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"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...

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...

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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...

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...

Cover art for Disney's "Wish." (Courtesy of Disney)

REVIEW: Disney’s “Wish” is a heartwarming homage to 100 years of magic

Sarah Carter, Staff Writer December 4, 2023

Disney debuts “Wish” in the year of its 100th  anniversary and pays tribute to the studio’s years of magic. Audiences can look for numerous references made to “Bambi,” “Peter Pan,” “Mary...

Rachel Zegler as Lucy Gray Baird in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. (Courtesy of Lionsgate)

REVIEW: “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” deserves the highest praise

Sarah Carter, Staff Writer November 30, 2023

The release of the movie adaptation of “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” brings viewers back to Suzanne Collin’s dystopian world of Panem, 60 years prior to the original...

Kevin Kosicki Performing in the pre-show of "Dracula."

Behind the scenes: “Dracula”

Samantha Hill, Staff Writer November 28, 2023

The UNCW theater department put on a performance of a lifetime with the production of “Dracula.” Held in Kenan Auditorium, the show lasted for three weekends. Directed by Christopher Marino, the...

A variety of candy apples for sale at Kilwins on Market St.

Fall activities in Wilmington

Samantha Hill, Staff Writer November 11, 2023

  Fall is here in the Wilmington area, bringing in an abundance of activities to do. Check out some of these activities in the local area to do with friends this fall season. Outdoor and Nature Long...

Leonardo DiCaprio in “Killers of the Flower Moon,” in theaters now. (Apple Studios)

“Killers of the Flower Moon:” Cinematic masterpiece and American tragedy

Noah Phillips, Staff Writer November 7, 2023

The following review contains major spoilers throughout. The newest film from Martin Scorsese, “Killers of the Flower Moon,” seems like the culmination of his career, a three-and-a-half hour...

UNCW Department of Theatre's "Dracula" is approaching its third and final week of performances from Nov. 9 to Nov. 12. The show is based on the iconic gothic novel by Bram Stoker.

REVIEW: UNCW’s bone-chilling production of “Dracula”

Sarah Carter, Staff Writer November 4, 2023

The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) theater department brings the story of "Dracula" to the stage demonstrating the gothic tale with excellence. The audience is transported back to the...

A poster for Carolina Ballet's "Frankenstein." (Carolina Ballet)

REVIEW: Carolina Ballet’s “Frankenstein” is an ode to death and humanity

Megan Eesley, Copy Editor October 27, 2023

Performed by the Carolina Ballet in Raleigh at the Fletcher Opera Theater on Saturday, Oct. 14, “Frankenstein” based on the novel by Mary Shelley is a triumph. Choreographed by Artistic Director...

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