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Mixtape cover for "The Disappointing Tape" EP by Hi, I'm Chris.

Say Hello to ‘Hi, I’m Chris’

Michael Muth, Staff Writer February 14, 2018
Gallatin sophomore Chris Bottone (also known as Hi, I'm Chris) released his debut mixtape “The Disappointing Tape” earlier this month.
A poster for Tehran Taboo, a film by Ali Soozandeh.

‘Tehran Taboo’ Is a Minor Masterpiece

Tristen Calderon, Staff Writer February 13, 2018
“Tehran Taboo,” an Austrian-German animated film by Ali Soozandeh, moves through the interwoven lives of three women in Tehran, Iran, each desperately trying to make a future from complicated romantic or sexual circumstances.
A scene from the 1992 Disney film Aladdin.

Live-Action ‘Aladdin’ Controversy Casts Shadow on ‘Black Panther’

Guru Ramanathan, Staff Writer February 13, 2018
If you were ready to applaud Disney for its efforts towards casting minorities on “Black Panther,” its upcoming “Aladdin” live-action remake says otherwise.
A current photography exhibition at the Morgan Library & Museum features work by Peter Hujar, who documented New York City gay life from the 1969 Stonewall Uprising to the AIDS crisis of the 1980’s. Curated by Joel Smith,   ‘Peter Hujar: Speed of Life,’ will run until May 20.

Peter Hujar: A Lover and a Fighter

Jemima McEvoy, Editor-in-Chief February 12, 2018
The Morgan Library & Museum is currently hosting an exhibit on the works of Peter Hujar, an influential photographer whose art is largely associated with gay life in downtown New York City.
Novelist Zadie Smith being interviewed by New Yorker staff writer Doreen St. Félix at the Barnes and Noble on 82nd Street and Broadway last Thursday.

Zadie Smith Talks New Book ‘Feel Free’

Alex Cullina, Contributing Writer February 12, 2018
Acclaimed novelist, essayist and short story writer Zadie Smith gave a talk at Barnes and Noble, where she covered a wide range of topics in her essays.
Movie poster for Marvel Studio’s “Black Panther.” Even before its Feb. 16 release date, the movie has already broke Fandango’s ticket sale record with the sale of advance tickets.

‘Black Panther’ Breaks Barriers On Screen and Off

Zuleyma Sanchez, Deputy Social Media Editor February 12, 2018
Marvel’s latest superhero story "Black Panther" hasn’t yet hit theaters, but it’s already catalyzing change for all future films of it genre.
“Manacá” (1927) by Brazilian painter Tarsila do Amaral displayed in MoMA.

MoMA Welcomes Paintings by Tarsila do Amaral

Eugenia Cardinale, Contributing Writer February 12, 2018
An exhibit focusing on Brazilian painter Tarsila do Amaral’s life and career opened at The Museum of Modern Art on Feb. 11.
A photo by Nadia Benchallal currently on display at 19 Washington Square North as part of a new photography exhibit portraying refugee life in Djibouti. The exhibition will be on display now until May 30.

NYUAD Exhibit Comes to Washington Square

Devanshi Khetarpal, Staff Writer February 12, 2018
A new photography exhibit portraying refugee life in Djibouti from NYU Abu Dhabi opened at 19 Washington Square North on Feb. 4.
Morgan Keller, a sophomore at Steinhardt, performed The Bitter End on Feb. 3.

The Undeniable Versatility of Morgan Keller

Spencer Mullen, Contributing Writer February 9, 2018
NYU sophomore Morgan Keller captivated audiences with her acoustic set on Saturday night at The Bitter End.
Staff Recs: Best Songs to Cry To

Staff Recs: Best Songs to Cry To

The WSN Staff compiled a playlist of the best songs to cry to this Valentine's Day. Sit back, relax and feel all the feels.
Midsummer Night’s Dream is the perfect date for this Valentine’s Day, as NYU students can get discounted tickets at the Sheen Center through Feb. 25.

A Taste of (Mid)Summer for Your Valentine’s Day

Brooke LaMantia, Contributing Writer February 9, 2018
The Frog and Peach Theatre Company's production of William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream" is timely for your winter woes and last-minute Valentine’s Day plans.
‘The Red Turtle’ Director Discusses French Animation

‘The Red Turtle’ Director Discusses French Animation

Rene Bennett, Contributing Writer February 7, 2018
The inaugural Animation First festival, hosted by the French Institute Alliance Française, featured a Q&A with "The Red Turtle" director Michel Dudok De Wit this past weekend.