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Hunches and Hopes: Voice predicts the Oscars

Best Picture Who Will Win: The Big Short Who Should Win: Mad Max: Fury Road The Oscar race this year has been all over the place, and for the first... Read more

By , , , and February 20, 2016

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Clarity and Comedy: Cyrano Shines at the Poulton Theatre

A few dirty jokes, poetry, sword fights, and a bit of panache sum up Mask and Bauble’s most recent production, Cyrano. The show, created by Michael Hollinger and Aaron Posner,... Read more

By February 20, 2016

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How to Be Single: Fun, Energetic, and Relevant

A film depicting the single life of millennials was long overdue. We are constantly bombarded with articles that talk about the different ways our generation views love and enters into... Read more

By February 17, 2016

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Cherry Tree Massacre Continues to Grow and Delight

On Friday, the Georgetown Chimes continued their three-weekend a cappella festival called the Cherry Tree Massacre, one of the biggest college a cappella festivals in the country.  The concept of... Read more

By February 15, 2016

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Small Space, Big Talent: Spagnuolo Gallery Showcases Wickiser’s Versatility

The latest exhibition in Georgetown’s Spagnuolo Gallery, “Ralph Wickiser: A Retrospective,” examines the Illinois-native painter’s transition from representational to abstract nature painting. Wickiser’s paintings fit nicely into the Spagnuolo’s modest... Read more

By February 15, 2016

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Mouthy and Magnificent: Reynolds Makes Deadpool a Manic Success

After about a minute of watching Deadpool, it is abundantly clear that the film is not taking itself the least bit seriously. Instead of listing the standard rundown of actors... Read more

By February 13, 2016

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Dull Bits Cut Out: The Best of the Coen Brothers

With the release of Hail, Caesar! last weekend, Joel and Ethan Coen have put out their seventeenth feature film, more than 30 years on from thei r 1984 debut Blood... Read more

By February 12, 2016

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Critical Voices: Porches, Pool

Indie artists have increasingly incorporated synth pop vibes and unrefined vocals into their sound. On the surface, Porches, a NYC-based band spearheaded by couple Aaron Maine and Greta Kline, appears... Read more

By February 10, 2016

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Mischief, Magic and Musical Interludes: Folger Theatre’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream

At 8:00 PM on the dot, Puck — that merry wanderer of the night — ambled up the aisle of the historic Folger Library Theatre. Played by Erin Weaver (Puck... Read more

By February 10, 2016

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Critical Voices: Elton John, Wonderful Crazy Night

Friday saw the release of Elton John’s thirty-third studio album. Wonderful Crazy Night is his first since 2013 and the first to enlist the Elton John Band (guitarist Davey Johnstone,... Read more

By February 8, 2016

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“Oh, Hello” Again: Georgetown Welcomes Back Comedic Duo

At first glance, Bulldog Alley may not seem like much of a performance area. But for comedians John Mulaney (COL ‘04) and Nick Kroll (COL ‘01), this unassuming venue would... Read more

By February 8, 2016

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Critical Voices: Sia, This is Acting

“Everyone in entertainment is insecure. We’ve been dancing our entire lives for your approval,” commented Australian singer-songwriter, Sia. With the release of her 7th album, This is Acting, Sia dances... Read more

By February 8, 2016

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Et Tu, Brolin? An Ensemble Cast Carries the Coen Brothers’ Hail, Caesar!

The Coen Brothers have become cinematic chameleons. Over the course of their career, they have moved from the absurdly comical, The Big Lebowski, to the darkly comical, Fargo, to the... Read more

By February 6, 2016

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Sopranos, Strings, and Symphonies: What Lies in Shadow

Before spending a night at the opera, I tend to research some of the production’s background information and context. Understanding the historical, political, and social implications of a performance, for example, allows... Read more

By February 4, 2016

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The Boy: Clichéd, Innovative, Or Both?

Toeing a fine line between cliché and innovation, director William Brent Bell’s newest horror movie, The Boy, gets audiences screaming as it spins the tale of a doll replacing the... Read more

By February 2, 2016

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Critical Voices: Wet, Don’t You

Synth indie pop has been an increasingly popular genre, and indie groups and mainstream artists alike seem to have increased R&B influences in their music. Rising music trio Wet offers... Read more

By February 1, 2016

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Critical Voices: Ty Segall, Emotional Mugger

Ty Segall just can’t stop making music. Emotional Mugger, his latest release (from Drag City Records), is his ninth studio album in as many years, not to mention the numerous... Read more

By January 31, 2016

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Imperfect Storm: The Finest Hours Fails to Make a Splash

Despite having a thrilling storyline and an amazing ensemble of actors to work with, Disney fails to create a truly moving cinematic experience with its newest movie The Finest Hours.... Read more

By January 29, 2016

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Dull Bits Cut Out: The Rising Star of Oscar Isaac

Statistically speaking, if you’re reading this, you’ve probably seen Star Wars: The Force Awakens at least once, maybe even two or three or seven times. While watching the film, you... Read more

By January 27, 2016

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A New Kind of Old-Fashioned: The Classic Romance of Carol

The thing about most great romances, and romantic films in particular, is how much they rest on what is implied, and how they can fit maximal meaning into minimal gesture.... Read more

By January 25, 2016