A night of Gershwin, cherry blossoms and Filipino vocals
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. I’ve never been the biggest fan of love songs — they’ve always struck me as sappy and maudlin,…
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U of M welcomes new writer-in-residence
On Jan. 22, U of M officially welcomed Sonja Boon as this term’s writer-in-residence at the Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture. A welcome…
Entangling cultural identity and migration with filet lace
Textiles is an art form steeped in history and culture — the materials used, the method of production and the subject matter that are depicted…
Mia Kelly releases sophomore album To Be Clear
At 21, Mia Kelly has already made her mark on the folk music scene. Praised for her expressive voice and versatility by outlets such as…
Respecting boundaries with parasocial relationships
It is easy to become immersed in the world of social media. Following influencers that pique your interests is exactly the type of escapism one…
Midwest princess Chappell Roan reigns TikTok and pop
Chappell Roan has taken our cyborg world – and my heart – by storm. The 26-year-old, ultra-femme lesbian, hyperpop drag queen has exploded in popularity…
The art of appreciating bad art
Art, like any creative endeavour, does not exist in a vacuum. There is always a context and meaning behind what it represents. However, sometimes it’s…
The best artists steal
My high school film teacher gave me a critical piece of advice when I asked how to compose a good scene: “The best artists steal.”…
Black Students Community to unveil mural
Cole Cancilla considers himself the “visual translator” for the Black Students Community, which chose him to paint a mural in its community space. Cancilla, a…
The Ultimate Actor’s Nightmare
4.5/5 stars Club Soda Improv returns to Fringe Fest with its resoundingly successful formula. Because the show is improvised and is therefore different every day,…