Arts

Princeton’s Todd Bashore adds another Grammy win to distinguished jazz career

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Princeton’s Todd Bashore adds another Grammy win to distinguished jazz career

Devon Williams

Princeton Creative Large Ensemble Director Todd Bashore reflects on his recent 2026 Grammy win, his collaborative work in jazz, and how his professional experience shapes his teaching philosophy centered on discipline, passion, and musical community.

Princeton Creative Large Ensemble Director Todd Bashore reflects on his recent 2026 GRAMMY win, his collaborative work in jazz, and how his professional experience shapes his teaching philosophy centered on discipline, passion, and musical community.

THE PROSPECT | February 15

First nomination, first win — Dennehy wins Grammy for Irish musical epic ‘Land of Winter’

Men and women in elegant attire on a red carpet.

First nomination, first win — Dennehy wins Grammy for Irish musical epic ‘Land of Winter’

Luke Grippo

Head News editor Luke Grippo details Princeton Professor of Music Donnacha Dennehy's musical journey and rise to the Grammys.

Head 'News' editor Luke Grippo details Princeton Professor of Music Donnacha Dennehy's musical journey and rise to the Grammys.

THE PROSPECT | February 15

Princeton University Ballet’s “Sombra” brings light to the shadows

Six ballerinas are in pink outfits on a black stage.

Princeton University Ballet’s “Sombra” brings light to the shadows

Zane Mills VanWicklen

Contributing writer for The Prospect Zane Mills VanWicklen reviews PUB’s fall 2025 show.

THE PROSPECT | December 11

In Abigail DeVille’s latest exhibit, one man’s trash is another’s manifestation of the heart

On top of a box of plastic cartons sits a bag of empty water bottles all strung together within black netting.

In Abigail DeVille’s latest exhibit, one man’s trash is another’s manifestation of the heart

Amaya Taylor

Contributing writer for The Prospect Amaya Taylor covers artist Abigail DeVille’s latest exhibition, “the heart knows its own bitterness (Manifest).”

THE PROSPECT | December 9

‘Chile, look at where she is’: Patricia Smith wins National Book Award for Poetry

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‘Chile, look at where she is’: Patricia Smith wins National Book Award for Poetry

Michael Grasso

Contributing writer for The Prospect Michael Grasso details Princeton professor in creative writing Patricia Smith’s acceptance of the National Book Award for Poetry for her book “The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems.”

THE PROSPECT | November 24

In BAC’s latest exhibit, students define their own ‘Terms for Existence’

An artwork in which black and white photos are collaged on top of black drawings

In BAC’s latest exhibit, students define their own ‘Terms for Existence’

Amy Jeon

Contributing writer for The Prospect Amy Jeon reviews the Black Arts Collective exhibit “Terms for Existence.”

THE PROSPECT | November 23

Princeton Pianists Ensemble takes listeners on an ‘odyssey’ through genres

Five pianos with twelve pianists seated around them. The stage is lit in blue-purple light.

Princeton Pianists Ensemble takes listeners on an ‘odyssey’ through genres

Annika Plunkett

Staff writer for The Prospect Annika Plunkett reviews Princeton Pianists Ensemble’s show “Odyssey.”

THE PROSPECT | November 17

New museum’s Asian Art Pavilion undertakes a near-impossible task to mixed success

A grey stone statue sits behind a black background in a large room.

New museum’s Asian Art Pavilion undertakes a near-impossible task to mixed success

Kate Chun

Writer for The Prospect Kate Chun reviews the Princeton University Art Museum’s new Asian Art Pavilion.

THE PROSPECT | November 14

Tired of Firestone? Try these study options at the Princeton University Art Museum

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Tired of Firestone? Try these study options at the Princeton University Art Museum

Kaichen Chou

Contributing writer for The Prospect Kaichen Chou discovers new study spots in the Princeton University Art Museum.

THE PROSPECT | November 14

‘Europe is and has long been a crossroads’: the European Art pavilion’s new perspective on a global continent

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‘Europe is and has long been a crossroads’: the European Art pavilion’s new perspective on a global continent

Devon Williams

Contributing writer for The Prospect Devon Williams details curatorial choices in the European Art Pavilion at the Princeton University Art Museum.

THE PROSPECT | November 14

PUAM’s Ancient Mediterranean Pavilion steps into the past, with a modern twist

PUAM’s Ancient Mediterranean Pavilion steps into the past, with a modern twist

Zane Mills VanWicklen

Contributing writer for The Prospect Zane Mills VanWicklen details how the Ancient Mediterranean pavilion in the new Princeton University Art Museum is a “step back in time.”

THE PROSPECT | November 14

Jazz, beans, and shredding machines: Terrace’s Battle of the Bands

Man in grey t-shirt with red guitar stands next to female singer dressed in a silver sparkling shirt in a dark brown wooden room.

Jazz, beans, and shredding machines: Terrace’s Battle of the Bands

Eric Mohorea

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Eric Mohorea covers Terrace’s Battle of the Bands.

THE PROSPECT | November 11

Start exploring the new art museum with these five standout pieces

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Start exploring the new art museum with these five standout pieces

Mia Mazzeo, Emma Cinocca, Amy Jeon, Lily Hutcheson, and Leia Pei

Five writers for The Prospect give their recommendations for the art that you must see during your visit to Princeton's new Art Museum!

THE PROSPECT | November 6

Jump into the cosmos: Bhangra’s 2025 fall show Kayinaat

Dancers in multicolored outfits jump while holding a white prop against a red background.

Jump into the cosmos: Bhangra’s 2025 fall show Kayinaat

Caroline Naughton

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Caroline Naughton details Princeton Bhangra’s Fall 2025 show: Kayinaat.

THE PROSPECT | October 30

Before the Art Museum opens, check out these three outdoor sculptures

Amy Jeon

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Amy Jeon covers art museum works to enjoy before its opening this Friday.

THE PROSPECT | October 28

Mark Morris speaks on artistic legacy and music

Mark Morris speaks on artistic legacy and music

Annika Plunkett

Staff writer for The Prospect Annika Plunkett covered renowned dance choreographer Mark Morris for the first installment of Princeton University Concerts’ annual Healing with Music series.

THE PROSPECT | October 23

In ‘spinnerets,’ spiders and silk tell the story of the balloon war

A black and white print is against a white wall.

In ‘spinnerets,’ spiders and silk tell the story of the balloon war

Kate Chun

The exhibit’s art, drawing inspiration from the spider, is also metaphorical for the balloon war that erupted between North Korea and South Korea on May 28, 2024. This is no feel-good exhibition; it is a learning experience.

THE PROSPECT | October 10