Movie: The Blind Side
"The Blind Side" may be the most pleasant cinematic surprise of 2009. It tells the story of young Michael Oher, an athletically talented yet disadvantaged teenager who is given the opportunity to attend a selective private school. Sandra Bullock earned an Oscar nomination for her role as an upper-middle class wife and mother who took Michael into her home and guided him toward the successful NFL career he has now. A touch of smart humor and genuine sincerity make the film more than just the average inspirational sports movie. Though not without its cheesy moments, "The Blind Side" isn't afraid to be itself: a feel good movie.
Princeton Garden Theatre
Thursday through Saturday, 11:30 p.m.
Music: Rule, Britannia!
It's English patriotism at its best, and, yes, it's on an organ. Come see University Organist Eric Plutz' performance "Rule, Britannia!" on Friday. Named after the beloved song, a patriotic tune reminiscent of "Yankee Doodle," this concert will include organ pieces by late-19th and early 20th century English composers. The University Chapel should provide the perfect setting for this unique musical experience.
University Chapel
Friday, 8 p.m.
Theater: The Tempest
"The Tempest," one of Shakespeare's last plays, comes to campus this weekend in a joint production by Theatre Intime and the Princeton Shakespeare Company. Among Shakespeare's best loved and most frequently produced works, "The Tempest" tells the funny but poignant tale of a shipwrecked party on a deserted island. Come out and enjoy a fresh take on this classic from Jenna Devine '12 - or wait for Street's review in next week's issue.
Theatre Intime
Thursday though Saturday, 8 p.m.
Performance: This is Princeton
Showcasing the breadth of performing arts talent on campus, this is one night at Richardson you won't want to miss. "This is Princeton" has something for everyone, featuring vocal, theatrical and comedic performances from students, faculty and alumni alike. Organized by the USG and the Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Students, this event will also collect donations to support arts initiatives for local youth at the Arts Council of Princeton. It might not be Sparta, but This Is Princeton!
Alexander Hall, Richardson Auditorium
Friday, 8 p.m.
Dance: Spring Dance Festival
Quite possibly the biggest Princeton dance event of the year, the 2010 Spring Dance Festival comes to the Berlind Theatre this weekend. Three world premieres, two well-known works and six student-choreographed pieces will be featured in these exhilarating performances, including dances by renowned choreographers Twyla Tharp, Mark Morris, Susan Jaffe, Camille Brown and Rebecca Lazier. Performed entirely by Princeton students, this is an event not to be missed. Look out for Street's review on Intersections on Friday.
Berlind Theatre
Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.
Campus picks compiled by Joseph Dexter, Bruce Easop, Lisa Han, Meghan Todt and Sean Wu.
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