Arts

Review: Whispers from Peter Hujar’s queer New York
“Peter Hujar: Echoes,” which captures downtown Manhattan’s gay scene from the ’70s to ’80s, is currently on display at 125 Newbury until Oct. 28.
Adrita Talukder, Culture Editor
• October 6, 2023

Sanford Biggers’ ‘Meet Me on the Equinox’ reclaims repatriation
The Marianne Boesky Gallery will feature artist Sanford Biggers’ exhibition through Oct. 14.
Giuliana Brida, Contributing Writer
• October 5, 2023

Review: ‘It Lives Inside’ delivers on Indian representation despite falling flat on its execution
Bishal Dutta’s debut film makes strides for South Asian representation in Hollywood, but doesn’t tap into its full potential for an exploration of cultural identity.
Lulu Chatterjee, Contributing Writer
• October 5, 2023

NYFF 61 Review: ‘Strange Way of Life’ is Almodóvar’s spin on the Wild West
A new queer Western romance starring Pedro Pascal and Ethan Hawke, “Strange Way of Life” made its triumphant North American premiere at NYFF, and it is now showing in select theaters in New York City.
Karina Rower, Contributing Writer
• October 4, 2023

Producer and NYU junior Ryan Jacob on his musical journey
The British American musician and DJ is adding to his list of successful projects while studying at NYU.
Naisha Roy, Deputy Managing Editor
• October 4, 2023

Review: Doja Cat’s ‘Scarlet’ fires back at the doubters
Doja Cat spent months hyping up her next album as a departure from her signature sound. While “Scarlet” shows some originality, it’s not what she promised.
Sophia Anderson, Contributing Writer
• October 3, 2023

NYU’s creative writing program celebrates love with readings of admirable poems
NYU co-sponsored a love poetry reading at McNally Jackson Books’ new SoHo location, featuring work from Jericho Brown, Alex Dimitrov and Deborah Landau.
Eliana Brown, Contributing Writer
• October 2, 2023

Review: Briston Maroney’s ‘Ultrapure’ is a mature reflection on growing up
With his sophomore album, the Nashville singer-songwriter captures the essence of living through your 20s.
Jordan Wilkens, Contributing Writer
• October 2, 2023

NYFF 61 Review: ‘The Boy and the Heron’ and the relationship between loss and discovery
Hayao Miyazaki’s latest film recently premiered at the 61st New York Film Festival in Film at Lincoln Center.
Yezen Saadah, News Editor
• October 2, 2023

Staff Recs: BOO!
With the Halloween season officially starting, WSN’s Arts Desk highlights books, songs and more to get you in the holiday spirit.
Julia Diorio, Alexa Donovan, Mick Gaw, Clara Scholl and Stephanie Wong
• October 2, 2023

The Brooklyn Book Festival: A must-visit for literary lovers
New York’s largest free literary festival is back and better than ever, running through Oct. 2 with fun events and a massive marketplace for replenishing your book collection.
Tess McLafferty, Contributing Writer
• September 29, 2023

Review: Zach Bryan’s ‘Boys Of Faith’ is the perfect folk EP for the nostalgics
Zach Bryan surprises fans with his new EP, bringing them 16 minutes of emotionally unfiltered Americana folk.
Skylar Boilard, Contributing Writer
• September 28, 2023


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