This Week's Front Page
When students saw posters around campus advertising Knight Theatre's latest production "Tartuffe," I'm sure many of them turned their heads asking their friends, "What the heck does that mean?" For those who don't know-and I'm sure most who did not see the play held April 17-25 in Webb Theatre do not-the word tartuffe is a French word meaning "a hypocrite, especially one who affects religious piety. (1) comment
Soothing. Relaxing. Innovating. These three words perfectly describe the mood, tone and content of one of the world's major music genres: jazz. Jazz has been maintained throughout the years by the likes of musicians Louis Armstrong and Etta James, and continues today with jazz-influenced pop artists Michael Bublé and Adele. (0) comments
Normally, I try to go into every film with an open and bias-free mind, but sometimes, I just cannot help it. I can't walk into a showing of "The Dark Knight" with the same mindset as, say, "Hannah Montana: The Movie." Let's face it: I'm never going to be excited for a musical romp featuring Miley Cyrus and Tyra Banks. (0) comments
When "Guitar Hero" was released back in 2005, it started a cultural phenomenon where people simply hit five buttons on a plastic guitar instead of a real one. When "Rock Band" was released in 2007, the two games were compared and critiqued almost endlessly. (1) comment
Nowadays, most people do not compromise because they enjoy having it all. If you are one of those people searching for a restaurant that has it all, look no further than Legends, which prides itself on being able to satisfy anyone's taste buds with its quality food and interior design. (0) comments
For some, marriage can be one of the greatest relationships a person could ever hope to be in, but what if that beautiful sanctity is something that does not empower you but rather imprisons you? Richard Yates' novel "Revolutionary Road" captures the heartbreak of a married couple trying to cope with the pressures of everyday life. (0) comments
I remember my high school days like they were yesterday: they mainly consisted of school uniforms, Hilary Duff, "The O.C." and "One Tree Hill." Well, my school uniform is lost somewhere in my closet, I no longer hear Hilary Duff's voice on MTV, "The O.C." suffered a tragic death when Marissa died… but what about "One Tree Hill?" In the words of Justin Timberlake, they're "dead and gone. (0) comments
TAURUS (April 20- May 20): The way people are communicating with you is bothersome. Take this opportunity to suggest other ways for more open communication techniques. GEMINI (May 21-June 21): Given the economy these days, it would be wise for you to save your money: you will need it for more important and necessary things. (0) comments
Summer is almost here! Barbecues and pool parties are just around the corner, and the Super Furry Animals have just released their new album of essential summer music that is perfect for enjoying the sunshine. Not many people have heard of Super Furry Animals, but if you ever watched "The O. (1) comment