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Arts and Entertainment

A&E 3/19/19 9:05pm

Storytelling flaws bring down ‘Captain Marvel’’s charm

By Michael VerMeulen

Now the most monetarily successful movie franchise of all time, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has turned characters once known only to hardcore comic book fans into silver screen icons popular all over the world.

A&E 3/5/19 11:28pm

When I Get Home: A masterful, artistic ode to Houston

By Christina Tan

Contemporary rhythm and blues artist Solange Knowles incorporates live album experiences, challenging the notion that music is a medium made only for passive listening.

A&E 3/5/19 10:16pm

To the Beat: Featuring senior percussionist and math major Sophia Zorek

By Sunny Liu

In the percussion practice room at Shepherd, Sophia Zorek taps out a few notes on the marimba, its tones resonating from the wooden bars in soft, precise patterns. Zorek says she immediately fell in love with percussion in middle school.

A&E 3/5/19 10:15pm

CAMH Presents ‘Shapeshifters’: Art imbued with teen spirit

By Katelyn Landry

In a generation where digital interconnectedness is religion and where the Parkland tragedy is reality, versatility of mind, body and heart is less of a skill to put on your resume and more of a superpower.

A&E 3/5/19 10:14pm

Sally Mann depicts intimate and haunting portraits of southern life in ‘A Thousand Crossings’

By Naomi Wentz

Southern life and traditions are important to the many residents of the lower U.S., but the rich experiences that are cultivated in that region often conflict with its tragic history.

A&E 3/5/19 10:13pm

Weezer’s ‘Black Album’ takes a darker turn with new sounds

By James Karroum

Weezer is officially “back in black;” Weezer (Black Album) is the rock band’s long-awaited 13th studio album and sixth eponymous, color-coded album.

A&E 3/1/19 12:08am

‘Harverd Dropout’ disappoints with obnoxious dissonance

By Johnny Wang

Between the hyper-synthetic style of his production and saturated doses of immaturity, tracks on Harverd Dropout adopt a Fun Dip-like quality, far too sugary and overcolored for consumption. The Ronny J-produced “Vroom Vroom Vroom” is nearly two minutes’ worth of car sound effects.

A&E 2/26/19 9:39pm

Comedian and alum Matthew Broussard returns

By Jake Reinhart

Comedian Matthew Broussard (Jones ’10) had his homecoming in front of a packed house in the Wiess commons Thursday night. Raised in Georgia, Broussard spent most of his time at Rice focusing on his computational and applied mathematics major and filling in electives with mechanical engineering courses.

A&E 2/26/19 9:37pm

South by Southwest 2019: Films to get excited for

By Ryan Lee

The Academy Awards have just ended, the dust has settled and we can look back at our Oscars betting pool and yell about how our favorite picks got snubbed, a popular game that many film fanatics play.

A&E 2/26/19 9:36pm

South by Southwest 2019: Key panelists, artists

By Lavina Kalwani

South by Southwest 2019 promises to showcase diverse art exhibitions, insightful panels, evocative films and great music. The multifaceted festival will take place in Austin from Friday, March 8 to Sunday, March 17.

A&E 2/26/19 9:33pm

Rodeo Houston 2019: Who to see, what to eat

By Christina Tan

Fried bacon-wrapped cinnamon rolls, “minnepumpkin” pie, a $2.17 million prize pool — who says Texans don’t have culture? It’s time to put on newly-bought cowboy boots and sweat in jeans because the Houston Rodeo is in town.

A&E 2/23/19 4:04pm

‘Picasso at the Lapin Agile:’ a fictional dialogue between Picasso and Einstein

By Moses Glickman

In 1904, before the dawn of their fame, Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein meet in a crowded Paris bar and start arguing. Thus begins Picasso at the Lapin Agile, an absurdist comedy being put on by the Rice Theatre Department.

A&E 2/19/19 10:02pm

Oscars 2019: Predictions for Best Picture, Best Actor and other categories

By Michael VerMeulen

Known as the biggest night in showbiz, the Oscars are an important way for the film industry to celebrate the best work it has to offer.

A&E 2/19/19 9:53pm

Vagina Monologues to take a critical approach

By Christina Tan

“We want you to question us.” The second paragraph of this year’s Vagina Monologues program begins with this bold statement, reflecting a sentiment of critical reflection carried throughout the show.

A&E 2/19/19 9:51pm

New Perceptions: Featuring senior double bass player, Peter Hatch

By Sunny Liu

Peter Hatch’s passion for music feels something like fate. Hatch’s parents, who met in a music store, both sing. His mom plays piano and his dad guitar.

A&E 2/19/19 9:47pm

Rainbow Kitten Surprise spreads love on North American tour

By Sunny Liu

I discovered alternative rock band Rainbow Kitten Surprise on accident — a friend queued a few songs on my phone, and the song “First Class” started playing while I was at work.

A&E 2/19/19 9:46pm

The last installment of ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ captivates through visuals but falters in plot

By Michael VerMeulen

Dreamworks Animation had a lot of expectations to live up to with the third and final installment in the How to Train Your Dragon series, arguably the most critically acclaimed narrative in their history.

A&E 2/13/19 12:34am

Beirut’s ‘Gallipoli’ disappoints with pastel, unsubstantial tracks

By Max Lin

Indie folk band Beirut has returned after a four year hiatus with “Gallipoli,” a 12-track album.

A&E 2/12/19 9:36pm

Carnegie Medal-winning author Kiese Laymon visits Rice, discusses memoir

By Katelyn Landry

Kiese Laymon admits that he wanted to write a lie. A lie that would have fit neatly into the category of “American memoir.”

A&E 2/12/19 9:32pm

‘Thank u, next’ doesn’t hold back

By Sydney Garrett

Ariana Grande dropped her fifth and newest studio album, “thank u, next,” last Friday. With this release, Grande has found her “next,” and it’s not all rainbows and butterflies. It is, however, delicious pop music with memorable, emotional hooks.

Arts and Entertainment

Storytelling flaws bring down ‘Captain Marvel’’s charm

When I Get Home: A masterful, artistic ode to Houston

To the Beat: Featuring senior percussionist and math major Sophia Zorek

CAMH Presents ‘Shapeshifters’: Art imbued with teen spirit

Sally Mann depicts intimate and haunting portraits of southern life in ‘A Thousand Crossings’

Weezer’s ‘Black Album’ takes a darker turn with new sounds

‘Harverd Dropout’ disappoints with obnoxious dissonance

Comedian and alum Matthew Broussard returns

South by Southwest 2019: Films to get excited for

South by Southwest 2019: Key panelists, artists

Rodeo Houston 2019: Who to see, what to eat

‘Picasso at the Lapin Agile:’ a fictional dialogue between Picasso and Einstein

Oscars 2019: Predictions for Best Picture, Best Actor and other categories

Vagina Monologues to take a critical approach

New Perceptions: Featuring senior double bass player, Peter Hatch

Rainbow Kitten Surprise spreads love on North American tour

The last installment of ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ captivates through visuals but falters in plot

Beirut’s ‘Gallipoli’ disappoints with pastel, unsubstantial tracks

Carnegie Medal-winning author Kiese Laymon visits Rice, discusses memoir

‘Thank u, next’ doesn’t hold back

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