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In ‘All We Imagine as Light,’ Maximum City shines

By Angela Mathew · Monday, March 31, 2025

The film brought Mumbai to the Browning Cinema.

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‘Rush 50’: Anthology album celebrates big anniversary

By Harry Penne · Monday, March 31, 2025

“In 2025, the band celebrates the 50th anniversary of Peart’s arrival and establishment of the legendary lineup with a 50-track anthology album, ‘Rush 50.’”

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Lights! Camera! ‘Footloose’!

By Christopher Cope · Friday, March 28, 2025

“The musical numbers were undoubtedly the highlight of the production, bringing energy and vibrancy to the stage.”

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‘American Fiction’ and black storytelling

By Sheila-Marie Manyara · Wednesday, March 26, 2025

A reflection on the film and the societal constriction of black authors

For your consideration, the Lyric Opera

For your consideration, the Lyric Opera

By Peter Mikulski · Wednesday, March 26, 2025

A look at the Lyric Opera of Chicago's last few shows this semester, accessible for students

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Record-breaking ‘Ne Zha 2’ deserves the hype

By Sheila-Marie Manyara · Monday, March 24, 2025

A Chinese production claims the title of highest-grossing animated film.

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Don’t you (forget about ‘The Breakfast Club’)

By Harry Penne · Monday, March 24, 2025

The film is turning 40.

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‘Black Bag’ bites off as much as it can chew

By Peter Mikulski · Monday, March 24, 2025

The movie’s relatively narrow scope doesn’t mean it’s boring. In fact, “Black Bag” is pretty riveting, from its zippy opening to its sudden ending.

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‘The Day the Earth Blew Up’: A new film with old Tunes

By Andy Ottone · Friday, March 21, 2025

The Looney Tunes are back in theaters, after a few years of uncertainty.

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20 years of ‘New Who’

By Harry Penne · Friday, March 21, 2025

Why you should watch the Doctor Who reboot as the show celebrates 20 years on air

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‘Mayhem’: A Lady Gaga renaissance

By Caroline Collins · Wednesday, March 19, 2025

“Mayhem” returns to what Gaga does best: an album in big, bold capital letters.

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‘Operation Mincemeat’: A British theatre invasion

By Andy Ottone · Wednesday, March 19, 2025

The British hit musical has come to Broadway. Here's what you should know.

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Animation at the Oscars, a diary

By Sheila-Marie Manyara · Wednesday, March 5, 2025

A full survey of the Oscars' animation nominees and reflection on the victors.

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On the ‘Carousel of Progress’

By Harry Penne · Wednesday, March 5, 2025

A look at the history of Walt Disney’s tribute to “tomorrow.”

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‘Severance’: The workplace thriller continues to impress

By Natalie Swiderski · Monday, March 3, 2025

The show’s second season is just as great as the first.

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The subtle influence of music on life

By Mackenzie Horton · Friday, Feb. 28, 2025

A girl who has a playlist for just about every event on the power of music.

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Cynthia Erivo: From defying gravity to defying expectations

By AJ Brookshire · Friday, Feb. 28, 2025

The “Wicked” star is set to perform as Jesus in a production of “Jesus Christ Superstar.”

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Hit broadway show ‘Hamilton’ celebrates ten years

By Claire Watson · Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025

A Scene writer’s take on why you should finally watch or rewatch “Hamilton.”

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The highlights from ‘SNL50: The Anniversary Special’

By Harry Penne · Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025

The star-studded reunion spurs optimism for the classic program’s future.

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‘Better Man’ is better than you’d expect

By Andy Ottone · Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025

A great film, despite its simian gimmick.

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