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Intro to Shoegaze: 5 bands to start with

Intro to Shoegaze: 5 bands to start with

Christian Arndt, Staff Reporter June 9, 2023

Need some excellent melodies with beautiful vocals? Shoegaze is your one-stop shop.  Shoegaze is a variation of rock music that combines loud, distorted guitars and instruments with nice soothing vocals....

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‘Beau Is Afraid’ leaves filmgoers afraid

Christian Arndt, Life and Culture Director May 25, 2023

"Beau Is Afraid" is a tour de force of haunting and supernatural events paired with a sick and twisted sense of humor. "Beau Is Afraid" was created by the brilliant mind of Ari Aster, who created "Hereditary"...

The Nancy Richardson Design center, completed and opened in only January of 2019, is a space to enhance design programs at Colorado State University.

CSU Fashion Show brings city style to the runway

Hania Nini, Staff Reporter May 4, 2023

The Department of Design and Merchandising Fashion Show at Colorado State University is just around the corner, and attendees are eagerly awaiting the showcase of student designers' collections. Elise...

CSU Theatre presents ‘Machinal’ debut

CSU Theatre presents ‘Machinal’ debut

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter April 20, 2023

The Colorado State University School of Music, Theatre and Dance is putting on "Machinal," a play by Sophie Treadwell, April 21-23 and 27-30 at the University Center for the Arts. Sophie Treadwell's...

Colorado State University Drag Show co-host Krisa Gonna performs her routine "Krisa Goes to Therapy" April 9.

‘Drag Through the Decades’ raises money for queer resources

Katherine Borsting, Staff Reporter April 12, 2023

Drag is a form of self-expression, and it gives those within the queer community a space to explore sexual identity and defy gender norms. The art of drag has been a huge topic of conversation in the news...

Hannah Bonnett as Elle Woods in "Legally Blonde the Musical."

‘Legally Blonde the Musical’ travels to Fort Collins

Sophia Masia, Staff Reporter March 23, 2023

Broadway’s legendary musical “Legally Blonde” made a stop in Fort Collins for three nights at The Lincoln Center. Many are familiar with the beloved 2001 movie "Legally Blonde" starring Reese...

3 Oscar-winning movies worth your time

3 Oscar-winning movies worth your time

Katherine Borsting, Staff Reporter March 22, 2023

Many people tune in annually to watch their favorite films compete at the Academy Awards. The glamorous evening is a hub for favored actors and is held in the filmmaking capital of the United States: Hollywood.  The...

Banff Film Festival exhibits the great outdoors through film

Banff Film Festival exhibits the great outdoors through film

Luke Wilson, Staff Reporter March 1, 2023

The lights started to dim on a sea of eager audience members as the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival began. The vibrant sounds and colors of meticulously-shot outdoor footage filled the room as the...

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Inconsistencies in ‘Cocaine Bear’ will not blow you away

Christian Ardnt, Staff Reporter February 28, 2023

This is a film about a bear ingesting cocaine. Yes, you read that right. Oh, and it's also loosely — emphasis on loosely — based on a true story. Elizabeth Banks directs the true story of a black...

CSU theater examines HIV/AIDS epidemic discrimination

CSU theater examines HIV/AIDS epidemic discrimination

Christian Arndt, Staff Reporter February 16, 2023

With HIV/AIDS awareness still lacking within our society, Colorado State University’s latest theater production of Larry Kramer’s "The Normal Heart" brings this issue to light in a very real tale...

Taylor Fest-goers dance at the Aggie Theatre in Old Town

Taylor Fest: A party for Swifties by Swifties

Katherine Borsting, Staff Reporter February 15, 2023

With over 79 million monthly listeners on Spotify, Taylor Swift is currently dominating the music industry. As she prepares for her upcoming “Eras Tour,” starting in March, some tickets are priced...

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‘Skinamarink’ brings darkest childhood fears to life

Christian Arndt, Staff Reporter February 7, 2023

Who knew the fear of the dark could create one of the most visceral and horrifying experiences in modern cinema? "Skinamarink" is quickly gaining a cult following within the horror community and for great...

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