 4 '''''. ' Red and what the songs mean to them. Priester said she can pinpoint who she is performing for by talking to and meeting individuals in the audience. Along with performing locally, the group goes on international tours to recruit people. They tra'veled to Costa Rica for their 2019 spring break. Coleman said the trip was successful; their goal in each tour is to make connections for DSU and help students to feel the Dixie 1t" I - ,6.,' . .2,- ,44 4 ,: A, , ,4 4 ,444, t ' ' 1 4 ,ie t 0,11 ,,, 1, ,,,, ,,, l' . . i . P ; , ! I i. 4 ,..ti ,, , , 1 ,..) t k..', , , ', 1 ) t 1,,,,,,, , I ,,,k ,) ,1, , ( , , ., 1 - N '.. i, ( .,' ),' i'31 c '''''''''''''''''') , , I s ' ! ui ,......, i ., ,,,.,.....1.), - :7:--. ,,, ''., , , ), , .,...,,, i), r:A.,- I A t, spirit, he said. When they convey that feeling to the audience, they use that connection to recruit individuals to DSU, Coleman said. Members of Raging Red have had unforgettable experiences with their time in the group. N"136'ing'part of Raging Red has been one of the coolest experiences I've had at DSU ," Coleman said. "It's a special experience to be able to share the power of music with other people who maybe don't 1 ' 4, 1 ,.. . L - .. ''''. fI :. Raging Red performs in Costa Rica to one of the many schools they visited during spring break. The video for the song "You Will Be Found," which has garnered over 10,000 views on YouTube. man, are meant to give students a sense of belonging and invite them to be open about who they are. "Raging Red is so impacting because music has a different way of reaching people than anything else does," said Brett Coleman, a junior communication major from Midway and member of Raging Red. Before and after each performance, the group interacts with the audience to tell them about their experiences with Raging ,,, ',4, t. .,, - 1 ,' , , , 4 ,,.................,,4,..................,.x.. -,,, 1 b- ,.. , :',...., j ,i,' ,....- - 44,4444,,, ! r.- :' its.. , 1 ) ,' t) TN . L , So' ,: . ' ,,Mwi,,,,.........."....".""Ir....14,-- Elmoinomi. 9n ) , r l'A 4 4 - - t, ,,t, t; I ' "t6L) , 't y 't) ,,, tl , 1 "i " t: ' ilitt ,.'' ,., 4 ' , - ,' - 4' -- - - , -- I l ii - ,, -, i e,, ' 1 -. : i, .,,,,, ,,, 1 .... song and dance performance team recently released a music get to have those opportunities." Kai li Sudweeks, a freshman exercise science major from Walnut Creek, California and member of Raging Red, said she has made wonderful friendships from being on Raging Red and has met genuinely goad people who want to make a difference wherever they go. "I don't know what I would have done without the family I've become a part of," Sudweeks said. DIXIE BOWL: t m C Z Z ',, ,, 4 George, there are several places to go on a date with your significant other, and Dixie Bowl feel that makes the experience unique; great option. The whole bowling alley has an with 12 bowling lanes, pool tables and arcade games, you're bound to have a fun time. In St. is a old-tim- BY HANNAH DISMUKE DismukeHannah e ties. excitement of discovery when you hike, and that makes a date more SNOW CANYON STATE PARK: 6 a.m. - personal." 10 p.m. daily. Located at 1002 You have worked up the courage to ask that special someone on a date, and now that they have said yes, it's time to make a plan. Luckily, there are some unique spots here in St. George for great date opportuni an old style charm with climbers, as well as hik12 bowling lanes, pool horseback ing, biking, To tables and arcade games. riding and more. get into Snow Canyon, the This place is truly a cost is $10 per vehicle or hidden gem. The staff is friendly, the food is $5 for pedestrians. Snow Canyon makes decent and they offer for a perfect opportunity tournament bowling if to go exploring and share you are up to the those common interests of adventure and the outdoors with your date. LASER MANIA FAM-- . There is so much to see ILY FUN CENTER: between volcanic rock Monday - Thursday 4 and sand dunes, and