Student musicians shine at open mic Stein Night
A packed Stein this past Friday night allowed students to not only satisfy late-night cravings but also do so with free live music by fellow students.
Comedians combat bigotry and racism
According to Merriam Webster online, the definition of “politically correct” is: “conforming to a belief that language and practices which could offend political sensibilities (as in matters of sex or race) should be eliminated.” People often level this term against liberal universities, arguing that these places silence dissent and dialogue by trying too hard to be inoffensive.
Posters express conflicting themes of March
On the day of Donald Trump’s inauguration, Jan. 20, 2017, three of the female writers on “Late Night with Seth Myers” performed a segment during which Myers asked them their reasons for attending the Women’s March in Washington, D.C.
Final slam spotlights Brandeis poets
Brandeis freshman Jack Rubinstein ’20 put together a final slam, hosted by Dean of Student Life, Jamele Adams, in Cholmondeley’s Coffee House, this past Saturday evening.
Interview: Victoria Richardson
This week, justArts spoke with Victoria Richardson ’20, the winner of the Slam that took place at Chum’s this past Saturday.
Interview: Sarah Steiker '17
This week, justArts spoke with Sarah Steiker ’17, a senior Theater Major who is writing a Senior Thesis with Sarah Ackerman ’17. justArts: What is a Senior Thesis? Sarah Steiker: The Theater department has an application to do a thesis, and then it’s approved by the faculty.
GrooveBoston grapples with attendance at rave
Soulja Boy, Lil Yachty, Usher — what better way to spend your Saturday night than raging to these icons?
Pat Oleszko comments with creativity
The first sign that something is afoot at the Women’s Studies Research Center is the giant bra hanging outside the entrance.
Indie movies decidedly triumphant in 2016
The year the indies triumphed. Not one blockbuster, enjoyable as some exceptions were (“Captain America: Civil War,” “Deadpool,” “Rogue One”), managed to reach my top ten favorite movies of 2016.
‘After Orlando’ offers a space for mourning
The sting of the Orlando Pulse Nightclub shooting has not been forgotten; its impact still exists in the minds and hearts of not only those directly affected by the shooting and the LGBTQ+ community but also students and activists across the country.
Sketch comedy groups stir up laughter
Students packed into the Shapiro Campus Center Theater on Friday for one of the most awaited events of the semester: the 17th Annual Sketch Comedy Festival.
‘Nutcracker’ breaks from expectations
Every winter, “The Nutcracker,” a ballet with a score written by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, is performed by dance companies across the country.
Interview: Yael Platt '17
This week, justArts interviewed Yael Platt ’17, a vice president of Boris’ Kitchen and the director of BK’s section in this week’s 17th Annual Sketch Comedy Festival. justArts: Can you tell me what some of the differences are between directing a sketch show and directing a more traditional piece of theater? Yael Platt: First of all, there’s the writer’s process.
MELA charity show impresses crowds
On Saturday night, students packed into Levin Ballroom waiting for one of the University’s most anticipated events on the Brandeis campus of the year: MELA, the annual charity show put on by the Brandeis South Asian Students Association (SASA). This event promotes awareness of South Asian culture through many different performances, such as singing, dancing and modeling, followed by a delicious Indian dinner served in Upper Usdan.
‘Urinetown’ leaves audience laughing
The home of the American musical is New York City’s Times Square, where pedestrians can make a 360-degree spin and be staring at advertisements no matter where they look.
Adagio showcases innovative routines
Brandeis’ Adagio Dance Company showcased its multifaceted talent in the Levin Ballroom Thursday night at its “Keep Calm and Dance On” dance exposition.
‘Martyr’ leaves audience in silent awe
Marius von Mayenburg’s “Martyr” is not for the weak-hearted. Following one boy’s tempestuous journey into the depths of Christian fundamentalism, the show evaluates the more antiquated beliefs in monotheistic faith and contemporary religious extremism we see in today’s society.
Interview Column: Caitlin Crane-Moscowitz '20
This week, justArts spoke with Caitlin Crane-Moscowitz ’20, who played Hope Cladwell in Tympanium Euphorium’s production of “Urinetown” this past weekend. justArts: How did you react when you found out you had gotten one of the lead parts in the show? Caitlin Crane-Moscowitz: It’s kind of a funny story.
Cast shines in ‘Twelve Angry Jurors’
“Justice delivered without dispassion is always in danger of not being justice.” I was reminded of this quote from “The Hateful Eight” (2015) throughout the Hillel Theater Group’s performance of Sherman Segel’s adaptation of “12 Angry Men,” titled “12 Angry Jurors.” In this story, penned by Reginald Rose, jurors must decide whether to send a suspected 19-year-old to the electric chair for the alleged murder of his father.
Artist discusses merits of multimedia works
As they walked into a tucked-away classroom in Goldman-Schwartz on Wednesday, students could have been forgiven for needing a moment to blink and double-take.
Following February fire, Sherman's closure reshapes dining experience on campus
Letter to the Editor — Noah Baumann, Aaron Klein
Alysa Liu: Cultural Phenom
Faculty discusses revisions to Brandeis Core and debates reducing foreign language requirement
Letter to the Editor — Laura Limonic