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

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Trip on This ‘Sweet Disaster’

Gilchrist Green, Music Editor February 27, 2017
DREAMERS, fronted by NYU alum Nick Wold, just released a new video for their song "Sweet Disaster." Hint — picture broken slushie machines, a lot of confetti, and psychedelia suggestive of some wild drugs (or dreams).
This past weekend’s Tisch Dance MFA 1 Concert, a program of original works both choreographed and performed by students, introduces many artistics and political themes, such as gender roles and domestic abuse. The first-year graduate MFA 1 students spent a semester choreographing the works.

Tisch Grads Collab for Evocative Dance

Ryan Mikel, Contributing Writer February 27, 2017
Tisch's MFA1 dance showcase this past weekend elevated dance from mere entertainment to a form of communication and education that only the most precise of artists can manage.
Students gathered around the ice sculpture in the atrium of Bobst while enjoying the annual Violet Ball.  The event took place on Saturday, February 26 as part of Violet 100's NYU Spirit Week.

Dancing Bobcats, Ice Sculptures and Champagne: Violet Ball 2017

Jemima McEvoy, News Editor February 27, 2017
In the culminating event of this year's Violet 100 week, the Violet Ball gave NYU just what it had hoped it would — the feeling of community and togetherness that the university is so often criticized for lacking.

Picture This — Looking Good

Kevin Hannon, Staff Writer February 24, 2017
Check out an exclusive video of up-and-coming Irish band Picture This performing in the WNYU studio, plus a full interview!
A new student-run group for people of color called NYU DEPT. is within the NYU Steinhardt Department of Art and Art Professions. The showcase, “A Call to Action and Solidarity,” is open until Mar. 3 at the Commons Gallery in the Barney Building.

A Call to Action and Solidarity for Steinhardt

Phyllis Lam, Contributing Writer February 24, 2017
DEPT. is taking matters of authorship and identity into their own hands, combatting racial prejudices within Steinhardt's Art and Art Professions Department and the fine arts world as a whole.
The comedy show “Crashing,” directed by Judd Apatow, premiered Sunday, Feb. 19 on HBO. It airs Sundays at 10:30 p.m.

“Crashing” Departs from the Typical Comedy

Anubhuti Kumar, Staff Writer February 24, 2017
In a refreshing break from political satire and tiring cynicism, Judd Apatow and Pete Holmes' new HBO series "Crashing" takes a silly, candid look at the trials and tribulations of a comedian.
“I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore” is a new film directed by Macon Blair in his directorial debut. It honors great directors of our generation, and is now available on Netflix.

“I Don’t Feel At Home” Makes a Name Among the Greats

Ali Hassan, Staff Writer February 24, 2017
In his directorial debut, Macon Blair fills the large shoes of his predecessors while taking steps that are uniquely his own in "I Don't Feel At Home In This World Anymore."
NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, which introduced the Performance Studies major last year. WSN sat down with  junior Jeremy Swanton to discuss the ins and outs of the program.

Theoretical Theater: New Major Debuts in Tisch

Faith Gates, Deputy Features Editor February 23, 2017
Tisch's new major doesn't just teach about performing, but also redefines and studies the act of performance.
The New York hailing country duo, The Grahams. The two returned to New York on Friday to play a set at Rockwood Music Hall.

The Grahams: Country’s New Yorker Face

Carter Shelter, Contributing Writer February 23, 2017
Managed by Steinhardt Senior Zach Daniels, The Grahams provide straightforward country music that makes their concerts a thrill.
Joe Charnitski performs in his one man show “Joe Charnitski’s Funeral,” as part of the 2017 FRIGID New York Festival.

NYU Alum Performs His Own Funeral

Sarah Jackson, Contributing Writer February 23, 2017
In his one man show "Funeral," NYU Alum Joe Charnitski reflects on life through the eulogies he's delivered for his father and grandfather.
Stern freshman, Mohan Maholtra, is competing on the “Jeopardy! College Championship.”

NYU Student in the Running to Win $100,000 Jeopardy Prize

Ryan Mikel, Contributing Writer February 23, 2017
Stern freshman Mohan Maholtra talks competing on "Jeopardy! College Championship," his love for history and how he prepared for the game show.
Follow @washingtonsquarenews on Spotify for a new playlist every week.  This week's playlist consists of music from Oscar nominated films, such as "Moonlight" and "La La Land."

What We’re Listening To: Oscar Soundtrack Bests

Gilchrist Green, Music Editor February 22, 2017
Prepare yourself for the emotional roller coaster that's sure to be this year's Academy Awards ceremony with our staff's picks for the best soundtrack songs from Oscar-nominated films!