About Amanda Moutinho

Amanda is a senior at CU, and this is her fifth semester with the CU Independent, previously working as an entertainment reporter, copy editor and opinion editor. She’s double majoring in news-editorial and film studies – her two passions. She loves journalism and has interned at Daily Camera, Denver Business Journal and is currently at the Boulder Weekly. She is a pop culture fanatic that loves 80s movies, Woody Allen and Lady Gaga. Her plan is to travel around the world and settle down in a beach house on the coast of Greece.

Author Archive: Amanda Moutinho

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  “The Nutcracker” – the perfect way to celebrate the holidays

  Dec 3, 2012comments

  As the stores get more crowded and the temperature drops, the smell of peppermint fills the air and you know it’s the holiday season. If you are looking for ways to celebrate, add the Colorado Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” to your winter... read more »

   
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  Peaches to storm the stage Saturday at Summit Music Hall

  Oct 12, 2012comments

  When you blend the lines between genres, gender, sexuality and inappropriateness, you’re left with music that pushes the boundaries, hits just the right note and perfectly describes the sound of Canadian rock diva Peaches. Saturday night she... read more »

   
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  Sleeping Beauty sparkles at Ellie Caulkins

  Oct 9, 2012comments

  When thinking of the fairy tale “Sleeping Beauty,” most people conjure images of the 1959 Disney cartoon, but the Colorado Ballet is aiming for a more chic vision. Saturday night in the grandiose Ellie Caulkins Opera House, the Colorado... read more »

   
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  Pitch Perfect strikes some good notes, some off-key

  Sep 25, 2012comments

  When you mix the music from “Glee” with the humor from “Superbad,” you get a comedy that provides belly laughs and groovy tunes, otherwise known as “Pitch Perfect.” Monday night, Program Council hosted a sneak peak of the movie,... read more »

   
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  Music Buff: Political Playlist

  Sep 24, 2012comments

  If there is any medium that has helped summarize and critique the politics of a given era, it is that of popular music. Whether it’s commenting on political instability or making people own up to their wrongdoings, musicians have always... read more »

   
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  College, Cardio and Carrots: Getting back into gear

  Sep 11, 2012comments

  The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. Summer months are the perfect time to get in shape. The weather is great for biking, swimming, running, hiking... read more »

   
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  Rocky Horror gets Wicked

  Apr 22, 2012comments

  The cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show is packed with sexual awakenings, a transvestite  and the ever-popular “Time Warp.” The Broadway musical Wicked has munchkins, flying monkeys and a witch who defies gravity. Monday night at the... read more »

   
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  “The Drowsy Chaperone” brings old-time humor to Boulder

  Apr 8, 2012comments

  “The Drowsy Chaperone”  is not cutting-edge. It’s not modern or risque, and there’s no nudity or violence. It’s an outdated musical that’s full of puns, corny jokes and tired dance moves. And that’s what makes “The... read more »

   
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  College, Cardio and Carrots: How to avoid spring break slip-ups

  Mar 22, 2012comments

  The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. A successful spring break ends with a couple souvenirs, a nice tan and maybe some crazy stories — but not... read more »

   
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  College, Cardio and Carrots: The dos and don’ts of joining a fitness class

  Mar 10, 2012comments

  The opinions represented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of CUIndependent.com nor any of its sponsors. Working out is hard enough, but the thought of doing organized movements surrounded by strangers can cause... read more »