It’s no question that there’s an unbelievable amount of talent at the College — ranging from artistry to areas of science. There’s also a significant amount of showcasing for the students with the talents, including “Scheherazade! Grieg Piano Concerto,” an orchestra's performance, held at 7:30 p.m. on April 21 at the Mildred & Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall.
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Taking the Star Wars fan base by storm, Disney’s “The Mandalorian” was first released in 2019 and since then has become a favorite for many star wars fans. Following Mandalorian Din Djarin and force wielding child Grogu, you see his many adventures in the galaxy, as well as his quest to help other Mandalorians come out of hiding to reclaim their old home world.
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The lights dim in the auditorium. A woman steps out on stage, sparkling under the lights in a shimmering light blue gown as she takes her place next to the grand piano. The crowd greets her with an uproar of cheers and applause before going silent to let her begin singing.
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The College’s Black Student Union (BSU) and Intercultural Affairs (ICA) recently hosted their second annual Multicultural Fashion Show, “The Space Beyond Beauty,” with the purpose of celebrating culture through art and fashion. The show featured fashion from seven designers of color, cultural apparel from a wide range of countries and over 60 students walking the runway.
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The College’s Wind Ensemble and Choirs have been recognized as semi-finalists for The American Prize Ernst Bacon Award for their debut performance of “Weather” in the fall of 2021.
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For fans of “The Truman Show” or “The Office,” the new comedy Freevee show “Jury Duty” is a must-see. The show premiered on April 7, and Freevee released the final episode of the eight episode series on Friday. Each episode runs roughly a half an hour, making it great to binge watch.
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The world has just lost one of the most influential fashion icons of — what the British termed — the Swinging Sixties. Mary Quant passed away quietly at her home in Surrey, UK on April 13, according to a statement from her family. She was 96.
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All College Theatre (ACT) put on a show of “Goodnight Desdemona Good Morning Juliet” in the Don Evan’s Black Box Theatre from April 13 to 15.
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To remember 111 years since the sinking of the Titanic, Roscoe West’s Sarnoff Collection was open to the public on April 14 for real-time telegraphy demonstrations, live music and commentary from experts about the technology on the sinking ship.
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The indie rock band Hippo Campus released their fifth EP, “Wasteland,” on Friday, April 14. Following a western theme, the EP consists of five tracks and tells a story of love and loss through their usual upbeat melodies.
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Hana Bryanne, tired of just sitting around during the height of the pandemic, posted a snippet of her original song, “Klepto,” on TikTok, Jan. 8, 2021. Before Bryanne fell asleep, her video had only 2,000 views. The very next morning, that number shot up to over 100,000, which left her stunned. She told The Signal that, because so many people viewed and liked her TikTok (garnering 107.9K likes), she tried her best to finish the song.
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Members of the College community showcased and sold art and led workshops at the College on Saturday, April 15 during the Day of Art event. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., vendors sold jewelry, paintings and anything that falls under the umbrella of art. There were also interactive craft tables, art displays and art workshops.
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Daniel Caesar returned to the world of alternative R&B with the release of his third studio album, “Never Enough,” on April 7. The album is an exploration of his life.
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Members of the College’s Lyric Theatre group performed a concert of songs by composer Jeanine Tesori on the Kendall Main Stage in Kendall Hall at 7:30 p.m on Wednesday. Broadway performer Joshua Henry also performed in the concert.
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This past Sunday, I excitedly sat down with my friend to watch “Connor’s Wedding,” the third episode of the final season of HBO Max original series, “Succession.” As a big “Conhead,” I was so excited to see an episode focused on Connor for once. My friend, on the other hand, told me immediately she was skeptical that the episode was about Connor’s wedding. I should have listened to her, since HBO originals and weddings are rarely a good mix. Little did we know how quickly things would derail, and little did we know that we were about to watch one of the best episodes of television ever.
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As Netflix transitions in and out of different programs for its viewers, some great movies are often neglected and removed from the rotation. Different shows and movies are thrown into the mix on Netflix each month, with changes beginning on the first of the month.
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It’s finally happening! In a tour that spans five months across 20 cities, Taylor Swift will be making her appearance in East Rutherford, N.J. on May 26, 27, and 28 at the largest NFL venue in the country: MetLife Stadium. Special guests Phoebe Bridgers and GAYLE will start off the show on May 26 while Gracie Abrams and Bridgiers will play the opening acts for May 27.
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Brooke Shields has been regarded as an icon in Hollywood since she was a young girl, known for her risque and provocative modeling and acting. Now 57, Shields opens up in her documentary about the oversexualization of her childhood in the spotlight. The two-part film, “Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields,” debuted on Hulu on Monday, April 3.
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Artificial Intelligence, often referred to as AI, best describes technology that displays human-like abilities such as processing information, reasoning, making deductions, planning and being creative. AI is arguably one of the biggest technological advances of the 21st century. The power and potential of Artificial Intelligence is insurmountable and advantageous in every field ranging from advertising to law enforcement, all the way to the arts.
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It was a warm June day nearly a year ago when Pearl Cooley was at a local In-N-Out Burger restaurant in California filming what would be one of the first of her many viral TikTok videos. She propped her phone up in the outdoor eating section of the restaurant, hit record, and began to act as if she was auditioning for “America’s Got Talent.” Her now famous “audition” song — her own rendition of Elvis Presley’s “Hound Dog” — is what ultimately led her to be recognized everywhere she goes.
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