Arts

Princeton Pianists Ensemble keeps audience on their toes

“As an increasing number of nimble hands danced in unison, dynamics grew, tempo increased, and chords thickened into a polyphonic climax. In the third piece, the twists began.”

“As an increasing number of nimble hands danced in unison, dynamics grew, tempo increased, and chords thickened into a polyphonic climax. In the third piece, the twists began.”

The emotional experience of eXpressions’ ‘Memento’

“They told stories through every aspect of the performance, from carefully-chosen costumes and emotive lyrics to the subtle use of facial expressions as they danced. I was invigorated by the performance — and for good reason.”

“They told stories through every aspect of the performance, from carefully-chosen costumes and emotive lyrics to the subtle use of facial expressions as they danced. I was invigorated by the performance — and for good reason.”

In this year’s Triangle show, a mirror to the paradox in the Princeton soul

This review is not entirely satirical and sadly not at all fictional, though it does discuss fiction. But nonetheless, it is definitely not serious.

This review is not entirely satirical and sadly not at all fictional, though it does discuss fiction. But nonetheless, it is definitely not serious.

The Black Arts Company is Princeton ‘verified’

"Reintroduce the sass, sisters," The Prospect contributing writer Brianna Suliguin writes on the recent BAC show "Verified."

Sinfonia gets spooky over Halloween weekend

Sinfonia’s Halloween performance was truly a magical evening that explores the spectral side of both music and nature.

Sinfonia’s Halloween performance was truly a magical evening that explores the spectral side of both music and nature.

‘In the Company of Good Books’ exhibition, a celebration of inspiration in literature

“The exhibit reveals a sprawling network of connections and relationships between different writers and the themes they examine.”

“The exhibit reveals a sprawling network of connections and relationships between different writers and the themes they examine.”

Soloist’s string snaps on opening night, Orchestra proceeds triumphantly

“At the end of the piece, the crowd roared in much-deserved applause to Zhang, who then shared a heartfelt hug with Pratt. The orchestra’s collaboration was on full display as each instrument supported one another to create another stellar number.”

“At the end of the piece, the crowd roared in much-deserved applause to Zhang, who then shared a heartfelt hug with Pratt. The orchestra’s collaboration was on full display as each instrument supported one another to create another stellar number.”

The best retro Halloween films to watch this spooky season

Senior contributor Tyler Wilson reviews the best retro Halloween films to watch this fall.

Senior contributor Tyler Wilson reviews the best retro Halloween films to watch this fall.

Captivating performances from Ma and Cisneros at annual reading series

“The audience connected deeply with both performances, laughing with Cisneros at just the right moments and holding the contemplative pauses that Ma’s “Peking Duck” demanded.”

“The audience connected deeply with both performances, laughing with Cisneros at just the right moments and holding the contemplative pauses that Ma’s “Peking Duck” demanded.”

Reviewing 10 books by the Asian-American authors of our era

Contributing Writer Audrey Zeng gives her thoughts on ten books by important Asian-American authors.

Music, community, representation at VTone

"VTone not only allowed me to continue my interests with Korean culture and my Korean identity, but it also made me feel connected to other people from East Asia."

"VTone not only allowed me to continue my interests with Korean culture and my Korean identity, but it also made me feel connected to other people from East Asia."

A whirlwind of emotions: The Orquesta Folclórica Nacional de Mexico's ‘Coco’

“In my opinion, understanding every little thing that happened was perhaps not as important as being able to feel every little thing that happened — and that was where the orchestra’s strength truly laid.”

“In my opinion, understanding every little thing that happened was perhaps not as important as being able to feel every little thing that happened — and that was where the orchestra’s strength truly laid.”

Classic works given new life by modern artists at Art on Hulfish

Hulfish’s new exhibition is a creative showcase that challenges classical art, explores the expansive variety of media available in modernity, and provides a playful, whimsical group of pieces that are both visually and intellectually striking.

DISPATCH | A very Gershwin summer: seeing Paris as it is and as it is not

“...there is nothing I can do but be swept along and attempt to fit in as much as possible before my short stint is up.”

 “...there is nothing I can do but be swept along and attempt to fit in as much as possible before my short stint is up.” 

The Princeton University Orchestra sweeps the stage with powerful performance

Even though the musicians sound professional, practice religiously, and perform in spectacular venues, they are still a campus organization and therefore a community. The quiet giggles between pieces and the heartfelt exchanges with seniors were a clear reminder of their close-knit group. 

Even though the musicians sound professional, practice religiously, and perform in spectacular venues, they are still a campus organization and therefore a community. The quiet giggles between pieces and the heartfelt exchanges with seniors were a clear reminder of their close-knit group. 

The best of both worlds at Princeton Bhangra

“Princeton Bhangra, Princeton’s South Asian cultural dance group, held their fourth annual performance on the nights of April 13 and 15 in Frist theater. The 90-minute-long show, titled ‘Kitaab: Let the stories unfold,’ featured six energetic dance numbers, complete with vivid costumes and props.”

“Princeton Bhangra, Princeton’s South Asian cultural dance group, held their fourth annual performance on the nights of April 13 and 15 in Frist theater. The 90-minute-long show, titled ‘Kitaab: Let the stories unfold,‘ featured six energetic dance numbers, complete with vivid costumes and props.”

The Jupiter Ensemble’s Concert: A New Champion for Baroque Vocal Music

Desandre effortlessly sang challenging trills and virtuosic ornaments at pianissimo dynamics, and her seamless crescendos across phrases and unwaveringly long, sustained notes were equally noteworthy. 

Desandre effortlessly sang challenging trills and virtuosic ornaments at pianissimo dynamics, and her seamless crescendos across phrases and unwaveringly long, sustained notes were equally noteworthy. 

Lighting up stories of Asian joy: Reflections on "King of the Yees" from its lighting designer and cast

This way there is not just diversity in the stories being told, but also diversity in where Asian actors can perform.

This way there is not just diversity in the stories being told, but also diversity in where Asian actors can perform.

A triumphant tribute: Glee Club's Walter L. Nollner concert

“When the last movement built to its dramatic end, tension filled the lingering silence. Then, an uproar of applause.”

“When the last movement built to its dramatic end, tension filled the lingering silence. Then, an uproar of applause.”

Play for love: L'Avant-Scène's third program of the year

“The ambiance of the space and the sense of community engulfed everyone as the audience and the actors thanked each other for their mutual love for theater.”

“The ambiance of the space and the sense of community engulfed everyone as the audience and the actors thanked each other for their mutual love for theater.”