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Joseph Gorden Levitt stars in Oliver Stone’s new feature film “Snowden” based on the story of Edward Snowden, former employee of the CIA.

‘Snowden’ Sparks Privacy Debate

Bradley Alsop, Staff Writer September 19, 2016
In the new biopic about Edward Snowden, director Oliver Stone leads a chilling inquiry into the concept of privacy in America.
17-year-old singer-songwriter Billie Marten recently debuted with “Writing of Blues and Yellows,” an album focused heavily on her connection to home.

Billie Marten: A Rising North Star

Kevin Hannon, Contributing Writer September 19, 2016
English musician Billie Marten's debut album "Writing of Blues and Yellows" brings a powerfully understated work into the public eye after she was nominated for BBC's prestigious "Sound Of..." poll.
Miss Stevens tells the story of a class field trip that is both awkward and authentic.

‘Miss Stevens’ Succeeds with Awkward Comedy and Stellar Performances

Tye Musante, Contributing Writer September 16, 2016
Julia Stevens' film "Miss Stevens" hits theaters tomorrow to bring audiences a quirky, silly tale of a drama teacher bringing her students on a field trip.
New York City parks are alive with performers of all kind, from musicians and acrobats in Washington Square Park, to the creepy characters of Times Square.

Staff Recs: Favorite Street Performances

September 15, 2016
In this week's staff recommendations, WSN names their favorite instances of street performing that they've seen in and of the city.
Southwest of Salem is a provocative documentary addresses violence and the LGBTQ community in the mid-1990's.

‘Southwest of Salem’ Documents Prejudice in the Courtroom

Tye Musante, Contributing Writer September 14, 2016
Director Deborah S. Esquenazi's newest documentary "Southwest of Salem" follows the metaphorical witch hunt of the San Antonio Four, the four women who were wrongfully convicted of gang rape back in Texas in 2014.
To express biology and philosophy, Mediodia used splatters and splashes of acrylics and inks.

Ieva Mediodia, ‘Emergent Behavior’ Creator, Paints Life’s Questions

Lucy Lu Cao and Sara Miranda, Contributing Writers September 14, 2016

Among the pungent scent of wine and small talk, people from all walks of life gathered together last Friday to discuss, contemplate, celebrate and marvel at the works of art of...

Matt Cooper's "Is That a Gun in Your Pocket?" will be released in theaters on Friday, September 16.

Satire Aims Its Sights at Politics, Gender and Guns

Katherine Armstrong, Contributing Writer September 13, 2016
Matt Cooper's new film "Is That A Gun In Your Pocket?..." brings comedy to its knees in a standoff of men, women, and guns rights activists.
On Saturday, Amanda Xeller performed her solo sketch comedy show "Pegasus"

“Pegasus” Brings Humor in Strange Skits

Lily Dolin, Staff Writer September 13, 2016
Amanda Xeller's stand-up comedy show "Pegasus" finds its hit-and-miss humor in her strangely unique skits.
The Strand Bookstore (via Facebook)

The Magic of Young Adult Publishing

Khrysgiana N. Pineda, Contributing Writer September 12, 2016
The Strand Bookstore held a panel for young adult & children's writers, offering tips and tricks from a panel of distinguished authors.
“I am only in control of vegetables” is a Steinhardt student art gallery on display through September 24.

Steinhardt Trio’s Exhibit Pokes Fun at Control

Carter Glace, Staff Writer September 12, 2016
NYU Steinhardt students Lilli Bitucci ‘14, Audrey Tseng ‘15 and Olivia Chou ‘14 opened their exhibit "I am only in control of vegetables," a never-too-serious take on nihilism, this past week.
The NYU Creative Writing Program’s Poet-in-Residence Terrance Hayes was featured at a poetry reading at the Lillian Vernon Creative Writers House.

Terrance Hayes Opens Fall Reading Series

Arimeta Diop, Contributing Writer September 12, 2016
Distinguished Poet-in-Residence Terrance Hayes enraptured audience at his poetry reading this past week at Lillian Vernon Creative Writers House.
On September 7, artists D.R.A.M., Kamaiyah, and Kelela performed at NYU’s annual Mystery Concert at Poisson Rouge.

D.R.A.M. Stuns at Mystery Concert

Natalie Whalen, Contributing Writer September 12, 2016
The Program Board's annual Mystery Concert, a Welcome Week staple, seriously stunned with its hip-hop lineup of Kamaiyah, D.R.A.M., and Kelela.