Extravagance: Books and Theater December 5, 2013 WSN arts staff examine trends in the books and theater shows that showed a noticeable flair for extravagance this year.
Arts Issue 2013: Extravagance December 5, 2013 The WSN arts staff explores the growing theme of extravagance in film, T.V., books, theatre and music.
ARTS ISSUE: Luhrmann’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ glorifies gaudy, grandiose December 5, 2013 With the director's indulgent nature, the "Gatsby" film adaptation proves to be one of the most extravagant movies of the year.
ARTS ISSUE: Creators make ‘Sleepy Hollow’ laughable, annoying Clio McConnell • December 5, 2013 The absurd number of ideas that are thrown together in "Sleepy Hollow" combine for a show that exasperates rather than entertains.
ARTS ISSUE: ‘This is the End’ takes outrageous comedy to profound levels December 5, 2013 From arguments about masturbation to a severed head kicked around like a soccer ball, “This Is the End” certainly has high shock value.
ARTS ISSUE: Stans take dedication to extreme heights online, in real life December 5, 2013 Stans, the moniker for stalkers and fans, are beginning to attract negative attention for their vehement adoration of musicians.
ARTS ISSUE: ‘Glee’s’ excess falls flat with age December 5, 2013 While "Glee's" extravagance worked in its earlier years, it now feels out of place in light of recent events.
ARTS ISSUE: ‘Rush’ brings profundity with impressive visuals December 5, 2013 Although most films are described as extravagant when they include bright, eye-popping visuals, Ron Howard’s “Rush” presents a different kind of excess.
ARTS ISSUE: Musicians adorn themselves with art history Alex Greenberger, Film Editor • December 5, 2013 Art history has become a prominent feature of musicians' images.
