Rice Dance Theatre: Inside the Making of ‘Limitless’
Katelyn Landry | November 14, 2018
Earl Sweatshirt is an open book in ‘Some Rap Songs’
Sean McCormick | December 7, 2018
Earl Sweatshirt paints his pain. On his new album, the Los Angeles MC masterfully unveils his struggle with depression, addiction and anxiety; a cocktail of emotions that he vomits out in his introspective raps. These same issues led him to cancel a ... READ MORE >>
An unconventional study break: ktru’s second Cozy Show
Naomi Wentz | December 5, 2018
This Sunday, free hot chocolate, snacks and music filled Ray’s Courtyard as ktru hosted its second annual Cozy Show from 7 to 11 p.m. A group of veteran ktru concert attendees (mostly ktru board members) sprawled out on blankets in the middle of the ... READ MORE >>
‘I was looking for you’ illuminates Inferno Gallery
Christina Tan | November 28, 2018
Language of Art: Featuring Biochemistry and VADA senior Tejas Kumar
Sunny Liu | November 28, 2018
Ritmo 2018 Preview: Performances, art and food
Christina Tan | November 28, 2018
Anderson .Paak’s ‘Oxnard’: A downgrade from ‘Malibu’
Mason Reece | November 21, 2018
A complex, rich beat under the direction of Dr. Dre props up underwhelming and at times offensive lyrics on Anderson .Paak’s third solo album, “Oxnard.” Paak follows up his breakthrough album “Malibu” with a star-studded project boasting production ... READ MORE >>
Astroworld Festival cements Travis Scott’s rise to Houston legend status
Mario Destephen and Varun Kataria | November 20, 2018
“Who put this shit together? I’m the glue,” Travis Scott proclaimed on his emblematic hit “SICKO MODE.” His declaration displayed in full force at the monumental Travis-led hip-hop festival, the first annual AstroworldFest. Aptly named after ... READ MORE >>
‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald’: disjointed and disappointing
Michael VerMeulen | November 20, 2018
In 2016, the “Harry Potter” prequel film “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” was resoundingly profitable, so it only made sense when it was announced that four sequels were being greenlit. The second film in this new series, however, is ... READ MORE >>
ktru beyond the airwaves: “Sounds of Cinema” engages with Houston art community
Katelyn Landry | November 20, 2018
From grand orchestral scores to locally produced music videos, music plays an essential role in elevating movies into immersive artistic experiences. Vincent Capurso, ktru community DJ, aims to give local art, music and film lovers a heightened appreciation ... READ MORE >>
Dhamaka 2018: Spoken word, seniors and South Asian culture
Christina Tan | November 16, 2018
It’s rare to see strong Rice student turnout at events besides public parties (and attendance at those is also dubious), but cultural showcases like Dhamaka almost always guarantee a packed room. An annual event hosted by the South Asian Society, Dhamaka ... READ MORE >>
‘Yukon Breakfast’ offers a humane lens to ‘Frankenstein’
Moses Glickman | November 16, 2018
The play, produced by, directed by and starring Rice students, gained a full production after winning the Rice Players’ first-ever Playwriting Competition. (The Rice Players gave stage readings of two runner-ups, Kevin Mullin’s “Have You Seen My ... READ MORE >>
Patching the Past: Featuring VADA and English senior, Claudia Middleton
Sunny Liu | November 14, 2018
‘Outlaw King’: Clumsy but worthwhile
Michael VerMeulen | November 14, 2018
Although shows like “Game of Thrones” has seen a rise in popularity, medieval films have not followed suit. Production of such films is few and far between. Director David Mackenzie attempts to rectify this dearth of Middle Age epics with his new ... READ MORE >>
'Recognize My Sign' breathes new life into embroidery
Christina Tan | November 13, 2018
As a medium traditionally associated with the feminine, embroidery and its users have unfortunately remained in the background of mainstream contemporary art. Moufarrege belongs to a new wave of artists seeking to reclaim the skill through radical, bold ... READ MORE >>
How to pair your winter accessories
Amelia Calautti | November 11, 2018
Unpack your cozy sweaters, mittens, and hats because the weather is soon dropping to (gasp)... 55 degrees. However, piling on layers in these bitter times does not mean you have to sacrifice style. READ MORE >>
Will Rice to host Rocky Horror-style production of 'The Room'
Christina Tan | November 7, 2018
