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Sabrina Carpenter keeps it sweet in Pittsburgh

Rebecca Jozwiak | multimedia editor As the sun set over a cold, autumn-struck Pittsburgh skyline, young women and men littered the streets surrounding Fifth and Forbes Avenue with glittery dresses, white go-go boots and corset tops. Attendees lined up eagerly waiting to enter PPG Paints Arena — all thanks to the “Sabrina Carpenter effect”. After five long years, Carpenter made her long-awaited return to Pittsburgh … Continue reading Sabrina Carpenter keeps it sweet in Pittsburgh

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Jesus Christ Superstar resurrected at Benedum

Josiah Martin | Arts & Entertainment Editor 01/09/2020 When done right, Jesus Christ Superstar is a chilling, powerful show. The 50th anniversary touring production, which appeared at the Benedum Center from Dec. 31 to Jan. 5, did it right. Director Timothy Sheader certainly understands Superstar’s strengths. True to Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s 1971 concept album, this production relies on a relatively small ensemble … Continue reading Jesus Christ Superstar resurrected at Benedum

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The Office fails transition to stage in touring parody

  Colleen Hammond & Griffin Sendek | The Duquesne Duke 10/24/19 The Office! A Musical Parody was written for people whose entire personality centers around watching The Office. Writers Bob and Tobly McSmith’s unauthorized parody of the hit television show graced the Byham Theater last weekend. This nonsense musical spectacle excellently showcased how a script consisting entirely of jokes can somehow fail to be the … Continue reading The Office fails transition to stage in touring parody

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The Lion King brings Pride Rock to Pittsburgh

Colleen Hammond | Opinions Editor 09/12/19 From the bright lights of Broadway to my hometown Shakespeare in the park, I assumed after a decade in the theater I had seen nearly everything the medium had to offer. To my utter delight, the national tour of The Lion King proved me wrong. The opening scene evokes a magical sense of wonder and awe as the actors … Continue reading The Lion King brings Pride Rock to Pittsburgh

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Come From Away explores small-scale effects of 9/11

Ollie Gratzinger | Opinions Editor 04/11/19 On April 9, the award-winning musical Come From Away came and landed in front of an almost sold-out crowd at Pittsburgh’s own Benedum Center. Set in the tiny town of Gander in Newfoundland, Canada, the musical takes place in the week following the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. When planes full of passengers are rerouted around the newly … Continue reading Come From Away explores small-scale effects of 9/11

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'reputation' by Taylor Swift
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‘Reputation’ ushers in new era for Swift

Nicolas Jozefczyk | Staff Writer 11/16/17 The old Taylor Swift officially died, replaced with a more mature and sultry Swift, with her release of reputation. There is no question that this album makes a 180 degree turnaround from the music that Swift has released in the past, featuring adult tones, experimental instrumentation and confrontational vocals. A lot of people blame Swift for acting like victim … Continue reading ‘Reputation’ ushers in new era for Swift

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'Beautiful Trauma'
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‘Beautiful Trauma’ candid, heartfelt triumph

By Nicolas Jozefczyk | Staff Writer 10/19/17 On Friday, Oct. 13, P!nk dropped her seventh studio album, Beautiful Trauma, ending her five-year hiatus since The Truth About Love. Her newest creation gives P!nk fans exactly what they want: killer, powerful vocals, pure, unadulterated honesty and a just a hint of goofiness. Beautiful Trauma is a bit different than P!nk’s other albums, which is a surprise, … Continue reading ‘Beautiful Trauma’ candid, heartfelt triumph

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'Turtles All the Way Down'
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‘Turtles All the Way Down’ best of Green’s canon

By Madeline Bartos | Staff Writer 10/19/17 John Green’s Turtles All the Way Down is not The Fault in Our Stars. There is no swoon-worthy love interest and no dramatic proclamation of love. No, Turtles All the Way Down is not The Fault in Our Stars — it’s better. Despite the lack of adorable witty banter and romantic international plane rides, Green crafted such a strong … Continue reading ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ best of Green’s canon

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'Five Foot Two'
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‘Five Foot Two’ shows highs, lows in Gaga’s life

By Nicolas Jozefczyk | Staff Writer 09/28/17 When it comes to Lady Gaga, it’s a no-brainer that whatever she puts her mind to becomes a work of art, and Gaga: Five Foot Two is no exception. Strong, raw and down-to-earth, this documentary portrays some of Gaga’s struggles and highlights some of her greatest achievements from when she put together her album, Joanne, all the way … Continue reading ‘Five Foot Two’ shows highs, lows in Gaga’s life

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'What About Us' by P!nk
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P!nk kicks off big return with ‘What About Us’

By Nicolas Jozefczyk | Staff Writer Pink. Just the one word might spark the thought of a color, but for many people young and old, it signifies a strong, unapologetic rock star who takes the world by storm. After a small hiatus from writing music for herself, I am thrilled to say that P!nk is finally back in the game with a new single that … Continue reading P!nk kicks off big return with ‘What About Us’

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