Jacqui McDonald | staff writer On a crisp October night in the South Side of Pittsburgh, the glow of dimmed studio lights and the shutter of cameras filled Pasage Studios. The space brimmed with energy, costumes and people. “There’s so much talent in this city, and sometimes all that’s missing is access to space, equipment, and a network. That is what we’re trying to build … Continue reading Studio brings creators together and uplifts locals
Gwendolyn Sobkowiak | staff writer As Halloween approaches, the never-ending frenzy to pick a costume intensifies. It’s the same question every year, and every time the possibilities still overwhelm me. We all know you can be literally anything you want for Halloween. Sure, maybe there are things that are more common or recognizable, but really, it’s no holds barred in this day and age. Last … Continue reading Keeping a Habit out of Halloween
Welcome to October, Dukes! Looking for a spooky season movie to watch this month? Look no further, The Duke editorial staff has you covered with a comprehensive list of our favorite movies to watch this month. Charlotte Shields-Rossi:“Scary Movie” More comedy than horror, “Scary Movie” probably won’t scare you, but it’s sure to make you laugh. If you like the first one, the film series … Continue reading The Duke’s favorite Halloween movies
Charlotte Shields-Rossi | staff writer Many people picked up hobbies to occupy themselves during the Covid-19 pandemic. Bella DiLauro took up a relatively niche interest, experimenting with special effect makeup. What started as a way to pass the time blossomed into much more. DiLauro is a sophomore multiplatform journalism major at Duquesne University. She started cosplaying in 2019 as a way to express her creativity. … Continue reading Student’s passion thrives during Halloween
Josh Imhof | staff writer | As Halloween approaches, so does prime owl spotting season. Eight species of owls annually nest in or migrate to the Keystone State for the winter, according to the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Combined with mythological ties to witchcraft and bad omens, owls have been tied to Halloween for centuries. “They’re so mysterious. They make zero noise when they fly. When … Continue reading ‘Owl-O-Ween’ returns to National Aviary
Ember Duke | layout editor | The bark on the street this weekend was Halloween festivities. With the holiday just around the corner, dozens of people and their furry friends spent their Saturday at Dogtoberfest The K-9 costume contest was held on Oct. 13 at Walter’s BBQ Southern Kitchen on Butler Street, in the bustling heart of Lawrenceville. It was a casual event for dog … Continue reading ‘Dogtoberfest’ inspires paws-itivity
Zoe Stratos | opinions editor Oct. 28, 2021 We all know the symptoms of fear: the goosebumps, the sweaty palms, the rapid heartbeat, the unexplainable urge to hide behind a pillow or your hood. The experience of fear drives a physiological response almost unlike any other, but it’s tolerated differently by everyone. Regardless of our so-called fear tolerance, there’s always the little screen before the … Continue reading They’re here! Striking fear in moviegoers
Mia Lubrani | staff columnist Oct. 28, 2021 We all love Halloween and the endless laughs, candies, costumes and parties that come with it. Dressing up in the brand new costume from Spirit Halloween to go out and seeing what your friends chose to be is a right of passage into adulthood. I personally spend hours picking my new costume each year, while my mother … Continue reading Putting care in scare by reducing Halloween waste
The Duke staff Oct. 28, 2021 Nothing rings in the Halloween spirit like a wind of nostalgia or curling up in a ball of fright. With various Halloween movies and short films popping up on streaming services, The Duke decided to choose our best selections and rate them according to how cozy/spooky they feel. Andrew Cummings – The Shining This classic Stanley Kubrick film premiered … Continue reading Editor’s Choice: Halloween movie ratings from cozy to spooky
Molly Chapman | staff writer Oct. 28, 2021 As Spooky Season reaches its peak, haunted attractions are one of the biggest placeholders in people’s minds. Over the past week, I’ve attended four of the area’s haunted houses to tell you which ones are totally worth it, and which ones you should switch out for a horror movie. The first attraction I went to was the … Continue reading Super Spooky Round-Up: A guide to haunted attractions
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