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Centering around the death of Isabelle Reed, LOUDER THAN BOMBS is the story of a family's attempts to unearth the mystery around the fatal car crash.

“Louder Than Bombs” Experiments With Time Successfully

Dejarelle Gaines, Copy Chief April 8, 2016
Jesse Eisenberg stars in "Louder than Bombs" a family drama directed by Joachim Trier.
"The Heidi Chronicles" is the story of best friends Heidi and Susan who worked to overcome society's gender norms and opens on Friday at 8 p.m by NYU CAS Theater.

“The Heidi Chronicles” Gears Up For Weekend Showcase Amid Buzz

Leigh Anderson, Contributing Writer April 8, 2016
This weekend NYU CAST will open their production of "The Heidi Chronicles," a play about two women overcoming societal gender norms.
PREMIERE: Don't Miss Molly Chapman's New Music Video for "See Through"

PREMIERE: Don’t Miss Molly Chapman’s New Music Video for “See Through”

Hailey Nuthals, Highlighter Editor April 8, 2016
Check out Gallatin sophomore Molly Chapman's new music video for her original song "See Through."
George Lopez stars in the new TV Land show, "Lopez".

George Lopez Gains Self-Awareness in New Show

Carter Glace, Staff Writer April 6, 2016
George Lopez, in his latest project, has a new show on TVLand where he plays a fictionalized version of himself.
"Viva Activa: The Spirit of Hannah Arendt" opens at the Film Forum on the 6th of April.

Hannah Arendt Documentary Captures the Philosopher’s Convictions

Zuzia Czemier-Wolonciej, Contributing Writer April 6, 2016
The new documentary "Vita Activa: The Spirit Of Hannah Arendt" discusses the life of the influential 20th century philosopher.
Hank Azaria, Claire Danes, and John Krasinski in the play, Dry Powder, currently on show at The Public Theater.

Though Star-Studded, ‘Dry Powder’ Barely Ignites

Emma Gold, Contributing Writer April 6, 2016
“Dry Power” is a compelling play about a private equity firm running at the Public Theater until May 1, starring John Krasinski, Claire Danes and Hank Azaria.
Jean Marc Vallee’s film Demolition follows the story of Davis Mitchell, portrayed by Jake Gyllenhaal, as he goes through an existential crisis.

Deconstructing the Psyche in ‘Demolition’

Bradley Alsop, Staff Writer April 4, 2016
"Demolition", starring Jake Gyllenhaal, tells the story of an investment banker who loses his wife in a car crash.
Frankie Cosmos played a near runthrough of their new album at their concert in Brooklyn.

Frankie Cosmos, Out of This World

Gilchrist Green, Contributing Writer April 4, 2016
On Saturday night at Shea Stadium, Frankie Cosmos performed old favorites and new songs from their latest album "Next Thing".
The UniverSoul Circus is currently set up in the Bronx through the end of May and is full of tricks and feats fit for all ages.

UniverSoul Circus Makes You a Kid Again

Lily Dolin, Staff Writer April 4, 2016
The UniverSoul Circus has come to the Bronx, complete with all the classic circus acts — including trapeze artists, magicians and clowns.
“The Path” is a new Hulu series created by NYU Dramatic Writing alum Jessica Goldberg and airs on Wednesdays.

Alum Creates Complex Hulu Show

Natalie Whalen, Staff Writer April 4, 2016
NYU Dramatic Writing alum Jessica Goldberg created the new Hulu series "The Path", starring Aaron Paul and Michelle Monaghan as members of a cult.
In his new book Date-onomics, author Jon Birger discusses why women are having an increasingly difficult time finding mister right.

‘Date-Onomics’ Author Talks Hookup Culture

Hailey Nuthals, Highlighter Editor April 4, 2016
John Birger's new book "Date-Onomics" is a comprehensive, analytical look at gender dynamics in modern dating.
Tisch New Theatre put on a production of Hairspray this last weekend at Skirball, starring a phenomenal cast from all corners of NYU.

Tisch New Theater Get Grooving With ‘Hairspray’

Laura Casado, Staff Writer April 4, 2016
Tisch New Theatre put on a production of the classic musical "Hairspray" at Skirball over the weekend.