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Matilda to Maturing With Analise Scarpaci
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sombr's Rise or a Fandom's Demise
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Don Giovanni At The Met Is Not Hot
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Two Strangers Find Family in New York
Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) is a love letter to New York City. Through the eyes of both a tourist and a native New Yorker, the uniqueness and charm of the city are gift-wrapped for audience members. As the actors unwrap this gift, audiences are privy to the grit and glamour of the NY experience as well as the people who share it.
Before the Mormon Wives, There Was “The Book of Mormon”
The culture surrounding Mormonism has recently taken over the media landscape. However, we must honor the show that paved the way for this cultural phenomenon: The Book of Mormon. There is a reason the musical has been on Broadway for over a decade: the success of its humor.
Taylor Swift Can’t Ever Be Happy
TLOAS has taken a large musical and visual departure from her album art and music production in the last seven years. Producers Max Martin and Shellback created an upbeat pop album reminiscent of Swift's 1989 era. The album had a mixed reception, with some praising the joyful nature of the album and others criticising the lyricism. The critiques of the album boil down to this: people don’t like it when artists are happy.
On Being Creative with Julie Casamonti
Q and A with director, creative, and college student Julie Casamonti.
Matilda to Maturing with Analise Scarpaci
In proper Sara Bareilles form, Scarpaci has more to say, more to sing, and more to create. Whether coaching young performers, guest-starring on primetime TV, or writing her next song, she’s not chasing the spotlight — she’s building one that fits.
Downtown Girl Isn’t a Full-time Gig
Yes, the downtown girl is back. There is something romantic about the idea of walking through life like a Gilmore Girls montage, messy hair, thrifted skirt, tote bag full of annotated novels. What once felt like a celebration of individuality and a style that honored my personal interests has turned into a curated checklist. The “downtown girl” is no longer just a vibe – it is a brand.
100 Movies in 100 Days Vol. 1
As a recent college graduate trying to beat the unending boredom of my life and force-feed myself creative inspiration, I’ve decided to take on a goal to watch 100 films over the course of 100 days in hopes of actually sounding like I know what I’m talking about, because sometimes just knowing the cultural reference isn’t enough.
Where Tours Fade Out: U.S. Concert Deserts
Mapping The Lumineers’, sombr’s, and Sydney Rose’s tour locations against The Era’s Tour to determine U.S. concert deserts.
sombr’s Rise or a Fandom’s Demise?
Sombr’s rise is one of those modern music stories with streaming, social media, and a single platform doing the heavy lifting: TikTok. Tracks like “back to friends” and “undressed” found a second life as a social media trend: confessionals, dramatic reenactments, and the kind of memorable hooks that travel faster than any playlist creator.
Little Bear Ridge Road Ruined By Rudin
Disgraced producer Scott Rudin returns to Broadway for the first time since 2021 after allegations surfaced against him for abusing his staff. The show explores a world in which grief and galaxies bridge a generational gap. After the death of Ethan’s father, Sarah and Ethan navigate familial obligation, loneliness, and utility during the COVID-19 pandemic.
One Punch, Two Acts
James Graham’s Punch struggles to be sharp on Broadway. In a production with a strong ensemble, eye-catching lighting, and dynamic staging, there is not one missing piece, but rather a missing core.
Ragtime Brings the Unsung to the Forefront of History
Ragtime returns its audience to 1900s New York, where those who made and changed history are named. At times, these characters take on the role of narrators: observing and commenting. However, as mirrors for the audience to see themselves in, the musical forces you — as an audience member — to decide where you stand.