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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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Review: ‘Wicked: For Good’ rejuvenates a divisive second act

The highly anticipated musical sequel eases on down the yellow brick road toward a hopeful ending.
Amelia Knust, Music Editor November 21, 2025

If you’ve ever left a production of the “Wicked” musical baffled at the drop in quality between its first and second act, you’re not alone. With fewer memorable songs and...

(Illustration by Min Ji Kim)

8 Broadway Shows to Rush Before the Year Is Over

A guide to what Broadway shows to rush for under $50 and where and how to do it.
Liv Rocklin, Contributing Writer May 8, 2019

When my parents came to visit me in April, they were horrified by the tall stack of Playbills on my desk, thinking I had dropped $100-$150 on each Broadway show. I quickly assured...

Students in the production of “Rags”. (Courtesy of NYU Steinhardt)

Steinhardt’s ‘Rags’: A Tale of Trump’s America, 100 Years Ago

Steinhardt presents the newest version of an emotionally stirring musical tale of Jewish immigrants in turn-of-the-century New York City.
Alex Cullina, Books & Theater Editor February 11, 2019

Immigrants seek a better life for their children in the United States Unsympathetic government officials attempt to separate a mother and her child. Xenophobic nativists demand...

(Photo by Katie Peurrung)

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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,...