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‘Jesus Christ Superstar:’ A truly stellar and spiritual experience

Chelsea Bossert, Editor-in-Chief February 21, 2024

Spoilers ahead for “Jesus Christ Superstar.” One of the more controversial yet critically acclaimed musicals came to Oakland University's Varner Studio Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 15 to a sold-out...

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‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians:’ The newest TV adaptation

Moe Del Rosario, Arts Reporter February 21, 2024

Fans of the book series “Percy Jackson & the Olympians” everywhere initially freaked with the announcement that the book series would be turned into a show on Disney Plus and given a chance to...

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‘A Little More Alive’ debuts at Meadow Brook Theatre

Moe Del Rosario, Arts Reporter February 21, 2024

From Nick Blaemire comes the original musical “A Little More Alive” to Meadow Brook Theatre — a comedy with disconsolate undertones and great folk-pop songs to keep you entertained through the whole...

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Heartbreak across the decades: What is a breakup album?

Chelsea Bossert, Editor-in-Chief February 14, 2024

Valentine’s Day means a lot of different things for a lot of different people. For some, it means a romantic day full of love and excitement. For others, it's a devastating reminder of the crippling...

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Best LGBTQ+ romance books to read for Valentine’s Day

Moe Del Rosario, Arts Reporter February 14, 2024

Along with being a film buff, I happen to be an avid reader. For Valentine’s Day, I also wanted to share some of my favorite romance books to read.  Here are some suggestions if you’re in the mood...

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‘Upgraded:’ Use those nepo connections this Valentine’s Day!

Olivia Chiappelli, Editor-in-Chief February 14, 2024

When thinking about what to write about for our Valentine’s Day issue, I obviously knew that I had to write about a rom-com, it was only right. However, when I initially started searching for new...

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Best LGBTQ+ romance movies to watch this Valentine’s Day

Moe Del Rosario, Arts Reporter February 14, 2024

In honor of Valentine’s Day, it’s always fun to watch a romantic movie with a partner or friends the day of. For LGBTQ+ people, it’s a bit harder to access rom-coms and feel-good movies with good...

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Billy Joel releases new single, “Turn the Lights Back On”

Autumn Okuszka, Editor-in-Chief February 7, 2024

In 1993, Billy Joel, the “Piano Man” whose music has transcended genres with hits like “You May Be Right,” “Uptown Girl” and “We Didn’t Start the Fire,” released his last studio album,...

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‘Mean Girls:’ The spectacle that overshadowed the film

Moe Del Rosario, Arts Reporter February 7, 2024

Buzz surrounded the much talked about revamped “Mean Girls” movie musical after its release on Friday, Jan. 12 — both positive and negative.  Released exactly 20 years after the original movie...

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‘America Through Our Lens:’ Kaleidoscope theatre’s intersectional look into America

Chelsea Bossert, Editor-in-Chief January 31, 2024

Directed by Sarita Alvarado, “America Through Our Lens” is the Oakland University Kaleidoscope Cabaret Theatre’s second annual performance. It is an inspirational look into the global majority of...

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‘Wall of Eyes:’ Thom Yorke is not done yet

Chelsea Bossert, Editor-in-Chief January 31, 2024

The sentimentality of reviewing a Radiohead side project is certainly palpable. A variety of emotions come up when listening to the band: angst, wonder, peace, paranoia… but primarily grief.  When...

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‘The Boy and the Heron:’ Another stunning display of art by Hayao Miyazaki

Moe Del Rosario, Arts Reporter January 31, 2024

Studio Ghibli is known for its beautiful films with deep meanings and lovable characters. “The Boy and the Heron” follows that same recipe and delivers another tale that can capture any audience member,...

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