Category: Arts and Entertainment

Ronin Reads: “A Darker Shade of Magic”

“‘I’m not going to die,’ she said. ‘Not till I’ve seen it.’ ‘Seen what?’ Her smile widened. ‘Everything.’” -“A Darker Shade of Magic”, V.E. Schwab   “A Darker Shade of Magic” by V.E. Schwab takes place in a world where there are four coexisting Londons (Red, White, Black, and Gray), in which each have a…Continue Reading Ronin Reads: “A Darker Shade of Magic”

“The Shadow Box” Sheds Light on Mortality

After a bitter loss at the Area One Act Play competition in Pharr, TX this past Friday, Taft Theatre gave a public performance of Michael Cristofer’s 1977 Pulitzer and Tony winning play, “The Shadow Box,” this Tuesday. Despite the loss, the production managed to go on beautifully and with the same enthusiasm that had the…Continue Reading “The Shadow Box” Sheds Light on Mortality

From Boy Bands to Babies

To commemorate the Super Bowl LVI [56] 2022, featuring the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals, we decided to look back at previous Super Bowl commercials and share  our top five favorites. Terry Tate: Office Linebacker This Reebok commercial incorporated the experience of playing football and put it into an office setting, grabbing the…Continue Reading From Boy Bands to Babies

“Sing 2” Film Review: Animated Sequel Uses Popular Songs and Choreography Again to Carry Film

“Sing 2,” directed by Garth Jennings, director of “Sing,” “Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy,” and more, is a unique representation of the arts industry through the animal kingdom.  Released in theaters on Dec. 22, 2021 and produced by Chris Meledandri and Janet Healy, “Sing 2” has catered to the likes of all ages with light…Continue Reading “Sing 2” Film Review: Animated Sequel Uses Popular Songs and Choreography Again to Carry Film