According to Grimme, the performance will be styled after “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” with the film projected onto the backdrop and actors mimicking it word for word, movement for movement. Grimme also said he intends for the show to be interactive, ... READ MORE >>
KTRU showcases local talent at Halloween show
Naomi Wentz | November 7, 2018
The peak of his performance was towards the end, when he brought up collaborator Danna Ghafir (Martel ‘18) and treated the crowd to a sultry performance between the two. READ MORE >>
Filipino Street Festival brings cultural performances, food to Rice Stadium
Lavina Kalwani | November 7, 2018
Truly experiencing the Filipino Street Festival came not just from seeing the performances, but tasting the food. Dishes included lechon (prepared by roasting an entire pig), adobo (chicken) and pancit (thin noodles). READ MORE >>
A guide to ramen around Houston
Christina Tan and Metinee Ding | November 7, 2018
Earl Sweatshirt is an open book in ‘Some Rap Songs’
Sean McCormick | December 7, 2018
Earl Sweatshirt paints his pain. On his new album, the Los Angeles MC masterfully unveils his struggle with depression, addiction and anxiety; a cocktail ... READ MORE >
An unconventional study break: ktru’s second Cozy Show
Naomi Wentz | December 5, 2018
This Sunday, free hot chocolate, snacks and music filled Ray’s Courtyard as ktru hosted its second annual Cozy Show from 7 to 11 p.m. A group of veteran ... READ MORE >
Language of Art: Featuring Biochemistry and VADA senior Tejas Kumar
Sunny Liu | November 28, 2018
Anderson .Paak’s ‘Oxnard’: A downgrade from ‘Malibu’
Mason Reece | November 21, 2018
A complex, rich beat under the direction of Dr. Dre props up underwhelming and at times offensive lyrics on Anderson .Paak’s third solo album, “Oxnard.” ... READ MORE >
Astroworld Festival cements Travis Scott’s rise to Houston legend status
Mario Destephen and Varun Kataria | November 20, 2018
“Who put this shit together? I’m the glue,” Travis Scott proclaimed on his emblematic hit “SICKO MODE.” His declaration displayed in full force ... READ MORE >
‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald’: disjointed and disappointing
Michael VerMeulen | November 20, 2018
In 2016, the “Harry Potter” prequel film “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” was resoundingly profitable, so it only made sense when it ... READ MORE >
ktru beyond the airwaves: “Sounds of Cinema” engages with Houston art community
Katelyn Landry | November 20, 2018
From grand orchestral scores to locally produced music videos, music plays an essential role in elevating movies into immersive artistic experiences. ... READ MORE >
Dhamaka 2018: Spoken word, seniors and South Asian culture
Christina Tan | November 16, 2018
It’s rare to see strong Rice student turnout at events besides public parties (and attendance at those is also dubious), but cultural showcases like ... READ MORE >
‘Yukon Breakfast’ offers a humane lens to ‘Frankenstein’
Moses Glickman | November 16, 2018
The play, produced by, directed by and starring Rice students, gained a full production after winning the Rice Players’ first-ever Playwriting Competition. ... READ MORE >
‘Outlaw King’: Clumsy but worthwhile
Michael VerMeulen | November 14, 2018
Although shows like “Game of Thrones” has seen a rise in popularity, medieval films have not followed suit. Production of such films is few and far ... READ MORE >
'Recognize My Sign' breathes new life into embroidery
Christina Tan | November 13, 2018
As a medium traditionally associated with the feminine, embroidery and its users have unfortunately remained in the background of mainstream contemporary ... READ MORE >
How to pair your winter accessories
Amelia Calautti | November 11, 2018
Unpack your cozy sweaters, mittens, and hats because the weather is soon dropping to (gasp)... 55 degrees. However, piling on layers in these bitter ... READ MORE >
Will Rice to host Rocky Horror-style production of 'The Room'
Christina Tan | November 7, 2018
According to Grimme, the performance will be styled after “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” with the film projected onto the backdrop and actors mimicking ... READ MORE >
KTRU showcases local talent at Halloween show
Naomi Wentz | November 7, 2018
The peak of his performance was towards the end, when he brought up collaborator Danna Ghafir (Martel ‘18) and treated the crowd to a sultry performance ... READ MORE >
Filipino Street Festival brings cultural performances, food to Rice Stadium
Lavina Kalwani | November 7, 2018
Truly experiencing the Filipino Street Festival came not just from seeing the performances, but tasting the food. Dishes included lechon (prepared by ... READ MORE >
