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ARTS & CULTURE

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An aerial view of an orchestra on stage under a spotlight.

Sinfonia transforms Richardson into an opera house with ‘A Night at the Opera’

“The musicians showcased not only their outstanding musical mastery, but their ability to connect to the emotional nuances of the composition, creating a transcendent musical experience, and transforming Richardson Auditorium into an opera house."

“The musicians showcased not only their outstanding musical mastery, but their ability to connect to the emotional nuances of the composition, creating a transcendent musical experience, and transforming Richardson Auditorium into an opera house."

THE PROSPECT | February 26

Actors smile and pose for a photoshoot in front of a blue screen.

‘Right person, wrong time’ exemplified in a film: Past Lives

In every scene, a gentle blanket of minimalism is draped beautifully as the film relies on deft cinematography to tell the story. One of the most memorable shots was on Nora’s last day in Korea before she emigrated. When her and Hae Sung split to leave, the camera captures their backsides as they walk in the same direction but on diverging paths.

In every scene, a gentle blanket of minimalism is draped beautifully as the film relies on deft cinematography to tell the story. One of the most memorable shots was on Nora’s last day in Korea before she emigrated. When her and Hae Sung split to leave, the camera captures their backsides as they walk in the same direction but on diverging paths.

THE PROSPECT | February 26

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“Problemista” USG Movies review: bizarre love story has a big heart

Contributing writer for the Prospect Edward Rogers reviews USG Movies' latest screening of "Problemista," which presents a "unique take on the immigrant experience."

Contributing writer for the Prospect Edward Rogers reviews USG Movies' latest screening of "Problemista," which presents a "unique take on the immigrant experience."

THE PROSPECT | February 26

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Helen Grimaud playing at in Richardson Auditorium

Hélène Grimaud debuts at Princeton University Concerts

The bittersweet sentiment was enhanced by her control of rubato – slightly slowing down at the end of phrases – and her ease in navigating abrupt transitions: from misty, brooding arpeggios to calm, yearning chords.

The bittersweet sentiment was enhanced by her control of rubato – slightly slowing down at the end of phrases – and her ease in navigating abrupt transitions: from misty, brooding arpeggios to calm, yearning chords.

THE PROSPECT | February 11

The facade of a movie theater with darker green accents surrounding the doors. A marquee displays coming attractions while the theater itself is flanked by a blue sky and green tree.

How USG Movies secures early premieres

Is the USG Movies Committee more powerful than we think? How do they have early access to films such as “Saltburn?” Read and find out by peeking behind the silver screen to see how the committee has had access to movies before they hit theaters. 

Is the USG Movies Committee more powerful than we think? How do they have early access to films such as “Saltburn?” Read and find out by peeking behind the silver screen to see how the committee has had access to movies before they hit theaters. 

THE PROSPECT | January 17

The gray Lewis Center for the Arts building sits below a blue sky checkered with white clouds. Half of the building is solid concrete with no windows and the other half is glass that reflects the blue sky.

Lewis Center for the Arts names Hodder Fellows for 2024–2025 academic year

The Lewis Center for the Arts announced the five recipients of the Mary Mackall Gwinn Hodder Fellowship for the 2024–2025 academic year. Each year, the Hodder Fellowship grants an opportunity for artists and musical innovators to be supported by Princeton University in their creative endeavors.

The Lewis Center for the Arts announced the five recipients of the Mary Mackall Gwinn Hodder Fellowship for the 2024–2025 academic year. Each year, the Hodder Fellowship grants an opportunity for artists and musical innovators to be supported by Princeton University in their creative endeavors.

THE PROSPECT | January 16