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

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“Amelie” the musical adapted from the 2001 film recently reopened at the Criterion Theater in the West End after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For some, the musical falls short of capturing the essence of the beloved film. (Photo by Saige Gipson)

Review: Latest ‘Amélie’ musical fails to live up to the film

The West End musical adaptation falls short of capturing the original film’s charm and emotion.
Saige Gipson, Staff Writer October 18, 2021

LONDON — The most recent attempt at a musical-theater adaptation of the 2001 film “Amélie” disappoints. Jean-Pierre Jeunet’s romantic comedy depicted a French woman who,...

From left, Ray Fanara, one of two actors playing Poseidon, Gabriella Kessler, playing Athena, and Wes Braver, writer and member of the band, prepare for their performance. (Photo by Mark T Evans)

Behind the Script of Tisch’s ‘Medusa’

“Medusa” contributes to a long overdue conversation about the intersection of race and assault against women in an empowering, accessible way.
Aashna Agarwal, Staff Writer April 7, 2019

“Medusa,” a new musical presented by Tisch Drama’s New Studio on Broadway, sheds light on how long humans have been grappling with assault at the hands of men in power. Based...

(Photo by Katie Peurrung)

Eric Gelb | Almost Famous

Pamela Jew, Under the Arch Managing Editor December 6, 2018

How do you become popular at NYU? High school is over and there’s no homecoming to solidify your place in the social hierarchy. At a university with over 25,000 undergraduates,...