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Anocha Suwichakornpong’s new film “Dao Khanong (By the Time It Gets Dark),” which explores the tragic history of the 1976 massacre at the Thammasat University in Thailand, opens April 14.

‘Dao Khanong’ Meditates on a Massacre

Zuzia Czemier-Wolonciej, Staff Writer April 13, 2017
Anocha Suwichakornpong alternates between reenactment and interviews in her documentary "By the Time It Gets Dark" to play with the frailty of memory, which becomes disturbingly relevant in its account of the 1976 massacre of protesters at Thailand's Thammasat University.
Four NYU students worked together to create an app that allows college students to find cheap shows in New York City. Although Curtain Call won't launch until July, you can follow @curtaincallnyc on Instagram for news and updates.

A Look Into NYU’s Latest Startup — Curtain Call

Jacob Fox, Staff Writer April 12, 2017
If your wallet has ever winced at the price of a concert ticket, the four NYU students behind the new app Curtain Call have a solution for you.
“My Entire High School Sinking Into the Sea” is the perfect film for those who enjoy face-paced, quirky comedy. The animated film perfectly depicts the chaotic nature of high school.

Psychedelic ‘High School Sinking into the Sea’ is Odd But Memorable

Sophie Bennett, Staff Writer April 12, 2017
In an off-kilter and action-packed new animated film, everyone's best — and worst — dreams come true as an entire high school sinks into the sea.
Katell Quillevere’s third feature film, "Heal the Living," depicts the devastating affects of a car accident. The stunning juxtaposition of visuals portray the clashing of unrelated lives into one story.

Film ‘Heal the Living’ Weaves Stories of Loss and Chance

Daniella Nichinson, Staff Writer April 12, 2017
Katell Quillevere's new film "Heal the Living" is a slow burn, and a carefully crafted examination of narratives of grief.
Tisch sophomore Jackie Paladino is already an established musician and experienced actress. Songwriting is her way of expressing herself and opening up.

Jackie Paladino — The Therapy in Songwriting

Dyanna Fleites-Cruz, Contributing Writer April 12, 2017
Between her musical theater studies at Tisch and getting signed as a musician on the NYU student-run West 4th record label, Jackie Paladino's been making waves in a number of different corners of the art world.
Mimosas, a film directed by Oliver Laxe, is a winner of the Critics’ Week Grand Prize at the Cannes Film Festival. It chronicles what a caravan faces while carrying a dying sheikh into the Moroccan Atlas Mountains.

Traversing Nature in ‘Mimosas’

Xiangdi Chen, Contributing Writer April 11, 2017
Oliver Laxe's "Mimosas" tells the story of a spiritual journey through picturesque visions of nature.
What We’re Listening To: Lalala, Nanana and Other Nonsense

What We’re Listening To: Lalala, Nanana and Other Nonsense

Gilchrist Green, Music Editor April 11, 2017
These low-key songs are full of lalalas, nananas, a couple shalalas, dadads and don't forget about the dododos and bababas.
Last Monday on April 3, the NYU Symphony performed under conductor Adam Glasser.

NYU Symphony Soars Like No Other

Connor Gatesman, Staff Writer April 11, 2017
In a night full of music and animation, the NYU Symphony was bright, explorative and talented as ever.
Steinhardt Music Business senior Dalton Corr works with NYU student-run label Village Records. Like the rest of his music, his upcoming single "I Think Of You” blends ‘60s era pop with electronic soundscapes.

Steinhardt Senior Talks Music And Lyrics

Sara Nuta, Staff Writer April 11, 2017
Music Business senior Dalton Corr caught up with WSN on his influences, songwriting and his new track "I Think of You."
Steinhardt music technology professor and musician Svjetlana Bukvich-Nichols. Bukvich-Nichols believes that music is not just a language, but an evolutionary tool that is changing how people express emotion.

Evolving With Your Favorite Song

Sierra Jackson, Managing Editor April 10, 2017
NYU Music Technology professor Svjetlana Bukvich-Nichols is looking to expand our musical lexicon beyond the standards of Western composition and into other styles — giving both our music and our emotional understanding deeper nuance.
Mark Webb’s new film “Gifted” is currently in theaters. The movie is about a little girl who is a math prodigy and stuck in a custody battle between her uncle and grandmother.

Bright but Not Quite ‘Gifted’

Tristen Calderon, Staff Writer April 10, 2017
With an impressive cast featuring Jenny Slate, Chris Evans, Octavia Spencer and the young Mckenna Grace, it's impressive that "Gifted" still falls flat on a dramatic premise.
The Broadway Theatre’s Vietnam War based production, “Miss Saigon,” written by Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublil.

Miss Saigon at The Broadway Theatre

Kamila Daurenova, Contributing Writer April 10, 2017
Eva Noblezada makes the hearty belts and fluttering soprano lines demanded by the leading role in Broadway's "Miss Saigon" seem like an easy task, despite having some big shoes to fill.