All content by Eleanor Jacobs
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Review: Tisch photography highlights individuality at senior thesis exhibition
The department’s culminating exhibition allows graduating students to challenge photographic traditions and highlight their unique artistic interests.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• April 30, 2024
![A girl pictured wearing a green sweater, dark jeans and red socks sits on the ground holding her hands together.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/arts-music-girl-in-red-review-1200x800.jpeg)
Review: girl in red’s ‘I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY!’ freshly approaches artistic development
In dropping an album both introspective and divergent from her traditional sound, the Norwegian artist paints a journey of self-discovery that cements her creative voice.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• April 22, 2024
![Photo of a large stage displaying red lips signing alongside a stage cam of a woman signing into a microphone on either side.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/arts-music-guts-show-review-2-e1712895106833-1200x900.jpg)
Review: Olivia Rodrigo spills her ‘GUTS’ at MSG
The singer-songwriter’s “GUTS World Tour” radiated energy that made teenagers and 8-year-olds alike scream the ballads with the same fervor as the rock songs.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• April 12, 2024
![A girl wearing a black shirt holds a camera at her side while posing in a sandy outdoor area.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/arts-elinor-kry-1200x798.jpg)
Elinor Kry discusses visual artistry in a visual world
Within the fields of arts, fashion and culture, photographer and Tisch sophomore Elinor Kry discusses what keeps herself and her creative vision anchored.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• April 3, 2024
![An illustration of a mouth smiling with a flower in it emerging from dirt.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/hozier-1200x800.png)
Review: Hozier’s ‘Unheard’ draws fans deeper into his conceptual art
Consisting of outtakes from his most recent album, Irish musician Hozier’s newest EP captures audiences with sound as immersive and captivating as its storytelling.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• April 1, 2024
![A woman with a shocked expression and covered in blood crouches in front of a door. She’s staring at someone lying on the floor out of frame with their feet exposed.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/arts-film-love-lies-bleeding-review-1200x713.png)
Review: ‘Love Lies Bleeding’ is a sultry slasher that disappoints
Within the brawn and blood of New Mexico in the ’80s, Rose Glass’ romantic thriller precariously balances romance and violence against a quickly paced plot.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• March 15, 2024
![Collage of four books: on the top left is “HEREAFTER: THE TELLING LIFE OF ELLEN O’HARA” in red and brown font on a burgundy background, with VONA GROARKE written in the bottom corner in red font. On the top right there’s a pink book on a light blue background, titled “THE EDIBLE WOMAN BY MARGARET ATWOOD” in white font. Bottom left there is a book cover titled “THEY’RE GOING TO LOVE YOU” in green font, with BY MEG HOWERY in pink font below. Bottom right is a white book cover on a red background titled “THE COURSE OF LOVE BY ALAIN DE BOTTON” in black and blue cursive.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1-1200x800.png)
Books beyond Bobst: Heartbreaking tales of family, an untraditional romance and more
Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Anna Baird-Hassell, Eleanor Jacobs and Elena Portnoy
• March 11, 2024
![The entrance of N.Y.U’s Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, with glass windows, and plants on the street outside.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/arts-music-clive-davis-atlantic-records-1200x717.jpg)
Clive Davis launches collaboration with Atlantic Records
Students at the Clive Davis Institute have opportunities to connect with executives at Atlantic Records through workshops and listening sessions.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• March 7, 2024
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Review: ‘In Loving Memory’ explores the veteran experience through photography
NYU’s Gallatin Galleries is currently showcasing Brooklyn-based artist Khidr Joseph’s solo exhibition that highlights his grandfather’s experiences in the Vietnam War.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• February 15, 2024
![A teenage boy wearing leather armor over a t-shirt and jeans is standing on the edge of a cliff holding a shield. His back is facing the camera and there is a forest in the background.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/arts-tv-percy-jackson-review-1200x800.jpg)
Review: ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ is an ode to loyal fans
The long-awaited adaptation of a childhood classic seems to have matured with its enthusiasts, while making room for the appreciation of a larger audience — still, some question if it has matured too quickly.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• February 12, 2024
![People standing in front of a stage with theater decor. There are brown cardboard that have trees and tree branches on them surrounding the stage.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/arts-theater-ratcracker.jpeg)
Review: Rattlestick Theater holds first annual ‘Ratcracker’ fundraiser
Taking a comedic approach to a holiday classic, the theater reimagined “The Nutcracker” through the perspective of the ballet’s villain, the Rat King.
