Arts

Arts

‘The Immortal Thor Vol. 1’ proves Al Ewing’s staying power

By Carl Svahn | September 7

There are certain expectations that come from Thor Odinson as a Marvel Comics character. The hammer. The boasting. The grand scale of his adventures. Over 60 years, numerous writers have developed the once proud prince and now righteous Avenger into one of the core characters of Marvel Comics. Al Ewing’s “The Immortal Thor Vol. 1” (2023) embraces these roots, but also expands on them, resulting in an incredibly engaging and spellbinding first issue. 

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Arts

Here's what to watch during the actors and writers strikes

By Odessa Gaines | September 5

If you have been keeping up with film and television news for the past few months, you may be aware of the labor disputes going on in Hollywood with the Writers Guild of America and the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. On May 2, 2023, the writers strike officially began with over 11,000 screenwriters moving to the streets of Hollywood to protest studios’ unfair labor contracts.

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Arts

Sabrina Carpenter and The 1975: Lollapalooza’s two stand-out acts

By Ryan Fairfield | September 5

There’s something about Lollapalooza that attracts thousands of attendees every year and stands out among other festivals likeCoachella andThe Governor’s Ball. 

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Arts

The astonishing women behind ‘Little Women’

By Blake Anderson | May 21

In the fall of 2019, the Office of Residential Life and Learning unintentionally created a lasting friendship. As Alexandra Everbach and Lucy Morrison moved into their respective singles in Carmichael Hall, they were without a doubt excited to meet new people. Though first-year interactions with strangers can often feel awkward and forced, this was not the case for Everbach and Morrison. They had something very special in common that served as an instantaneous spark of connection: a mutual love of Louisa May Alcott’s famous novel “Little Women.”

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Arts

Senior Profile: Former executive arts editor Jack Clohisy reflects on his Daily experience

By Ryan Fairfield | May 21

Editor’s note: The Daily’s editorial department acknowledges that this article is premised on a conflict of interest. This article is a special feature for the Daily’s Commencement edition that does not represent the Daily’s standard journalistic practices.

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Arts

The seniors of BEATs are not ready to stop playing

By Carl Svahn | May 21

It takes very little to make a member of the BEATs team laugh — about as much as it takes to get them to start hitting a paint bucket.

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Arts

Senior Profile: Athena Nair discusses activism and the arts

By Ava Dettling | May 20

Since their arrival at Tufts, Athena Nair has remained an influential figure in the social and artistic life on campus. They have participated in campus organizations such as the Jumbo Drag Collective, TEDxTufts, various musical theater communities and many more. 

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Arts

Seniors of Trunk celebrate 4 years of finding joy in children’s theater, performance

By Nate Hall | May 20

Traveling Treasure Trunk is unlike any other student group at Tufts. In fact, they might just have more fun than anyone else on campus.

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Arts

Senior Profile: Freshman 15 founder Ben Lanzi’s inspirational musical journey

By Matthew Winkler | May 20

Graduating senior Ben Lanzi, who is majoring in music and minoring in Chinese, is ubiquitously associated with the Tufts music department and jazz scene. Lanzi, a pianist, singer and conductor, has performed with the Tufts Jazz Orchestra, Small Jazz Ensembles, Chamber Singers and Concert Choir. But perhaps what Lanzi is most known for in the Tufts community is founding and leading the Freshman 15, a student-run jazz big band. Lanzi recently reflected on his journey from musical rookie to leader.

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Arts

Burlesque seniors aim to foster sexy, fun, positive vibe

By Odessa Gaines | May 19

Comprising around 300 undergraduate students, Tufts Burlesque Troupe is one of the largest student dance groups you’ll find on campus. Committed to creating a body-neutral environment fit for exploring oneself and celebrating diversity, this no-audition group has been a second home to many students over the years. Welcoming to students of all years and levels of dance, the Troupe embraces sexiness and comfort in one’s own body.

