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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

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NYU community mourns alumnus Philip Seymour Hoffman

Clio McConnell and Ife Olujobi February 2, 2014
Oscar-winning actor and NYU graduate Philip Seymour Hoffman died unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 2.
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Broadway to get chilly with ‘Frozen’ stage adaptation

January 29, 2014
Disney has already confirmed that their latest animated movie is on the road to the Great White Way.
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On-campus theater programs offer diverse shows

January 26, 2014
Several exciting shows are coming to campus.
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Broadway cast sizes present creative, commercial options

December 21, 2013
While small casts have been the favored option in recent Broadway history, different cast sizes can produce both monetary and artistic benefits.
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ARTS ISSUE: ‘Phantom,’ ‘Rent’ show stark contrasts

December 5, 2013
"Phantom of the Opera" represents the gaudy, lavish qualities of a Broadway play while "Rent" symbolizes the edgy, minimalist production style.
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ARTS ISSUE: Stories adapt into magical musicals

December 5, 2013
Extravagance is not something new to the Broadway stage, but it has experienced a resurgence over the past few years. Productions like “Big Fish” and “Matilda” are replete with amazing sets, gorgeous costumes and incredible props.
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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.
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Four-actor production brings ‘Hamlet’ to profound success

December 3, 2013
Thanks to a unique staging and casting technique, the latest production of Shakespeare's drama delivers a fascinating experience.
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Puccini’s ‘Tosca’ plays at the Metropolitan Opera

November 26, 2013
Giacomo Puccini's “Tosca,” which is playing through Dec. 28 at the Metropolitan Opera, tells the tragic tale of true love.
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Performances prevent adaptation from falling short of script on ‘All That Fall’

November 19, 2013
"All That Fall" portrays Samuel Beckett's radio play on a stage.
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‘Patron Saint of Sea Monsters’ blesses audiences with laughter

November 19, 2013
“The Patron Saint of Sea Monsters” proves to be an outrageous show, but the play could use a grounding factor.
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‘Richard III,’ ‘Twelfth Night’ incorporate all-male cast to theatrical genius

November 19, 2013
A revisit of traditional Shakespearean casting produces incredible results in the latest productions of these two plays.