USG Movie: ‘Sherlock Homes: A Game of Shadows’
The sequel to the 2009 original opens with the revelation that Holmes’ archenemy Professor Moriarty is targeting Watson in his grand schemes of revenge, just as Holmes is about to lose his partner-in-solving-crime to marriage. Watson and Holmes unite one last time to defeat their enemy. The duo teams up with Madam Simza Heron and assists her in finding her brother Renee in the hope that he may be able to help them bring down Moriarty. Don’t miss the bromance between Holmes and Watson in this action-packed crime thriller! Starring Robert Downey, Jr., Jude Law and Noomi Rapace.
Princeton Garden Theatre
Thursday through Saturday, 11:30 p.m.
Comedy: Fuzzy Dice’s ‘Spring Fling Two-for-One Special’
Fuzzy Dice, Princeton’s original long-form improv comedy troupe, presents “Spring Fling Two-for-One Special,” two completely different shows in one weekend. The games, bits and sketches will change entirely between Thursday’s and Friday’s performances. Come prepared to laugh and participate!
Theatre Intime
Thursday and Friday, 11 p.m.
Concert: Princeton University Orchestra
Heard too much LMFAO and Flo Rida lately? Mix it up with a concert by some of the Princeton University Orchestra’s finest this weekend. Pianist Darya Koltunyuk ’15, who won the 2012 PUO concerto competition, will lead off with Frederic Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11. This piece will be followed by a performance of Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances, Op. 45, conducted by Michael Pratt, who is marking his 35th season at Princeton University.
Richardson Auditorium
Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.
Gaming: Princeton Collegiate Starcraft East Coast Qualifier
Enjoy sports you can play while sitting at your computer? Ever felt that this campus could use more events related to science fiction? Ever wanted to see a room that’s filled to capacity with computer gamers? If so, the Starcraft II East Coast Qualifier is your ticket to an action-packed weekend. Part of Princeton’s first-ever eSports Symposium, the Qualifier will bring 23 schools together from all over the East Coast for two days of battle for cash and, more importantly, a berth in the Collegiate Starleague playoffs. Admission is free, and refreshments and giveaways will add to the fun of watching some high-level gaming by players with names like 4KGerbil. Come out to cheer for Princeton, jeer the others or just enjoy the game!
Frist Campus Center Multipurpose Room
Friday, 8 p.m. to Saturday, 11 p.m.
Dance Class: Zumba Latina
Do your hips not lie? Do you find yourself samba-ing down Prospect? Do you want a fun way to work out? If so, dance your way to “Zumba Latina” hosted by Accion Latina. This fast-paced and high-energy class will not only be great exercise but will also provide an introduction to Latin music, dance steps and rhythms. Let the music inspire you and fuel your suave moves. Once the class is over, cool off by drinking some delicious “ensalada,” a Salvadoran fruit juice. Baila!
Fields Center Multipurpose Room
Saturday, 8 p.m.
Campus picks compiled by Abby Williams, Stephen Wood, Sara Wallace, Katie Bauman, Christine Wang and Neelay Patil.
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