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Residual Noise uses sonic and spatial art to create unique, immersive experience

By Ayana Ahuja | April 7

The latest in the IGNITE Series, the concert was part of a weekend-long festival.

The three members of Wallows sitting in a bathtub while wearing T-shirts and jeans.

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Wallows establishes reimagined sound with new EP ‘More’

By Cecilia Cheng | March 31

The project reflects Wallows’ musical journey by incorporating various musical styles into the tracks.

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‘Novocaine’ packs a punch

By Gabriella Wrighten | March 17

Directors Dan Berk and Robert Olsen deliver a fresh and unique take on an often stale genre.

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Despite falling short of expectations, ‘Mickey 17’ is a pleasure to watch

By Gabriella Wrighten | March 12

Even with a talented cast and crew, Bong Joon Ho’s latest film fails to provide more than humor.

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‘So Close To What’ is so close to being more than just a good time

By Alyssia Ouhocine | March 10

The album is sexy and mature, although lacking in any serious emotional stakes.

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Humanccinos, magical goats, sex ed and Cole N. Oscopy: The 24 Hour Play Festival delivers comedic genius

By Ann Gray Golpira | March 5

With their witty writing and compelling characters and stories, each play left audience members cackling.

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In 2025 show, Oscars face identity crisis

By Ayana Ahuja | March 4

The Academy Awards are frequently lauded as the biggest night in Hollywood and in film. Yet, Sunday night’s ceremony raised the question: What are the Oscars really about anymore?

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‘L’Histoire de Souleymane’ tugs at heartstrings in portrayal of one man’s journey to seek asylum

By Alyssia Ouhocine | March 3

The 2024 film “L’Histoire de Souleymane” was screened this past Sunday as part of the Providence French and Francophone Film Festival at Thayer Street’s Avon Cinema. Directed by French filmmaker Boris Lojkine, the film is a brief but powerful look at one asylum seeker’s struggle for safety. ...

A photo of the album covers of Sabrina Carpenter's “Short n’ Sweet” and SZA's “SOS”.

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Sabrina Carpenter and SZA are at the top of their game with deluxe releases

By Alyssia Ouhocine | February 19

Deluxe editions of “Short n’ Sweet” and “SOS” draw listeners deeper into the worlds of Sabrina Carpenter and SZA.

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‘A Complete Unknown’ attempts to strike a chord with viewers, but rings hollow

By Gabriella Miranda | February 18

The film features stunning acting performances, but struggles to captivate viewers with its storytelling.

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The Telegraph Quartet delivers vibrant, yet haunting performance at Brown

By Ishya Washington | January 31

On Monday night, the esteemed Telegraph Quartet delivered a passionate classical performance.

Photo of Keke Palmer and SZA leaning over a railing in "One of Them Days."

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‘One of Them Days’ brings true comedy and chemistry back to the big screen

By Gabriella Wrighten | January 29

The new film follows two roommates in their comedic quest to pay their rent on time.

Image from the film "Emilia Pérez" of two characters with the one on the left comforting the one on the right.

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‘Emilia Pérez’ is subpar slam poetry disguised as a musical

By Manav Musunuru | January 24

The film has compelling characters but suffers from horrendous music and terrible representation.

Two roman Gladiators played by Paul Mescal (left) and Pedro Pascal (right) square off in a fight in the Colosseum

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‘Gladiator II’ is an entertaining watch despite an emotional letdown from the original

By Gabriella Wrighten | December 5

Within minutes, the plot of ‘Gladiator II” is clear to those who remember the film’s prequel, or are familiar with the action genre.

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‘Small Things Like These’ is an emotional call to action

By Alyssia Ouhocine | November 20

For moviegoers looking for both tension and inspiration, “Small Things Like These” is a perfect choice. Starring Cillian Murphy, the historical drama explores the age-old question of moral responsibility through the lens of the controversial Magdalene Laundries of Ireland.

Elphaba Thropp (Cynthia Erivo) and her roommate Galinda Upland (Ariana Grande-Butera) look into the mirror.

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‘Wicked’ is sure to be popular with audiences and at box office

By Manav Musunuru | November 19

When “Wicked” — the musical adaptation of Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West” — premiered on Broadway at the Gershwin Theater in 2003, it was met with mixed reactions. Critics lauded the show’s production and the performances of Idina ...

Tyler, The Creator, dresses up as his altered ego persona, St. Chroma, for the album “Chromakopia.”

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Tyler, the Creator takes his mask off on ‘CHROMAKOPIA’

By Campbell Loi | November 19

Tyler, The Creator has long been known for his creative use of alter egos throughout his discography. In addition to carefully crafting aesthetics for each altar ego during his album rollouts, Tyler also alternates his tone of voice between characters during his songs to express his own thoughts and ...

A photo of a man (Andrew Garfield) holding a child followed by a woman (Florence Pugh).

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‘We Live in Time’ portrays simplistic yet bittersweet love story with star actors

By Ayana Ahuja | November 11

It has long been a tradition of American cinema to cast the hot stars of the time to play out timeless and familiar romantic tropes, and “We Live in Time” is no different. At its core, the film, released Oct. 11, is a classic doomed romance featuring two of Hollywood’s brightest actors, Florence ...

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‘A Real Pain’ puts a lighthearted twist on touching family story

By Manav Musunuru | November 7

Jesse Eisenberg returns to filmmaking with his recent dramedy film “A Real Pain,” which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January. The deeply moving story explores the importance of family with a lighthearted twist.

Zane Ellison'28, who plays Rosencrantz, stands on left, and Harry Tarses '27, who plays as Guildenstern, stands on right. The two are holding hands.

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Sold out Student production of ‘Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead’ opens over weekend

By Rose Farman-Farma | November 5

“Audiences know what to expect, and that is all they are prepared to believe in” is a central proposition of “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead,” but I certainly didn’t know what to expect when I arrived at the theater this past weekend. All brushed up on my Shakespeare quotes, I took ...