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Arts

Seniors of TUTV reflect on their community, futures in film

By Megan Reimer | May 19

Tufts University Television was founded in 1977, making it one of the oldest clubs at Tufts. It is a student-run production studio that “strives to foster a supportive and collaborative community where anyone can learn about filmmaking and develop their own artistic voice.” Their content includes documentaries, scripted content, music videos and more.

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Arts

Thanks For the Laughs: TFL seniors reflect on their time in Tufts comedy

By Sam Mcquaid | May 19

Editor’s note: Sam McQuaid is a senior member of TFL, Tufts’ gender minority sketch comedy group.

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Arts

Institute seniors cry witchcraft in their musical production of ‘The Crucical’

By Saba S. | May 18

Editor’s note: Blake Anderson is an arts editor at the Daily. This article is a special feature for the Daily's Commencement edition that does not represent the Daily's standard journalistic practices.

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Television

‘Succession’ leaves nothing unsaid in its final season

By Nate Hall | April 27

Editor’s note: This article contains major spoilers for season 4 of “Succession.”

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Arts

How Cindy Sherman plays pretend

By Erin Zhu | April 27

Despite spending just under 50 years taking photographs of herself, Cindy Sherman can be found in none of them. Utilizing the format of photography portraiture, Sherman creates a theater with her own image, disguising herself with layers of costume and makeup to explore the constructed nature of identity and reality. She plays pretend, and in the process, implicates us for doing the same.

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Column

Queeries: That's a (queer) wrap

By Jack Clohisy and Saba S. | April 27

We were raised believing that the “gay agenda” was an attack on the white picket fence American dream. While the traumas that accompany queerness range from constant victimization to harassment to rejection, there is something purely evil that comes with internalized homophobia.

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Arts

Charlie Curtis-Beard talks artistry, TikTok music, Spring Fling performance

By Alexis Enderle | April 25

On April 29, Tufts students will flock to the Academic Quad for Spring Fling, the annual musical festival that rounds out each spring semester. Headlined by Flo Rida, the recent lineup announcement certainly caused a buzz. One of two openers for Rida is none other than rapper and TikTok hit Charlie Curtis-Beard. The Daily spoke to Curtis-Beard about all things music, college and Spring Fling. Here’s what he had to say. 

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Arts

May is the month of Karl Lagerfeld, but is it deserved?

By Ryan Fairfield | April 25

Karl Lagerfeld believed that fashion did not belong in a museum and yet this year’s Met Gala theme is “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty,” and the dress code is “in honor of Karl.” Not only is Lagerfeld being honored at the Met Gala, but also by Vogue — the issue is titled “Karl Lagerfeld: A Celebration.” Many of his muses grace the cover and the issue features an elaborate tribute in which ten designers created original looks inspired by Lagerfeld and his work. With all this attention on Lagerfeld, his problematic history has risen to the forefront of the debate about whether or not he should be receiving these honors and high praises. 

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Columns

Medford’s Carrie Bradshaw: How to get out of your ‘hater era’

By Megan Reimer | April 25

I'll say it — right here, right now — I may be in my “hater era.” I’m talking about the insatiable appetite to observe, judge and critique. The impending dismay that follows an interaction, as simple as an exchange between you and your Postmates courier or perhaps an email that reached your inbox from a professor titled “Some Feedback.”

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Arts

WEEKENDER: Talking with Fease ahead of Spring Fling

By Matthew Winkler | April 20

After winning Tufts University Social Collective’s Battle of the Bands, the Tufts student band Fease will be opening Spring Fling on April 29. Other live Fease performances can be heard Thursday at the Burren at 7 p.m. and at the Cantab Lounge on May 2 as the opener for Mega Mango. The band consists of vocalist and guitarist Jack Goldberg; lead guitarist Ben Schmelkin; bassist Jack Wish; vocalist and keyboard player Jojo Martin; drummer Jake Rubenstein; vocalist Sophie Rubin; vocalist Mari Shoop; trumpet player Zack Burpee; alto saxophonist Jonah Fox; and tenor saxophonist Andrew Kerpel.

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