All content by Madeline Kane
![Reg Rogers in a suit with a blue tie, Katie Rose Clarke in a pink long coat with her arms outstretched, Jonathan Groff in a black suit with a black tie, Daniel Radcliffe in a brown suit and sweater and Lindsay Mendez wearing a white coat with a multi-colored striped dress standing on a stage.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/arts-performing-merrily-review-1200x801.jpg)
Review: 42 years later, ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ finally gets a lengthy run on Broadway
After extensive re-writes and several notable productions, Stephen Sondheim’s greatest short-running flop is now on Broadway.
Madeline Kane, Contributing Writer
• December 12, 2023
![A small film crew stands in a cathedral with camera equipment, filming a woman in a long blue dress. A woman in a long blue dress. Behind the film crew, two people sit with cellos, and larger group of people are seated like an audience.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/arts-maestro-review-1200x865.jpg)
Review: ‘Maestro’ is a grand celebration of an American icon
Bradley Cooper’s sophomore directorial effort sees the star almost unrecognizable as Leonard Bernstein, exploring his tumultuous relationship.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• December 4, 2023
![A man with brown hair wearing a white shirt leans on a woman with blonde hair wearing a beige shirt](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/arts-film-foe-review-1200x566.jpg)
Review: ‘Foe’ — despite its potential, it’s a big disappointment
Out in theaters now, the movie follows a couple’s relationship being tested when a proposal is brought to them.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• October 25, 2023
![Still from the film “Carmen.” Actress Melissa Barrera as Carmen in a black dress with bedazzled red accents. Actor Paul Mescal as Aiden wearing a tan t-shirt.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/arts-film-carmen-review-900x538.jpg)
Review: ‘Carmen’ modernizes the iconic opera
In his directorial debut, renowned choreographer Benjamin Millepied created a dreamlike yet unsteady presentation of song, dance and word.
Madeline Kane, Contributing Writer
• April 24, 2023
![A photograph of Director Benjamin Millepied in a gray t-shirt, against a blurred background of various buildings against the sky.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/arts-film-benjamin-millepied-interview-900x575.jpg)
Q&A: Benjamin Millepied on bringing a classic love story into the 21st century
The French choreographer spoke with WSN to talk about his love of the original “Carmen” opera, his directorial debut in its new film adaptation and what he hopes audiences will take away from his interpretation.
Madeline Kane, Contributing Writer
• April 24, 2023
![An illustration of Princess Peach, with a pink dress, blonde hair and a crown, eating popcorn in front of a purple, orange, blue and navy background. She is holding a gloved hand up to her face.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/arts-super-mario-bros-emily-900x675.png)
Review: ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ is a fun spectacle — no more, no less
Based on the iconic Nintendo games series, the film is visually entertaining, but narratively lacking.
Madeline Kane, Contributing Writer
• April 19, 2023
![A family — including a mother with a blonde bob haircut who is wearing a white shirt and a black dress, a son, and a father wearing a gray, plaid three-piece suit — watches a movie in the theater.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arts-fablemans-900x600.jpg)
Review: ‘The Fabelmans’ is Spielberg at his most vulnerable
In a career notable for poignant moments, legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg gets more personal than ever in this Oscar-nominated, semi-autobiographical tale.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• March 8, 2023
![In a dimly lit bar, Russian political dissident Alexei Navalny looks into the camera, wearing a dark blue fleece and a light blue buttoned shirt.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/arts-navalny-900x533.jpg)
Review: ‘Navalny’ is a profound portrait of the Russian activist
Nominated for an Oscar and now streaming on HBO Max, “Navalny” portrays a man who became the face of a movement.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• March 3, 2023
![A movie still featuring a close-up profile of a woman looking to her left, with a sliver of sunlight hitting her face. She stands outdoors with a fence in the background.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/arts-film-nanny-e1669791770158-900x568.webp)
Review: ‘Nanny’ offers a refreshing take on the worker-immigrant experience
Winner of the Sundance Grand Jury Prize, NYU alum Nikyatu Jusu’s debut feature takes a new approach to portraying the immigrant experience. The film is playing in select theaters and will be made available for streaming on Amazon Prime starting on Dec. 16.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• November 30, 2022
![The cover of the book “I’m Glad My Mom Died” is centered in frame. Pink text against a light yellow background reads “I’m Glad My Mom Died.” The author’s name, “Jennette McCurdy,” is pink and outlined in black. At the center of the cover is a portrait of actor Jennette McCurdy, whose hair is tied up into a ponytail. She wears a pink dress and holds a pink urn against a pink background.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/arts-mccurdy-900x600.jpg)
Review: ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’ offers a new take on memoirs
“iCarly” comedian Jennette McCurdy lays everything bare in her debut novel.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• November 4, 2022
![A full crowd of people sit at a movie theater. The screen shows Marilyn Monroe, dressed in a fuschia gown and gloves, gesturing in front of a line of people laying down.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/arts-blonde-1-900x671.jpg)
Review: With ‘Blonde,’ Hollywood continues to punish Marilyn Monroe
We should leave Marilyn Monroe alone and finally look at her life in the way she herself lived it.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• October 14, 2022
![A colorful eyeball-looking art installation sits in the middle of a gallery surrounded by color patterned drapes.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/arts-tura-olivera-900x600.jpg)
Review: ‘What A Glory to Be So Euphoric and Weak’ is simply executed but deeply meaningful
A small exhibit featuring colorful creations envelops La MaMa Galleria with layered textiles, chaotic patterns and organic introspection.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• October 12, 2022
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Amanda Chen, Deputy News Editor • February 14, 2025
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Aditte Parasher, Contributing Writer • February 14, 2025
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Amanda Chen, Deputy News Editor • February 14, 2025
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Sawyer Gouw Ranzetta, Staff Writer • February 14, 2025