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Poster for Sixth Annual Upperman Fashion Show. (Courtesy: UNCW Upperman African American Cultural Center)

Upperman Sixth Annual Homecoming Fashion Show celebrates Black History

Megan Eesley, Copy Editor March 1, 2024

On Feb. 14, the Upperman African American Cultural Center hosted the Upperman Sixth Annual Homecoming Fashion Show at Keenan Auditorium as a part of their “From Our Hands” Black History Month 2024...

Poster art for Dune: Part Two. (Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures)

Dune: Part Two: A sci-fi masterpiece for the ages

Noah Phillips, Staff Writer March 1, 2024

Despite receiving delays due to the global pandemic and premiering at the same time on HBO Max, the first part of Denis Villeneuve’s long-awaited, much anticipated and lifelong passion project, an...

Books on display at the read-in. (Samantha Hill/The Seahawk)

Fifth Annual African American Read-In

Samantha Hill, Marketing Manager March 1, 2024

Randall Library hosted their Fifth Annual African American Read-In at DC Virgo Preparatory school Thursday, Feb 22. Members of UNCW staff and community came together to read books and poems that highlight...

"Rumors," directed by Ed Wagenseller, is the first Mainstage Theatre production of 2024. (Courtesy of UNCW Department of Theatre)

UNCW Department of Theatre’s “Rumors” is the perfect farce to begin the 2024 performance season

Anna Ford, Culture Editor February 27, 2024

Lights up on the interior of a clean, modern house.  Husband and wife Ken (Andrew Page) and Chris Gorman (Elizabeth Montgomery) have just arrived at their friends’ house for an anniversary party,...

“Hazbin Hotel:” The internet phenomenon finally takes the stage

Noah Phillips, Staff Writer February 23, 2024

In the ever-expanding world of indie animation, no project has had quite as much recognition as Vivienne Medrano’s (better known online as Vivziepop) 2019 pilot, “Hazbin Hotel.” Despite receiving...

Inside Chingon Taqueria. (Samantha Hill/The Seahawk)

REVIEW: Chingon Taqueria opens in Wilmington

Samantha Hill, Marketing Manager February 21, 2024

After a long day of classes, I laid in bed mindlessly scrolling through my Instagram until I stumbled upon a reel that caught my eye. The video gave a peek into a new restaurant, which showed bold...

Valentine's Day candy conversation hearts. (Laura Ockel/Unsplash.com)

Valentine’s Day activities for friends and lovers

Samantha Hill, Marketing Manager February 13, 2024

With Valentine’s Day approaching, it can be difficult to figure out plans with friends or a special someone. Check out this list of activities to celebrate the love filled holiday.   Museums...

A poster for Carolina Ballet's "Rhapsody in Blue." (Carolina Ballet)

REVIEW: Carolina Ballet’s “Rhapsody in Blue” puts a uniquely American twist on ballet

Megan Eesley, Copy Editor February 10, 2024

The spotlights shone on the Fletcher Opera Theater and heralded Carolina Ballet’s latest performance, “Rhapsody in Blue,” which opened Feb. 1. Choreographed by Zalman Raffael, the performance...

Lightart's Ocean Coil Collection (Oceanworks/Lightart.com)

LightArt leads the way for sustainable lighting: turning waste into custom designs

Amelia McNeese, Editor-in-Chief February 4, 2024

Based on three mission pillars—people, product, planet—LightArt strives to produce environmentally conscious lighting designs using recycled products. The company aims to deliver custom, hand-crafted...

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The 96th Academy Award Nominations, snubs and surprises

Noah Phillips, Staff Writer January 30, 2024

It goes without saying that the annual Academy Awards, more commonly known as the Oscars, is a massive event that rivals the Super Bowl as the biggest night in entertainment. Every year, countless...

Iced coffee with vanilla inside of The Ibis (Samantha Hill/The Seahawk).

REVIEW: The Ibis Coffee and Cocktail Bar

Samantha Hill, Staff Writer January 25, 2024

I was drawn into Ibis because it was a new coffee shop, but also it incorporates one of my many passions: music. Affordable coffee and a relaxing atmosphere draws in coffee lovers all across Wilmington....

TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET as Willy Wonka in Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures’ “WONKA,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. (Jaap Buittendijk)

REVIEW: “Wonka” was a 2023 box office surprise

Megan Eesley, Copy Editor January 17, 2024

Despite the lack of hype, “Wonka” proved to be a “scrumdiddlyumptious” box office success. Starring Timothée Chalamet as the title role in an all-star cast, the musical comedy exceeded expectations...

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