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

Washington Square News

SNL Structure Needs Update

SNL Structure Needs Update

Allison De La Bastida, Contributing Writer October 11, 2017
But one sketch, of one impersonation, from a non-cast member cannot be the sole reason of SNL. If it wants to keep on more than surviving on TV it’s due for some structural change, and fast before Baldwin gives up the Trump gig.
Top 10 SNL Political Sketches

Top 10 SNL Political Sketches

Lily Dolin, Staff Writer October 5, 2017
Staff Writer Lily Dolin shares her personal Top 10 political sketches from "Saturday Night Live."
The studio of the Late Show with Stephen Colbert is located at the Ed Sullivan Theater on Broadway.

Tapping in on TV Tapings

Pamela Jew, Staff Writer February 14, 2017
Late nights and lines are the name of the game when it comes to television tapings. Here are some tips and experiences from NYU students.
Quick, Do This Before Graduating!

Quick, Do This Before Graduating!

Camille Larkins, Staff Writer April 25, 2016
Read about all the classic NYU things you should do before you leave campus for good.
NYU Dream Team protester holds a sign at 30 Rockefeller Center in retaliation to Donald Trump’s appearance on Saturday Night Live.

Trump SNL gets more protesters than laughs

Jordan Reynolds, Staff Writer November 9, 2015
Donald Trump was an awkward, misogynistic and racist host on "Saturday Night Live."
“Saturday Night Live: The Exhibition” runs through January 2016 at Premiere Exhibitions at 417 Fifth Ave and features memorabilia from the show.

This place has everything: SNL memorabilia, history and Stefon

Lily Dolin, Staff Writer October 29, 2015
Walk through a week of production at SNL, sit on Wayne's couch and stand on the legendary Studio 8H stage at "SNL: The Exhibition."
Staff Recommendations: SNL skits

Staff Recommendations: SNL skits

SNL celebrates 41 seasons of late-night sketches, cold openings and Weekend Updates. Reminisce the many generations of actors with these sketch picks from the WSN staff.
Dismissive responses to catcalling problematic

Dismissive responses to catcalling problematic

Annie Cohen, Staff Columnist November 10, 2014
Street harassment does not exist in a vacuum and to effectively address it, discussions cannot have dismissive tones.
Alumnus reflects after “Portlandia” success

Alumnus reflects after “Portlandia” success

Ife Olujobi, Entertainment Editor August 24, 2014
Jonathan Krisel, an alumnus from the Tisch School of the Arts, Class of 2000, is nominated for two Emmys.
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Arts Issue: ‘Saturday Night Live’ writers outshine hosts

April 10, 2014
TV viewers may be watching for their favorite celebrities, but the real laughs come from the writing.
Heidi Gutman/ABC/Getty

‘SNL’ faces sweeping changes

February 6, 2014
"Saturday Night Live" faces some cast changes this season, including Seth Meyers' departure and new cast member Sasheer Zamata.
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Buzz builds for Sundance selections

February 2, 2014
This year's Sundance Film Festival features A-list actors and new films from familiar directors.