Arts

‘She Loves Me’: a review of a modernized rom-com musical

Contributing writer for the Prospect Donaji Mendieta-Silva reviews “She Loves Me,” a recent musical that puts a modern twist on the classic rom-com.

Contributing writer for the Prospect Donaji Mendieta-Silva reviews “She Loves Me,” a recent musical that puts a modern twist on the classic rom-com.

MET review of ‘La Forza del Destino’: A modern take on a traditional opera

“It was admirable seeing the incorporation of new stage technologies with long-time operas, providing fresh interpretations and contexts for modern audiences. Still, I believe that the opera singing should always remain center stage.”

“It was admirable seeing the incorporation of new stage technologies with long-time operas, providing fresh interpretations and contexts for modern audiences. Still, I believe that the opera singing should always remain center stage.”

Naacho’s supernatural South Asian fusion sees full house in Richardson

From bright costumes to blood-pumping beats, Naacho’s performance “Shastra: The Rise of Chaos” blended South Asian and American culture in a captivating way. Showcasing the community of Naacho’s company and the depth of their technique, the performance was not one to be missed.

From bright costumes to blood-pumping beats, Naacho’s performance “Shastra: The Rise of Chaos” blended South Asian and American culture in a captivating way. Showcasing the community of Naacho’s company and the depth of their technique, the performance was not one to be missed.

Child’s Play review: A night of non-stop laughs

From fast-paced skits to audience participation, Child's Play provided a laugh-packed performance at their recent show "Child's Play: Can't Get Mono."

From fast-paced skits to audience participation, Child's Play provided a laugh-packed performance at their recent show "Child's Play: Can't Get Mono."

‘The Commons presents ⍰⍰⍰’: a tribute to the art of community spaces

Contributing writer for the Prospect Audrey Zeng details a recent senior thesis exhibition from the visual arts program, which she describes as an art that "is not just something to look at, but something to interact with and be a part of."

Contributing writer for the Prospect Audrey Zeng details a recent senior thesis exhibition from the visual arts program, which she describes as an art that "is not just something to look at, but something to interact with and be a part of."

Princeton’s ceramics studio spins clay into creativity and community

The Ceramics Studio, which once existed in the now demolished Frist College, once again returned in the spring of 2023 upon the opening of New College West. The ‘Prince’ spoke to members involved in the ceramics community.

The Ceramics Studio, which once existed in the now demolished Frist College, once again returned in the spring of 2023 upon the opening of New College West. The ‘Prince’ spoke to members involved in the ceramics community.

‘Continuum’ continues eXpressions’ legacy

Contributing writer for The Prospect Natalia Diaz reviews eXpressions’ Dance Company’s spring performance, “Continuum.”

Contributing writer for The Prospect, Natalia Diaz reviews eXpressions’ Dance Company’s spring performance, “Continuum.”

Olivier Tarpaga’s ‘Be Kūnū’ premieres at the Princeton University Orchestra Concert

Sophie Zhang reviews a concert performed by Princeton University Orchestra (PUO), the African Ensemble, and Dafra Kura band.

Sophie Zhang reviews a concert performed by Princeton University Orchestra (PUO), the African Ensemble, and Dafra Kura band.

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."

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 stunning range of Triple 8’s “Montage”

Staff writer for the Prospect Emma Cinocca reviews Triple 8‘s recent Spring 2024 show "Montage," and praises its portrayal of vastly-diverse dance styles.

Staff writer for the Prospect Emma Cinocca reviews Triple 8‘s recent Spring 2024 show "Montage," and praises its portrayal of vastly-diverse dance styles.

The virtual reality experience of the Mahler Chamber Orchestra

Staff Prospect writer Chloe Lau reviews the concerts held by the Mahler Chamber Orchestra in virtual reality during Wintersession.

Staff Prospect writer Chloe Lau reviews the concerts held by the Mahler Chamber Orchestra in virtual reality during Wintersession.

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. 

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.

Glorious music fills the air when Glee Club sings

The Glee Club still performs traditional Western choral music — the style they began with — but has since expanded their repertoire in the past several years.

The Glee Club still performs traditional Western choral music — the style they began with — but has since expanded their repertoire in the past several years.

diSiac serves more than pancakes at ‘International Heat of Princeton’ (IHOP)

Brianna Suliguin presents a review on diSiac’s most recent December 2023 performance.

Brianna Suliguin presents a review on diSiac’s most recent December 2023 performance.

Taiko: a community that performs and grows to the beat of their own drums

Contributing writer for The Prospect Connor Romberg brings attention to Taiko, a student group on campus that performs an ancient Japanese drum tradition.

Shere Khan is Princeton’s premier co-ed acapella group, and so much more

“We’re way younger than everybody else [and] we have less establishment but I think that’s also kind of the spirit. It’s the spunky young, pop music, new music.”

Princeton students found first Fashion Institute of Princeton

Established last spring, FIOP hopes to shift the way we consume fashion by becoming an outlet for exploration, design, and entrepreneurship.

Established last spring, FIOP hopes to shift the way we consume fashion by becoming an outlet for exploration, design, and entrepreneurship.

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.”