Eleanor Jacobs, Contributing Writer
• December 14, 2023
![A still from the animated TV show “Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.” A person with blue and purple hair and outfit runs towards a white door with a purple star on it. They are pulling a person with orange hair and a blue jacket.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/arts-tv-scott-pilgrim-review-1200x675.jpg)
Review: ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ actually cuts deeper than the movie
The newest leg of the beloved “Scott Pilgrim” franchise has recast its story in the form of an animated series, which succeeds both without and in spite of its titular protagonist.
Eleanor Jacobs, Contributing Writer
• December 11, 2023
![An illustration of a woman with dark hair kneeling on the ground. She is wearing brown and looking down. The background is blue.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/arts-music-dove-cameron-review.png)
Review: Dove Cameron’s ‘Alchemical: Volume 1’ and the relationship between love and change
The singer-songwriter’s newest endeavor releases her from her past Disney persona, and redefines her as an emerging artist.
Eleanor Jacobs, Contributing Writer
• December 8, 2023
![Two art prints hang on a white wall. They are both mustard yellow with the print on the right having the word “Adios”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/arts-ed-ruscha-1200x899.jpg)
Review: MoMA honors Ed Ruscha’s creative play on words
Created to commemorate six decades of artistic endeavors, “ED RUSCHA / NOW THEN” showcases the artist’s portfolio and impact within the pop art sphere.
Eleanor Jacobs, Contributing Writer
• December 1, 2023
![A woman with blond hair wearing a black shirt with her arms crossed across her chest. She has silver rings on her hands and is standing in front of a wall lit with blue lighting.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Herzog_DSC_9591-1200x798.jpg)
Every tiny thing: Chiara Collin-D’Augelli on balance and opportunity
From filming commercials to adorning concert venues, Tisch sophomore Chiara Collin-D’Augelli shares how experiences both in and out of the classroom have allowed her to flourish.
Eleanor Jacobs, Contributing Writer
• November 17, 2023
![A black-and-white photograph of three men walking down the street in front of a house.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/arts-greenday-review-1200x800.jpeg)
Review: Green Day’s reissue of ‘Dookie’ is equal parts dynamic and durable
The band’s 30th anniversary record is a three-and-a-half-hour testament to persistent feelings of turmoil that stand the test of time.
Eleanor Jacobs, Contributing Writer
• October 11, 2023
![Singer-songwriter and N.Y.U. student Val Olson, or Deadbeat Girl, sings on a concert stage lit up in blue alongside a bass player. Under the stage, audience members record her performance on their phones.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/feature-arts-deadbeatgirl-int-1200x900.jpg)
Deadbeat Girl speaks on artistic collaboration and current tour
Singer-songwriter and NYU student Val Olson has turned their background in music production and passion for lyricism into a budding career.
Eleanor Jacobs, Contributing Writer
• September 27, 2023
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Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • July 9, 2024
![Students stream past the clay-colored main entrance of Bobst Library on a bright fall afternoon. The green scenery of Washington Square Park is reflected off the library’s windows.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/news-sustainability-900x600.jpg)
Julia Smerling, Photo Editor • June 18, 2024
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Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • June 18, 2024
![A woman dressed in red and holding a purple sign that reads NYU is Complicit in Genocide.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RallyForHesen-3-1200x800.jpg)
Mikaylah Du, Under the Arch Editor • June 15, 2024