February 9, 2007

A ‘Wicked’ time on Broadway


With $15 and my Rider I.D. in my back pocket I headed to the Bart Luedeke Center. Tickets for the hit Broadway musical Wicked were to go on sale at 11 a.m. At 10:45 a.m. the line was 23 students deep, and I sighed with relief that I had arrived early. .... MORE

In a scene from Wicked, Elphaba makes one of her magical appearances. Students recently had a chance to see the show for $15 on a trip sponsored by SEC.

CIS takes care of show business

It has been an interesting year for singer-songwriter Lisa Bouchelle.
The Pennsylvania native, self-described as “Sheryl Crow with a little more intensity,” has performed with the likes of Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi (“the Jersey scene has been so good to me,” she admitted), has appeared in trendy clubs throughout Philadelphia and will be releasing her first album later this year. ..... MORE

The Shins rise above their indie rock roots

Rock ’n’ roll is evolving into an art form through which new bands can make a name for themselves, largely thanks to the acceptance of what they call indie rockers. The Shins are no exception with the release of their new album, Wincing the Night Away. ... MORE

 

‘Children of Men’ offers world of change for mainstream films

The phrase “children of men” has two different meanings. It may need to be analyzed, but that’s exactly what this film does. Children of Men makes viewers question their very own world. This is largely because it takes place in the not-too-far-off future. The setting really hits home and gives the film a realistic feel. In the world of 2027, terrorism has made England the only country safe enough to live in without widespread chaos. ... MORE