Category: Arts & Entertainment

A Look Into Zach Synder’s Justice League

The Tumultuous History Leading Up to the New Release by Dave Argento ’21 A&E Staff Fans of the DC Comics cinematic universe were likely thrilled to see the official trailer for Zack Snyder’s Justice League posted on Feb. 14. The storied title is set to be made available to HBO Max subscribers on March 18 […]

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The Revival of the “Free Britney” Movement

Framing Britney Spears Sparks Outrage for the Star by Nikki Idelson ’22 A&E Staff Pop icon Britney Spears has been making headlines since the release of the new documentary Framing Britney Spears, made by the New York Times. Released on Feb. 5, the documentary gave viewers a glimpse into the darker parts of Spears’ life […]

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A Master Painter Returns: Vincent van Gogh

The Artist’s “Street Scene in Montmartre” Unveiled by Grace O’Connor ’22 A&E Staff Vincent van Gogh’s paintings have been centerpieces of the art world, capturing the eyes of their audiences, for centuries. It has recently been revealed that one of van Gogh’s paintings has been hidden in a private collection for over 100 years. This […]

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A Look at Providence’s Underground Rap Scene

Local Rap Groups Move Closer to the Surface by Jack Downey ’23 A&E Staff When anyone thinks of active hubs for hip hop and rap, the cities that normally come to mind are Compton, CA, New York, or even Atlanta, GA. However, an uncommon answer would be Providence, RI. That perception is quickly changing. Although […]

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Bath Food Co: Innovating Food Delivery Service

Kitchen Rentals Expand Restaurant Opportunities by Dave Argento ’21 A&E Staff As we approach almost a full year of COVID-19 quarantines and reinvented ways of life, the shifts in consumer trends and business models will likely leave a lasting impact on the new normal of industries, such as the restaurant industry. Given that the usage […]

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Preview of the 63rd Grammy Awards Show

Artists Remain Prolific Despite Pandemic Setbacks by Liam O’Hara ’21 A&E Staff The Grammy Awards show is arguably the biggest celebration held annually in the music industry. Some go so far as to describe it as the Super Bowl of the music world. Musicians and artists of countless genres work tirelessly their whole lives to […]

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A “Love Story” Retold by Taylor Swift

Swift Announces the Release of Fearless Re-Recording by Madison Palmieri ’22 A&E Staff 2021 is shaping up to be quite an exciting year for Taylor Swift fans. Following a year that saw the release of not one, but two surprise albums, in addition to three music videos, a documentary, and a concert film, the singer […]

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Not So Rosy After All: Bachelor Nation Outraged

Harrison and Kirkconnell Enveloped in Racism Controversy by Nikki Idelson ’22 A&E Staff Within the past week, Chris Harrison, the host of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, has come under fire for defending racist behavior that current contestant, Rachael Kirkconnell, openly displayed in the past. According to Cosmopolitan, following the first episode, which aired on […]

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The Night That Changed His Career Indefinitely

Morgan Wallen Faces Consequences for Using Racial Slurs by Grace O’Connor ’22 A&E Staff On Feb. 2, Morgan Wallen’s career suffered a major setback, rightfully so, when he was caught using a racial slur by TMZ. According to the Los Angeles Times, Wallen “was taped. . . by a neighbor after Wallen’s group made a […]

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The Weeknd’s Blinding Lights at Super Bowl LV

by Grace Whitman ’22 A&E Staff After releasing the most- streamed song of 2020, “Blinding Lights,” and being snubbed by the Recording Academy for the 2021 Grammy Awards, The Weeknd took on the Super Bowl LV halftime show with a unique storyline. Although many viewers felt that the halftime performance was as boring as the […]

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