Clay Dubberly interviews Bronsen Euard, lead singer of “Bees?” – a band formed of Shenandoah University students that has just released their first EP.
Independent film tops box office charts
Tyler Ganis, Staff Writer
In the Academy-nominated movie, “Room,” based on a novel by Emma Donaghue, a woman and her son are stuck in a room, the size of a dorm, with one skylight, for seven years.
Conservatory premieres unique performance with “City of Angels”
Sarah Beck, Staff Writer
Shenandoah Conservatory premiered the musical “City of Angels” this past weekend at the Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre. It was the final Conservatory show for musical theatre program coordinator, Jonathan Flom, and the show’s music director, Dr. Thomas Albert.
Leonardo DiCaprio wins Oscar for role in “The Revenant”
Clay Dubberly, Editor-in-Chief
Leonardo DiCaprio won an Oscar for Best Actor for his role in “The Revenant” tonight — the first time he’s won an Oscar after six nominations. During his acceptance speech, he highlighted the issue of global warming.
Deadpool Breaks Movie Release Records
Tessa Climer, Social Media Manager
“Deadpool” broke the opening weekend record for an R rated movie bringing in $132.7 million according to Forbes. What separates Deadpool from other superheroes is the fact that he wants to entertain you more than save you, which made for a very hilarious cinematic experience.
“The Walking Dead” returns to AMC
Tyler Ganis, Staff Writer
One of television’s biggest shows, “The Walking Dead,” returned last Valentine’s Day, continuing its sixth season with an hour of nonstop action. The first half of the season left viewers speechless and on the edge of their seats, concerned for the safety of the beloved characters: no one is safe.
Shenandoah welcomes foreign exchange students
Sarah Beck, Staff Writer
Every year, Shenandoah University invites students from around the world to visit and become involved in classes for about two weeks at a time. This semester, the international students were welcomed in with snow days – a shock to those coming from colder countries. Despite this, Stina Arrhenius, a musical theatre student visiting from Sweden, has enjoyed her time in America.
Eric Whitacre Talks Composing, Conducting at Shenandoah Conservatory’s Performance Forum
Clay Dubberly, Editor-in-Chief
Whitacre discussed topics such as his career, and what it takes to be a performance musician. “These days, to make a career for it, it involves improvisation,” he said, adding that there’s no clear path to success in the world of music. Whitacre announced his interest in returning to Shenandoah: “What I’d love to do is come back and give a whole concert.”
“The Finest Hours” pits the U.S. Coast Guard against Deadly Storms
Nichole Davila-Sanchez, Staff Writer
On Jan. 29, “The Finest Hours,” directed by Craig Gillespie, swept theaters. “The Finest Hours” will have you on the edge of your seat, as you watch the struggle of the men fighting to survive and rescue each other. In an interview with CBS News, Officer-in-Charge and long time friend of the late Bernie Webber, Corbin Ross stated, “This is the greatest small-boat rescue the Coast Guard has seen, ever.”
Zayn Malik debuts his new album
Tyler Ganis, Staff Writer
Zayn Malik is most known for being a member of the popular boy band, One Direction. He has now moved on to a solo career. His album Mind of Mine is being released March 25 of this year – exactly one year since he left One Direction.
Plot Twist: I’m actually 19
Rachel Levy, Staff Writer
I heard that people just look for sex on Tinder, so I set out to see if it is true. Short answer: it is. I gave into the new social trend of online dating to see what people do on these sites. No, I did not sign up for eHarmony or Match.com (who needs real, long lasting relationships anyway?) I chose the hit it and quit it site: Tinder.
Romeo & Juliet Review
By Sarah Beck Modern-day productions of Shakespeare’s old work, especially in educational settings, are now adapted to appeal to an audience who will understand what’s going on. Shenandoah Conservatory went against the […]
SU Takes On The Tragic Tale Of Romeo & Juliet
Photos By Ghadah Alotaibi
Who Are The Playwrights?
By Sarah Beck With all of the programs SU has to offer, The Playwrights Performance is one that not very many students on campus know about. It is a unique program that’s […]
Finding Dory
By Tyler Ganis Finding Nemo was one of Disney’s biggest animated films. Grossing a little over three million dollars just in North America alone. It was released in 2003 and it was […]
Conservatory Freshmen Plan Documentary Project
By Michelle Adams What began as a simple question to friends in the lobby of Armstrong has become a film project like no other for a few Shenandoah musicians. Following their passions, […]
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