Reviews

Taste of Wisconsin Top 10

After a headache and some Advil, I have compiled a list of my top 10 favorite vendors at the University of Wisconsin – Steven Point’s Taste of Wisconsin Event. Held on March 1st, 2019 in the Laird Room, Taste of Wisconsin gave local bakeries, restaurants, shops, breweries, and wineries a chance to display their products. With 32 vendors to choose ... Read More »

Review: Solange’s “When I Get Home” is a Serene Love Letter to Houston

Ushering us from the end of Black History Month into Women’s History Month, Solange Knowles released her highly-anticipated fourth album, “When I Get Home,” on March 1. “When I Get Home” feels like a tour of an art exhibit; a constant, flowing walk-through of compositions, anchored by her intimate portrayals of identity, roots, and the power of dreams. The album’s ... Read More »

Review: Fringe Festival 2019 Exhibits Creative Student Works

The annual Fringe Festival premiered on February 22 and 23 in the Studio Theatre of the Noel Fine Arts Center. Helmed by the UW-Stevens Point Players Student Artistic Alliance, this year’s edition of Fringe probed the concept of the “death of innocence.” The production featured nine eclectic pieces; a mix of student-written, directed, choreographed, and performed work that showcased the ... Read More »

Review: “Velvet Buzzsaw” is Too Clever for its Own Good

“Critique is so limiting and emotionally draining,” cheekily quips a bespectacled Jake Gyllenhaal studying an unseen piece of art. The film “Velvet Buzzsaw” was released on Netflix and select theaters on Feb. 1; it’s almost as if director Dan Gilroy is baiting audiences to unjustly criticize his uncannily on-the-nose satire of the art world. Although Gilroy’s film is indeed intelligent, ... Read More »

Review: Mariah Carey’s ‘Caution’ is a Redemptive R&B Groove

Mariah Carey, a diva of extraordinary proportions, has never been shy of controversy. Aside from her powerhouse vocals, Carey has been recognizable for her hilariously shady antics. From the iconic meme “I don’t know her,” in reference to Jennifer Lopez, to when she told MTV that she hadn’t paid attention to Madonna since she was popular when Mariah was in ... Read More »

Review: ‘Heathers: The Musical’ Shows Teenage Angst With A Body Count

The UWSP Department of Theatre and Dance’s production of “Heathers: The Musical” opened Nov. 9 in Jenkins Theatre. How very! “Heathers: The Musical” is a black comedy rock musical based on the 1988 cult classic written by Daniel Waters. The book, music, and lyrics are written by Laurence O’Keefe and Kevin Murphy. This production was directed by Assistant Professor and ... Read More »

‘American Horror Story’: Every Season Ranked for Your Spooky Pleasure

“American Horror Story” is one of the most popular horror shows in recent memory. There’s been a fervor surrounding the Ryan Murphy-produced and written series since its inception. From the inclusion of a talented cast of actors (including the woman who birthed acting herself – Jessica Lange), to its campy and playful experimentation within the horror genre, it has become ... Read More »

“Maniac” Review: The Strangest Show You Need to be Watching

Netflix adds so much original content these days that it can be easy to overlook great shows. One show you should be sure to book mark for your next binge session is “Maniac,” one of the strangest and most original shows you’ll see all year. The show focuses on two central characters: Owen Milgrim (Jonah Hill), and Annie Landsberg (Emma ... Read More »

Review: ‘A Star Is Born’ Glimmers Above Your Average Remake

Although the film has already received an avalanche of critical praise, I am also here to confirm that the hype is true: “A Star Is Born” is simply spectacular. The directorial debut of actor Bradley Cooper is a successful revitalization of the iconic films that preceded it and showcases some of the best performances seen this year. “A Star Is ... Read More »

Student-written Play “Halifax” Debuts at Staged Reading

On September 29 in the Noel Fine Arts Center, the cozy room of NFAC 290 hosted a staged reading of a student playwright’s work. “Halifax” is a one-act play written by Sophie McIntosh, a junior BA Drama major at UWSP. The event was held in collaboration with the Players Student Artistic Alliance. The staged reading was organized for McIntosh to ... Read More »