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Connections Literary Magazine

On Friday April 4, the Brandeis Asian American Student Association celebrated the launch of the issue of their annual literary magazine, Connections. 

Reflections on 'Building Americana: A Conversation with Hugh Hayden'

On April 3, Brandeis University once again welcomed architect, artist and visionary Hugh Hayden to discuss his ongoing collection at The Rose Art Museum, “Hugh Hayden: Home Work.” Joined by Dr. Muna Güvenç (FA) and Dr. Gannit Ankori (FA), the co-curator of the exhibition, Hayden explored the inspiration behind his works and provided an inside look at how he “built Americana.” 

Don't look back: a 'Eurydice' review

Last Friday, on April 4, I attended the Brandeis Theater Department’s latest show, “Eurydice.” Written by Sarah Ruhl and directed by Dori A. Robinson ’00, this modern retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus is told from Eurydice’s perspective.

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"Porcelain War" and artistic resistance

Feb. 24, 2025 marks three years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. For the past three years, Ukrainian civilians have been fighting against Russian forces, striving to protect their freedom, their families and the future of their nation. Throughout these three years, Brandeis students and faculty have been holding events to share Ukrainian stories, ensuring the war’s impact remains relevant and present within our community. 

"Captain America: Brave New World" and the politics of power in 2025

With “Captain America: Brave New World” hitting theaters in early 2025, the Marvel Cinematic Universe once again places politics at the heart of its traditional “superhero” narrative. This latest installment is more than just an action-packed blockbuster — it serves as a reflection of contemporary anxieties about leadership, nationalism, media influence and the struggle for power in modern America.

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Hold Thy Peace's "Argonautika"

This past weekend, Hold Thy Peace, the Brandeis Shakespeare and classics theater group, performed their spring semester show “Argonautika” by Mary Zimmerman. “Argonautika” is a modern adaptation of the Greek epic poem “Argonautica” written in the third century before the common era by Apollonius Rhodius. The story follows that of Jason and the Argonauts on their quest to retrieve the legendary golden fleece from Colchis and bring it back to Iolcus, Jason’s home. Set before the Trojan War, the Argonauts feature a star-studded cast of familiar heroes including Hercules, who joins the voyage in between his famous labors. 

The Debutante: dual depictions

If you’ve visited the Rose Art Museum this past semester, you may have encountered the beautifully abstract artworks of British-Mexican artist, Leonora Carrington. From her sketches to her paintings, Carrington’s surrealistic pieces transport viewers to new realms, constructing alternate realities where our world is blended with the unimaginable. 

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Watch out! Art is Everywhere!

Currently on exhibition at the “Musée d’Orsay” of Paris is a collection of late  19th and early 20th century posters, advertisements and music all centering around the works of art found in the street. Art in the street is one of the most important art forms to our public consciousness. It is an art exhibited to the public with no separation from our quotidian lives. It is a part of our lives in support of what we experience, media that increasingly coalesces with our steps, our work, our commute, and places itself in our community. The Orsay Museum has taken the opportunity to revisit such advertisements to show certain mutable aspects of street art.

The Russian Club talent show: A celebration of culture and heritage

On March 12 the Brandeis Russian Club and Russian Studies program performed their annual Student Talent Show as part of Brandeis’ Russian Language & Culture Week of 2025. The Student Talent Show is a tradition dating back to 2008 and all students are encouraged to participate, not just students in the Russian Club or Russian Studies Program. Before the celebrations began there was an acknowledgment of those affected by war and an explanation of the significance of International Women’s Day in post-soviet countries. International Women’s Day takes place on March 8 and after Russian women gained suffrage in 1917 the country adopted it as a national holiday. Later the date was also adopted by the United Nations in 1975. 

Brandeis' post-baccalaureate exhibition opens

On March 12, I attended the opening of the post-baccalaureate art exhibition in Dreitzer Gallery. This exhibition features four incredible artists. I was lucky enough to chat with them about their work to gain some inspiration and insight on their process and to ask them each about my favorite piece of theirs. 

The enchanting performance of "La Belle au Bois Dormant"

Withstanding rain, hail and wind, spectators stood before the National Opera of Paris, excitedly anticipating this season’s “La Belle au Bois Dormant” choreographed and directed by Rudolph Noureev. I had the fortunate opportunity to attend this spectacle with a group of other students on March 11. Among the neoclassical mise en scene, costume design and spectacular engaging lighting, dancers spun, twisted and leaped in petit pas pattering across the stage. A symphony to honor Tchaikovsky, led by the brilliant composer Vello Pähn, masterfully presented the Russian ballet that the audience awarded a standing ovation.

A weekend of laughter with Boris' Kitchen

This weekend, sketch comedy group Boris’ Kitchen performed their spring semester, or rather “New Shit Show,” in the Merrick Theater. The room was full and buzzing as BK President Josh Kiel ’25 and Vice President Trisha Roy ’26 welcomed Brandeis’ very own improv group False Advertising to open the show. At the Friday viewing, they presented the audience with a short Broadway musical “Ghosts of Radio” where two storylines connected into a beautifully sung ballad “Ghost Foursome.” The absurdity continued as Kiel and Roy returned to the stage to introduce the headlining actors. Kiel whipped open a bottle of Pepsi and began to gulp down the soda. Encouraging the stunt, the audience began to chant “chug, chug, chug!” as Kiel did his best to down the beverage. The ridiculous, though energizing, moment prepared the audience for more oddities to come. 

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