Ava E. Silva
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‘Joana Choumali: Languages of West African Marketplaces’ Review: A Poignant Question Between the Threads of Fast Fashion
“Joana Choumali: Languages of West African Marketplaces” can be seen on display at the Harvard Art Museums until May 11.
‘A Sea of Unspoken Things’ Review: A Mystery that Pulls You In and Then Leaves You Adrift
The mystery at the heart of “A Sea of Unspoken Things” is thrilling and gripping, though the ending leaves a sense of lingering dissatisfaction.
‘Noises Off’ Review: It’s Got the Laughs, but Not Clear Characterization
While Lyric Stage Boston’s production is funny beyond a doubt, its success could be amplified by the actors clearly setting apart their dual personas.
So You Want to Read Indigenous Fiction
Today's Indigenous writers are changing the narrative, celebrating the beauty of our culture, and uplifting Indigenous identities.
‘The Interrobangers’ Review: The Mystery of the Plot Underwhelms
The plot attempts to leave watchers puzzled, but perhaps takes a step too far by leaving them asking: What is happening?
Artist Profile: Josh R. Hillers ’24 on Communication and Connection Through Tech Theater
Hillers always aims to make his production environments “safe and welcome” so that everyone can appreciate and enjoy the process.
‘Wish’ Review: A Quintessential Disney Movie
"Wish" lacks the full control of audiences’ heartstrings that Disney has become known for.
Pop-Up Renaissance Concert: Historic Familiarity in a New Modern Form
From the students to the audience, everyone seemed to enjoy the immersion into the Renaissance era.
What the Hell Happened: The Grammy Awards Snub Latin Music
They are not simply Latin artists, as the Grammys define them, they are global superstars.
Portrayal or Betrayal: The Pain of a Native American Watching ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’
The picture contributes to the loop that has been ingrained for centuries that anything surrounding Indigenous people equates to violence.