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‘Wonka’ brings nostalgia through bright, whimsical musical

Sananda Chandy, Staff Reporter January 22, 2024

The prequel to the well-known classic "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "Wonka" arrived in theaters this past December and is a sentimental film that tells the origin story of Willy Wonka ambitiously...

‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ captivates original fans, lures in new ones

Caden Proulx, Print Editor January 15, 2024

The Hunger Games prequel "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" hit theaters in November and has showcased not only a new generation of actors but a new brutality of the games. Tom Blyth and Rachel Zegler...

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Sofia Coppola reveals harsh reality of Presleys in ‘Priscilla’

Hailee Stegall, Staff Reporter December 4, 2023

Sofia Coppola’s newest flick, starring Cailee Spaeny as Priscilla Presley and Jacob Elordi as Elvis Presley, eloquently retells Priscilla's 1985 memoir, "Elvis and Me," in a way that is as jarring as...

MaveRick Smith and YungRaccoon pose in the R Bar and Lounge in Fort Collins Nov. 13.

Local drag performers navigate stereotypes

Alex Hasenkamp, Arts and Entertainment Editor November 29, 2023

The reflection of disco balls and shimmering pride flags fill an intimate room with sparkle and joy. R Bar and Lounge, located at 107 E. Laurel St., is a safe space for many LGBTQIA+ identifying FoCo...

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‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ movie is a flat-out letdown

Christian Arndt, Life and Culture Director November 15, 2023

A predominant name in horror game history, “Five Nights at Freddy's” has broken the barrier of video games and has now made its way to the silver screen. You will be surprised if you go into the...

Marcy Park, played by Ruby Duka, commands the stage Nov. 3. Put on by Colorado State University Theatre, "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" was directed by Noah Racey.

CSU Theatre puts on ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’

Aubree Miller, Staff Reporter November 8, 2023

Colorado State University’s theme for the 2023-24 school year is democracy. This shows up in numerous places and events across campus, but an unexpected appearance is in CSU Theater, with their production...

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‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ draws attention 1st weekend in theaters

Hailee Stegall, Staff Reporter October 31, 2023

Martin Scorsese’s latest flick "Killers of the Flower Moon," starring Lily Gladstone and Leonardo DiCaprio, has been making headlines since its release Friday, Oct. 20. The film was Scorsese’s third...

Miss Jewdy, Bang Bang von Loola, Krista Gonna, and Little Sarah Tonin stand together after their show at the Lyric.

More than a performance: The Lyric hosts Halloween drag

Katherine Borsting, Staff Reporter October 26, 2023

With the month of October comes the holiday of Halloween. Those who celebrate may use the evening to dress up and act as a different person, expressing themselves however they see fit.  The Lyric in...

Students' favorite horror movies to watch this Halloween

Students’ favorite horror movies to watch this Halloween

Hannah Parcells, Staff Reporter October 23, 2023

From costume parties to haunted houses, there’s no shortage of things to do in honor of Halloween. But the tradition of watching horror movies is one that has stood the test of time. Halloween and...

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‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ concert film brings live experience to theaters

Allie Seibel, Editor in Chief October 17, 2023

Taylor Swift's groundbreaking Eras Tour has been touring North America and international stadiums since March. Now, Swift has brought to theaters the concert that has broken countless records and caused...

Wayan Billondana, lead bassist for Psychedelic Porn Crumpets, brings the soul to Aggie Theatre during their sold-out Tuesday show Oct. 10.

Psychedelic Porn Crumpets call FoCo concert top-5 performance

Ruby Secrest, Staff Reporter October 12, 2023

Psychedelic Porn Crumpets performed at Aggie Theatre Oct. 10, leaving their crowd with sweat-drenched shirts, sore necks and an awakened haze of complete tranquility.  “The live energy — it...

Colorado State University students watch the fireworks set off to celebrate the start of Homecoming Weekend Oct. 8 (Avery Coates | The Collegian)

Your guide to Homecoming & Family Weekend festivities

Hania Nini, Staff Reporter October 9, 2023

Colorado State University is once again gearing up for its anticipated Homecoming and Family Weekend, which will take place Oct. 12-14. Many events and activities will be available for CSU students,...

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