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

Washington Square News

A new play, "Exposed," depicts the story of Duke University freshman Mirian Weeks, who paid for her tuition by making pornography.  Through a combination of sex scenes and extreme humiliation, the play stays true to the real story while maintaining strong themes of feminism.

Porn Pays Tuition at a Cost in “Exposed”

Annaluz Cabrera, Contributing Writer February 14, 2017
"Exposed" is a new play based on the true story of Mariam Weeks, the Duke University Freshman who took on a porn star persona to pay her college tuition.
Every Friday and Saturday at 85 E 4th St, a group of talented individuals in "Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind" take the stage in an attempt to perform 30 plays in 60 minutes.

Strap in for 30 Plays in 60 Minutes

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer February 17, 2016
"Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind" is a ever-changing showcase of 30 plays in 60 minutes.
Michael Le Poer Trench via lesmis.com

ARTS ISSUE: Musicals, plays form unique relationship with extravagance

December 5, 2013
There is an unfortunate misconception among rare and frequent theatergoers that musicals and plays have specific roles to perform.
NYU professor Julia Pascal's play now showing in London

NYU professor Julia Pascal’s play now showing in London

May 10, 2013
WSN sat down for a Q and A with NYU London's playwright Julia Pascal.