Airness Review
When thinking back on my time watching the SHSU theatre programs’s production of Chelsea Marcantel’s “Airness,” I think of only…
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Review: ‘Constellations’ explores the idea of love, infinite universes
On April 13, Sam Houston State University’s Theatre department premiered the production, “Constellations” produced by Nick Payne. This student-directed presentation…
‘The Prom’ Review: Fierce, But in a Glittery Way
The film industry entered a discomforting hibernation due to the pandemic and movie releases were postponed. Cinemas across the nation…
Tom and Jerry: A Never Ending Chase
As usual, I receive most of my news from TikTok, and recently a trailer was released for the film “Tom…
Department of Theatre, Musical Theatre Adapts to COVID-19 Restrictions
Theater is an artform centered around the idea of telling a story in an intimate space, but because of COVID-19,…
Jersey Boys and Girls: Alumna Goes on Tour
“Jersey Boys” is a musical biography of Frankie Valli and his 1960’s rock group, The Four Seasons. This documentary-style production…
Theatre Students Bring Life to a ‘Dying City’ On Stage
Senior musical theatre major Marcella Alba is directing a play titled “Dying City,” playing Nov. 6, 8 and 9 at…
Review: ‘Joker’ a Wildly Unpleasant Experience, Highly Recommended
“Joker,” much like the character himself, sparks controversy. After Mark Hamill and Heath Ledger’s iconic performances (and some lesser ones…
Review: ‘Mountaintop’ A Bold Depiction of Martin Luther King Jr.
I was very excited to see “Mountaintop,” a student-directed production at Sam Houston State University. I even invited some people…
New Director Breathes Life into Our Lady of 121st Street
“Somebody stole my dead teacher’s body!” Something about that idea intrigued Assistant Professor of Directing, Patrick Pearson to produce his…