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Joy C. Ashford
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Want to Watch ‘The Help’? Here Are 36 Things To Do Instead.
Want to watch “The Help?” Enjoy these Black entertainment staples instead.
Elizabeth Banks Raps, Duels, and Kisses Paul Rudd at the Hasty Pudding Theatricals’ Woman of the Year Roast
Aided by their traditionally eccentric parade and zany traditions, the Hasty Pudding Theatricals took to the streets on Jan. 31 to honor Elizabeth Banks.
Portrait of an Artist: Kevin O’Hare, Director of the Royal Ballet
The Harvard Crimson spoke with O’Hare about his vision for the company, the company's new cinema program, and the future of ballet on film.
‘Little Women’ is Fatally Indecisive
Without question, Greta Gerwig’s “Little Women” is gorgeous and impressive in many ways. But with Ronan’s meandering, unsatisfying Jo at the helm, this beautiful, saccharine update’s wavering heart holds it back from its real potential.
The Boston Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ is Serious Fun
From its adorable groups of young dancers to its mesmerizing principals, the Boston Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” has something for everyone.
Arts Vanity: The Five Stages of Sophomore Slump as Musical Numbers
Had a calm, peaceful sophomore fall filled with an appropriate amount of responsibilities and minimal existential crises? Didn’t think so.
Portrait of an Artist: Emma Brock
The Harvard Crimson spoke with Emma Brock about playing Michael Scott in "The Office! The Musical Parody."
Lewis Capaldi Leads the Boston Royale in Qualified Catharsis
The sweaty crowd laden in eyeliner and leather jackets had lined up outside the Boston nightclub to see a sad, goofy Scottish boy play his guitar.
Top Five Alternatives to Hayley Kiyoko
In honor of this past weekend’s National Coming Out Day, here’s a list of all the queer musical goddesses you could possibly want.
Unpopular Opinion: SNL Plays Right into Trump’s Hand
Do SNL’s political skits deserve the moral high ground they’re often given just because they make Trump angry? I’d argue they just make things worse.