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“Jumanji”: The Movie That Didn’t Need a Sequel but Got One

Matthew Paterson Staff Writer In a world filled with reboots, sequels, prequels, spin-offs and re-interpretations it seems no film is safe. It seems as though our childhood films that we hold so closely to our hearts can’t just be left alone and stand for themselves. Instead, studios capitalize on already established names to bring in audience. In some instances, like “Creed,” it ends up being … Continue reading “Jumanji”: The Movie That Didn’t Need a Sequel but Got One

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Don’t Worry, It’s Only ‘The End of the F***ing World’

Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor Zoom in to a somber boy, sitting uncomfortably on his bed. “I’m James. I’m 17. And I’m pretty sure I’m a psychopath.” “The End of the F***ing World,” one of the newest Netflix originals, opens with this line, making the viewer cling to the question: what will happen next? As it does from the beginning, the rest of the … Continue reading Don’t Worry, It’s Only ‘The End of the F***ing World’

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Justin Timberlake Announces “Man of the Woods” and Releases First Single, “Filthy”

Sam Haw Staff Writer “I was just wandering barefoot in the woods of Wisconsin and fashioned this guitar out of a canoe,” said Justin Timberlake, in a 2012 sketch from Saturday Night Live. In the original context, Timberlake was impersonating Justin Vernon from Bon Iver, who had come to congratulate Jay Z and Beyonce on the birth of their daughter, Blue Ivy. But, with the … Continue reading Justin Timberlake Announces “Man of the Woods” and Releases First Single, “Filthy”

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Imagine Dragon’s “Evolve” – Album Review

Matthew Paterson Staff Writer Imagine Dragons finally released their third studio album, “Evolve,” on June 23, ending their year-long hiatus. 2016 was filled with a few sporadic performances by the group, and several minor songs released on the soundtracks to a few major motion pictures like such as “Me Before You,” “Suicide Squad” and “Passengers.”  Aside from that, Imagine Dragonsdecided to take a step back … Continue reading Imagine Dragon’s “Evolve” – Album Review

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The Orwells Raise Hell at Cat’s Cradle

Matthew Paterson Staff Writer On Tuesday night I found myself packed in a raucous sea of beer filled Orwells’ fans, all hell bent on getting as many stage dives in as possible before the show was over. The ringing has not left my right ear since. The Orwells authentic garage band sound attracts a rowdy crowd that brings the party to the concert, a testament … Continue reading The Orwells Raise Hell at Cat’s Cradle

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Spring Dances Review

Mary Windsor     Staff Writer Last weekend, UNCG’s Dance Department hosted its 2016 Spring Dances, a concert where spring repertory courses for dance undergraduates and graduate students are able to showcase what they have learned throughout the semester.  With four performances in total with 50 dancers, the culmination of the spring semester was considered a success among professors and audience members alike. Cynthia Ling … Continue reading Spring Dances Review

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Third Annual Beaux Eaux Follies Concert

Alexea Brown     Staff Writer The UNCG Music Department hosted its third annual Beaux Eaux (pronounced “Bo-Zo”) Follies Concert, appropriately so, on the night of Friday, April 1 – April Fool’s Day, in the music building’s Recital Hall. The event was free to attend, asking only that attendees bring canned goods and nonperishable food items that could be donated to the Urban Ministry. Guests … Continue reading Third Annual Beaux Eaux Follies Concert

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Radiunt Abundance Review

Shannon Neu     A&E Editor “Radiunt Abundunt” made its world premiere on Friday, Feb. 26 at Triad Stage. Created by Triad Stage’s Artistic Director, Preston Lane, and musician Laurelyn Dossett, “Radiunt Abundunt” is a hauntingly beautiful and thought-provoking play. Through incredible performances by an all-female cast and musical ensemble, “Radiunt Abundunt” challenges and explores concepts of family and the meaning of art. “Radiunt Abundunt” … Continue reading Radiunt Abundance Review

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“Radiunt Abundunt” Preview

Mary Windsor     Staff Writer Triad Stage will premiere “Radiunt Abundunt,” a play by Preston Lane, Triad Stage’s Artistic Director, and local musician Laurelyn Dossett, on Feb. 21, 2016. It will run until mid-March. This past Saturday, Feb. 6, the two artists sat down together to talk about the play and answer audience questions at the Weatherspoon Art Museum. Dossett had an unconventional start … Continue reading “Radiunt Abundunt” Preview

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In the Land of Israel: A book review

Adam Griffin    Staff Writer Amos Oz’s book, “In the Land of Israel” is a portrait of his birthplace and home, the land of Israel in the 1980s. This book is, essentially, an author’s attempt to come to grips with the reality of his society that has undergone drastic changes during his lifetime. The book’s conversations take place across Israel’s geography and many walks of … Continue reading In the Land of Israel: A book review

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