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Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

A still image from the film “Stop Making Sense” with lead vocalist David Byrne singing on stage and pointing a microphone to the camera.

Review: ‘Stop Making Sense’ immortalizes a band in its prime

A24's restoration of the concert film featuring Talking Heads cements the legendary band's legacy as a pioneer of New Wave music.
Stephanie Wong, Arts Editor September 22, 2023

In 1984, director Jonathan Demme first released his concert film “Stop Making Sense” featuring the seminal ’80s New Wave band Talking Heads. In 2023, many still consider...

Theater of Cruelty Assaults Its Audience

Theater of Cruelty Assaults Its Audience

Emily Fagel, Theater and Books Editor April 4, 2018
Antonin Artaud's ideas about "Theater of Cruelty" have provided the foundation for modern political theater pieces.
The Power of Political Theater

The Power of Political Theater

Matt Markowski, Contributing Writer October 4, 2017
A relationship between art and politics; how art shapes the world.

1984 on Broadway provides a theatrical experience like nothing else. The play is shocking and uncomfortable, but also timely and necessary.

Big Brother on Broadway

Emma Hernando, Contributing Writer September 18, 2017
The play adaptation of George Orwell's classic "1984" is nothing less than what you'd expect: harrowing and absolutely relevant.
Def Jam celebrates 30th anniversary

Def Jam celebrates 30th anniversary

Sean McCready, Contributing Writer October 21, 2014
Rick Rubin founded Def Jam Records in his Weinstein dorm room 30 years ago.