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Albany Park Theater Project spotlights social issues
Laura Merrell A&E Editor Plays often make you think, but seldom do their themes and messages stick with you after leaving the theater. I had a slightly uncomfortable, yet immensely profound experience last Saturday when I saw a performance by the Albany Park Theater Project (APTP). As part of Wooster’s 2013 Forum, the production…
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The scene
Scandal: Gorge my Heart Out Ian Benson Listen, I love “Breaking Bad” as much as the next guy. It’s well written, acted, directed and plotted. It’s about as perfect as a television show can be, and it is right up there with “The Wire” for the greatest show of all-time. But, “Breaking Bad” isn’t always…
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24 Hour Plays blends new with old traditions
Foster Cheng Staff Writer Last Saturday night marked the annual 24 Hour Play Festival. The concept of the festival, put on by Effie’s Players (a drama club on campus) is that all content in the festival is created in just 24 hours. Writers meet on Friday night and stay up writing their plays. Next morning,…
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The new Pixies EP is utterly disappointing
Dani Gagnon A&E Editor For anyone who has ever hoped for the chance to review a release from the Pixies, we are now finding ourselves heartbroken, asking, did it have to come to this? The Pixies, formed in Boston in 1986, were originally composed of Black Francis (vocals/rhythm guitar), Joey Santiago (lead guitar), David Lovering…
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Orchestra and Jazz concert promises excitement
Brittany Previte Staff Writer Amidst the flurry of Homecoming festivities, the upcoming Wooster Symphony Orchestra and Jazz Ensemble concert, titled “Here’s To Life,” refuses to be overlooked. Tomorrow night, audiences can hear this dynamic combination of talent as it takes the stage in McGaw Chapel. The concert reprises the combination of jazz and orchestra heard…
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New EP: CHECK IT Out
Chelsea Carlson If you’re into any sort of happy-sounding music, you’ve probably heard of a band called The Mowgli’s. (Yes, the apostrophe was intentional. Part of their artistic vision, I suppose, so I won’t question it.) Probably most famous for the track “San Francisco,” The Mowgli’s are known for their catchy, upbeat sound. If you…
