Alfonzo RodriguezStaff Writer Seven Academy Award nominations. Glory to Bast! Sure Black Panther is at its core a superhero film, but what really got the film this far? Some may say its the progressive afro-futurist setting, while others may say that Black Panther revolutionized representation in media. For some though, Black Panther is nothing but a socio-political statement used to grab the black dollar. In … Continue reading The Legacy of Black Panther
William Myrl, Matthew ThomasStaff Writers With a TV adaptation currently airing its fourth season on SYFY, a fifth well underway, and BOOM! Studios warming up the presses for a graphic novel prequel set to release this summer, it seems that the time is ripe to take a look back at the New York Times best-seller that inverted the relationship between fantasy and escapism- and just … Continue reading Revisiting The Magicians
Eden LandgroverStaff Writer Walking into the black-box theater in Coleman to meet Chris Fleming, our scheduled interview was momentarily postponed because Chris was spontaneously aiding a repertoire class by allowing them to create movement in the midst of one of his lighting designs. Per Fleming’s design, boxes of soft white light were cast onto the floor in the theater from above, and side lights illuminated … Continue reading A Brief Collection of Reasons That We Do Not Deserve Chris Fleming
Crystal AllenStaff Writer As I took my seat in The Carolina Theatre, I knew almost nothing about the Nashville-centered couple. So, as the lights began to dim and cheers erupted from the audience, I had no idea what to expect. The second Drew and Ellie walked on stage, I could tell that there was something special about them. They encompassed this vibrant energy which made … Continue reading Drew and Ellie Holcomb: A Musical Power Duo
Kaitlyn BoeckelStaff Writer Chicago has been featured in two national headlines this week, one being the freezing low temperatures, and the other being that of a heartbreaking hate crime. Jussie Smollett, a musician and actor, was attacked early last Tuesday by two masked men. Smollett, a cast member for the tv show “Empire” is black, queer and a well-spoken activist who has called out the … Continue reading Jussie Smollett Targeted for Skin Color and Sexuality: Who’s Next?
Eden LandgroverStaff Writer Which came first- the art or the political statement? The esteemed panel of activists featured at UNCG’s 2019 Arts Summit may not have been speaking on chickens or eggs, but they certainly used their three hours of influence to metaphorically order the two in their individual testaments to a life in artistic activism. Organized by co-chairs Hannah Granneman and Chris Cassidy, both … Continue reading Arts Summit Takes On The Relevance and Necessity of Political Art
Brittney BaileyStaff Writer Imagine waking up Sunday morning feeling refreshed and content. The birds are chirping and the skies are blue. You walk outside and realize that it finally feels like spring after a long, hard winter. You have a yoga class to attend this morning and you feel ready to take on anything. You drive up to the Boxcar Bar + Arcade prepared and … Continue reading Yoga: Can You Survive It?
Chase Cofield Staff Writer In the current political climate we live in with the government being shut down for 35 days, people are angry and upset at the state of our nation. Many would let out their energy behind a keyboard, but on a cold Tuesday night, A$AP Rocky gave an outlet for those looking for a release at his recent concert at the Greensboro … Continue reading A$AP Rocky brings Mosh Pits to Greensboro on his “Injured Generation Tour”
Krysten HeberlyEditor-in-Chief Nestled in a brand new location on Greene St., right here in Greensboro, lies a sweet getaway from the pains and troubles of everyday life. If you hear laughter pouring out of the double glass doors, you’ve likely come to the right spot. This is the Idiot Box, and the name alone lets you know that you’re in for a good time. I … Continue reading Open Mic Night at the Idiot Box
William MyrlGuest Writer On Sunday, Jan. 27, RENT Live premiered semi-live on Fox. The performance can be described as “semi-live” because one of the performers took the traditional “break a leg” advice too literally the night before the premiere. What we watched was actually the dress rehearsal, but if the station hadn’t mentioned it, I wouldn’t have known the difference. While there were the authentic … Continue reading Fox Presents: RENT Live
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