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Duquesne’s Red Masquers return to live theatre

Capri Scarcelli | a&e editor 3/25/21 Live theatre is back, and Duquesne’s Red Masquers couldn’t be more excited. From March 18-20 at 8 p.m., the theatre group performed The Pittsburgh Monologue Project — a show inspired by true events, told by select residents of Pittsburgh. This show was a long-lasting tradition when technical director Justin Sines was in his undergrad from 2007-2011, occurring once a … Continue reading Duquesne’s Red Masquers return to live theatre

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Golden Globes persists with a Zoom twist

Rio Scarcelli / staff writer 3/4/21 Though it is not the first to do so, The 78th Annual Golden Globes took to a virtual setting with a twist: co-hosting from two different locations. With Tina Fey stationed at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, and Amy Pohler at the Rainbow Room in Manhattan, the two made their attempts at being the first hosts of an … Continue reading Golden Globes persists with a Zoom twist

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Johnny Depp faces repercussions after losing libel case

Rio Scarcelli staff writer 11/19/20 A life in the spotlight does not come without controversy: this is no exception for high-profile celebrity Johnny Depp. After a five-month long libel trial, the actor lost his case against ex-wife Amber Heard –– all because of a 2018 newspaper article. Under a ruling of 14 allegations of physical assault against Depp, the courts found the article’s usage of … Continue reading Johnny Depp faces repercussions after losing libel case

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One Theatre Movement connects young artists in isolation

Colleen Hammond | Opinions Editor 4/2/2020 Senior Emily Rexroad couldn’t wait for her humble troupe to take the stage at the West Virginia State Thespian Conference. After weeks of rehearsals and intense preparation, Rexroad and her fellow castmates adorned their brand new costumes and began their final dress rehearsal. At last, the show was finally ready for an audience.  But just as the cast came … Continue reading One Theatre Movement connects young artists in isolation

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