this p.m. - 10 p.m., Friday park is perfectly accom2 p.m. - 11 p.m., and modating for any level of Saturday 11 a.m. - 11 interest or skill. p.m. Located at 67 UT-3- 4. , N. Snow Canyon Rd. "Hiking in Snow Canyon is always an awesome place to go," said Bailey Buehner, a freshman graphic design major from South Jordan. "You have that This year is Snow Canyon's 60th Anniversary, and this beautiful state park offers more than 38 miles of trails varying in difficulty and is home to diverse plants and animals. The park provides opportunities for climbing for those who are starting out for the first time and advanced 4 ,,..... I ,),ti ' '1; ( , - - I 1,) . ..s e..-'-- K : L".',''''''..,, ti lk. ': I t;,ot....'7 ,,,S , , ;.;:.7) '''''' : i -- 4 - i;-- ' I (-- 2, t ,,T.7,,,, , i, x ; 1 1 : 7,....., i z i if they ,f,, , - . , ,. - , ..... "Hands down, I'd tell anyone out there to just come and see the show for themselves; ya'll have my personal invitation." Raging Red's annual spring concert will be on April 3 at 7:30 p.m. on the Eccles Main Stage located in the Dolores Dore Eccles Fine Arts Center; the concert is free to the public. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the screening of the e music video and documentary, which starts at 7:00 p.m. team-mad- George offers unforgettable date nights St. 1 ...,. I ( , t 2 7- I ?' ..., 't pany manager. Attending Raging Red's concert is a way for students, faculty, staff and the community to see who is representing the school, Priester said. However, Raging Red was established for more than recruitment. Songs they perform, such as "A Million Dreams" from The Greatest Show t - ,, 1 '7., A -. ,,' - . ,.,..7i, ,,, ,,,,,.,.. - )A , S e ' - ,,,,....., :,t... 1- k .4' t, f ,,, ,,,' ' )7Z, ( , , r '! 's , i ,,,, can get people talking about and interested in DSU then they will, said Imari Priester, a sopho more communication major from Van Nuys, California and the Raging Red com- - , il '' , ,,4 .,,, , . . .. ::'', SN. , , :- I , ,..., -- .1 ' ' ,,,,,, . re El ' . - I ;11:;', )9 ; i , 0 ins "Y , ; - - -- -- 'r I t- 0 0 BY KRISTI HARRIS - .V II Si Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. - 12 a.m., and Sunday 1 p.m. p.m. Located at 146 E. City Center St. "You almost step back in time at Dixie Bowl," said Kyle Seaich, a junior business administration major from St. George. "If you are into that it's great for bowling, and they also have food, pool tables and an arcade so there is more than one activity if you want to do more." Dixie Bowl is an intimate place that boasts 8 Alec McCormick, a sophomore film major from Las Vegas, said: "One of the best places for a date is Laser Mania. Not only is it really fun, but it doesn't cost a lot to have a good time." Laser Mania is located in the heart of the downtown area, and they offer blacklight mini golf, laser tag, virtual reality, a movie ride, bumper cars and an arcade. McCormick said Laser Mania makes for a great date night because doing fun activities is more special than the typical dinner and a movie. Laser Mania has one 4-- D of the best arcades in St. George. Not only that, but all of the activities they offer are reasonably priced. The blacklight mini golf is so unique, and the welcoming staff gives Laser Mania such a lively vibe. MYSTERY ESCAPE ROOM: Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Located at 46 W. St. 'George Blvd. Anna Plater, a junior criminal justice major from Helper, said: "There is so many fun places around here, but I love to go to the escape room. The goal is to escape from an area before the time runs out, so it is the perfect group date activity." Plater said there are several different rooms you can choose to escape from, and each room has a unique theme so that keeps things interesting, because this date activity requires teamwork. Mystery Escape Room is located in Ancestor Square in downtown. Prices differ based on the time and room you choose. ( --- . . |