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Exclusive: Jesse McCartney chats dual ‘All’s Well’ EP and tour

Exclusive: Jesse McCartney chats dual ‘All’s Well’ EP and tour

17 hours ago

College students who were raised on a diet of "Alvin and the Chipmunks," "Suite Life of Zack and Cody," and "Horton Hears a Who!" are undoubtedly familiar...

JP Saxe brings color to the ‘grey areas’ of Boston

JP Saxe brings color to the ‘grey areas’ of Boston

17 hours ago

JP Saxe tends to love “a grey area.” On March 6, amid Boston’s rainy and dull backdrop, Saxe created a space that was anything but dreary and colorless.  At...

Zac Efron and John Cena talk ‘Ricky Stanicky’

Zac Efron and John Cena talk ‘Ricky Stanicky’

March 21, 2024
In a tale of childhood mischief turned lifelong deception, three inseparable friends concocted a clever ruse that endured over two decades.
Youth and New York in ‘Cleopatra and Frankenstein’

Youth and New York in ‘Cleopatra and Frankenstein’

March 21, 2024

This article contains spoilers.  Wandering into the tiny closet-like store aptly titled The Almost Corner Bookstore in the Trastevere neighborhood...

Julio Torres’ ‘Problemista’ masterfully tells the story of a toymaker with big dreams

Julio Torres’ ‘Problemista’ masterfully tells the story of a toymaker with big dreams

March 21, 2024
Julio Torres’ new film “Problemista” promotes individuality in a world that often stifles creativity.
Jorge Arroyo on lighting design for ‘Eurydice’

Jorge Arroyo on lighting design for ‘Eurydice’

March 21, 2024

Boston Lyric Opera’s “Eurydice,” which ran its stunning production from March 1 to 10, has received much acclaim due to its stellar performance and...

An Instagram post announcing the return of Black Swan for the Spring 2024 semester.

Meet Black Swan, Kasteel Well’s magazine by students, for students

March 21, 2024

As Kasteel Well students approach the final weeks of their semester, they’ve likely already collected plenty of souvenirs and trinkets across Europe....

‘Drive-Away Dolls’: Blending crime, comedy, and refreshing queer representation

‘Drive-Away Dolls’: Blending crime, comedy, and refreshing queer representation

March 8, 2024
“Drive-Away Dolls,” filmmaker Ethan Coen’s first movie made without his brother, Joel, is currently in theaters.
‘Pretty Woman’ takes the stage at Emerson Colonial

‘Pretty Woman’ takes the stage at Emerson Colonial

March 8, 2024

This article contains spoilers. Backdropped by a set of the Hollywood sign, the Emerson Colonial Theatre stage erupted into a riot of upbeat sound and...

‘Madame Web’ and the death of superhero films

‘Madame Web’ and the death of superhero films

February 28, 2024
Sony’s newest superhero flick, “Madame Web,” has turned out to be as disastrous as its predecessors. It has fallen to 12 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, citing a “predictable plot” and uneven execution.
‘Dune: Part Two’ Directed by Denis Villeneuve

‘Dune: Part Two’ saga expands with new depths and real-world themes

February 28, 2024

This article contains spoilers. Prepare to be immersed again in Frank Herbert’s “Dune: Part Two.” Director Denis Villeneuve delivers a cinematic...

Photo courtesy of Rodrigo Larios

The Theater Offensive’s “Queer Prom” brings together Bostonians to celebrate LGBTQ+ liberation

February 21, 2024

The Theater Offensive’s latest community-building event brought together some of Boston’s most notable queer activists and performers for a special...

Photo courtesy of Nile Scott Studios

Boston Lyric Opera draws on forgotten history with ‘The Anonymous Lover’

February 21, 2024

The onstage orchestra at the intimate Huntington Theatre lit up in a purple glow as they began the overture to Le Amant Amour, or “The Anonymous Lover,”...

The emotional ricochet of Mitski at MGM Fenway Music Hall

The emotional ricochet of Mitski at MGM Fenway Music Hall

February 21, 2024

On Feb. 18, MGM Fenway Hall witnessed an enchantment as potent as the deep shadows cast by a grand, looming curtain at the center of the stage. As Mitski...

‘Duel Reality’ soars high at Cutler Majestic Theatre

‘Duel Reality’ soars high at Cutler Majestic Theatre

February 15, 2024

Quebec-based acrobat troupe the 7 Fingers performed “Duel Reality,” a thrilling show inspired by Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” on Feb. 7 at...

The return of Brittany Howard with ‘What Now’

The return of Brittany Howard with ‘What Now’

February 15, 2024

Leading up to the release of Brittany Howard’s new album “What Now” on Feb. 9, the former Alabama Shakes frontwoman seemed to become more and more...

Emerson VMA major captures weddings on film

Emerson VMA major captures weddings on film

February 15, 2024

Love, laughter, and happily ever after—this Emerson basketball player–turned wedding videographer is capturing it all through the lens of passion and...

‘Moulin Rouge!’ dazzles on Boston Stage

‘Moulin Rouge!’ dazzles on Boston Stage

February 8, 2024

This article contains spoilers.  On Feb. 1, the Citizens Bank Opera House stage lit up in a fiery red glow as “Moulin Rouge!” commenced in a flurry...

Emerson student film: A taste of whats to come this year

Emerson student film: A taste of what’s to come this year

February 8, 2024

The spring semester is well underway, and Emerson College’s student filmmakers are working hard to produce, film, and release films and TV shows in 2024.  With...

Hisham Matar’s ‘My Friends’ explores the value of friendship

Hisham Matar’s ‘My Friends’ explores the value of friendship

February 8, 2024

Carrying an inexpressible feeling in your chest is not a unique experience. Author Hisham Matar acknowledged this feeling in his life, one that led to...

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