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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Arts

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WSN predicts the Oscars

Because only NYU students’ voices matter this awards season.
WSN Staff February 28, 2025

After what seemed like an eternity of artifical intelligence controversies, resurfaced racist tweets and Kylie Jenner appearances, the 97th Academy Awards are this Sunday. To honor...

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Review: ‘Automatic’ turns The Lumineers’ sound inside out

Twenty years into their journey, Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites have shed their signature folk softness for something strikingly unfiltered.
Sadie Pease, Contributing Writer February 27, 2025

Since the 2012 release of its hit song “Ho Hey,” The Lumineers, has found great success through its signature folk-infused style characterized by raw storytelling and heartfelt...

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Review: ‘The Monkey’ marches to the beat of its own drum

This movie’s killer may be a wind-up toy, but this horror comedy is anything but child’s play.
Annie Emans, Staff Writer February 27, 2025

Osgood Perkins has proven himself a modern horror pioneer. He’s best known for writing and directing “Longlegs,” which received acclaim on social media and quickly became...

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Review: Exhibition at La Maison Française challenges the definition of art

“The Drawing of the Line” showcases the work of Bernar Venet, offering a space for artistic dialogue and reflection through the examination of lines.
Maya Santiago, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

Early art education begins by teaching how to draw a single line, a foundational element of visual art. As we grow, those lines evolve into scribbles, shapes and, eventually, recognizable...

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Review: Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR reunite on ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’

The two Canadian artists deliver a mixed bag of 21 tracks, leaving listeners as confused as Drake seems to be.
Antonio Johri, Contributing Writer February 26, 2025

After Kendrick Lamar’s scathing “Not Like Us” gained traction, Drake responded with a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group — which manages both Lamar and Drake...

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Review: MoMA exhibition highlights the woman who shaped the modern art world

“Lillie P. Bliss and the Birth of the Modern” is currently on view through the end of March.
Alexa Donovan, Arts Editor February 25, 2025

During all open hours, hoards of people crowd in front of Vincent van Gogh’s “The Starry Night” in the Museum of Modern Art, impatiently waiting for their turn to take...

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Q&A: Molly Grace can charm anyone with a single song

On the opening night of her North American tour, pop diva Molly Grace sat down with WSN to discuss the virality of her songs, queer representation and the pop music renaissance.
Amelia Knust, Staff Writer February 25, 2025

Equipped with pink sparkly dresses, platform white heels and an enviable vocal range, Molly Grace is a woman to watch for in the music landscape. Since the 2021 release of her...

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Review: The newest ‘Bridget Jones’ installment is unnecessary and disorienting

"Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy” tries a tone shift but lacks the emotional depth necessary — a poor wrap-up of the beloved franchise.
Skylar Boilard, Staff Writer February 24, 2025

Warning: this review contains spoilers. Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger) is an undeniably loveable character. She’s a frazzled mess who managed to endear audiences — and...

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The Oscars have a category fraud problem

Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldaña are front-runners in the supporting categories, but should they even be there?
Leo Field, Staff Writer February 24, 2025

At the Oscars, category fraud is nothing new. When it comes to award shows, movies often campaign their actors in the wrong category just for a better chance of winning. Look no...

Steinhardt sophomore Timilehin Awaye and Tisch junior Trenton Michael.

Students share stage with JT and Ravyn Lenae at V100 Concert

The annual student-run event saw 1,000-plus attendees and featured two NYU performers, alongside its first all-female guest list.
Krish Dev, Director of Creative & Digital Strategy February 24, 2025

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Unique talents and ensembles shine at UltraViolet Live

The winner of this year’s universitywide talent show was Steinhardt junior Aasia Gabbour, whose Chinese violin performance stunned the contest’s celebrity judges.
Mariana Arboleda, Staff Writer February 24, 2025

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Review: ‘RicanVisions’ exhibits the rich artistic traditions of Puerto Rican artists

The NYU Latinx Project exhibition features 19 artists from Puerto Rico and its diaspora.
Katherine Welander, Deputy Managing Editor February 24, 2025

Natural light filtering in through large, street-facing windows fills the ground-floor gallery space at 20 Cooper Square. The glow illuminates the room’s walls and the...