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“Moana 2” movie poster, photo from @disney on Instagram

Moana sails back into theaters

Janelle Pineda, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

Moana is back! “Moana 2” proves that some sequels not only live up to their prequels, but also chart exciting new courses. The sequel builds on the first film’s foundation, delivering a richer, more...

“Wicked Part One” movie
poster, image from @
wickedmovie on Instagram

A review of “Wicked: Part One”

Alyssa Tillman, A&E Editor December 5, 2024

     The movie adaptation of “Wicked” has been highly anticipated by my friends and I for years now. I knew with the casting of Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo that this movie was going to be...

Photo of the Torggler Center, taken by Amanda Eacho

The story within the frame:

Samantha Wolfe, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

For 18 years, Christopher Newport's Art Department has held an annual photography exhibition. A month prior to the event, they release a call for artists to submit their work. Each and every artist submits...

Photo from @meangirls on Instagram

Cinematic chic

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor November 21, 2024

The fashion industry is constantly changing as many things are going in and out of style. Many people take to social media or magazines to find the latest fashion trends to follow up on. However, what...

Senior Drum Major Patrick Wood, photo from Lindsay Deyton

The Marching Captains celebrate senior night

Alyssa Tillman, A&E Editor November 21, 2024

The Marching Captains seniors performed at their last game on Friday. A night full of high energy game play and music served as the perfect send off for the graduating class. With over 20 graduating seniors,...

Cosa Nuestra album cover,
photo from @rauwalejandro on Instagram

A Cosa Nuestra album review

Janelle Pineda, Staff Writer November 21, 2024

Rauw Alejandro’s latest album, “Cosa Nuestra,”  represents a transformative milestone in his career. Released on Nov. 15, 2024, the concept of this album reflects on his evolution as an artist while...

Extreme Measures performing at GLOW in the Darcapella, photo by Lindsay Deyton

GLOW in the Darcapella:

Alyssa Tillman, A&E Editor November 21, 2024

  The acapella groups on campus had a big night at GLOW in the Darcapella. It was a night full of dancing, singing, beatboxing and fun with family, friends and faculty all turning out to support these...

Daisy Jones and Billy Dunne,
photo from @daisyjonesandthesix
on Instagram

Top five book to on screen adaptations

Alyssa Tillman, A&E Editor November 17, 2024

 Adapting a book into a film is no easy feat. The challenge of translating beloved characters into a visual medium while staying true to the essence of the source material can be very difficult. In some...

Gamma Phi Beta winning first place, photo from Amanda Eacho

Dancing for a cause at STROLL

Amanda Eacho, Snapshot Editor November 17, 2024

Last Saturday, huge crowds made their way to the Ferguson Center for the Arts to watch one of the most highly anticipated events of the year, STROLL. For the past 12 years, the Upsilon Beta chapter of...

2025 Grammy nominations

Alyssa Tillman, A&E Editor November 17, 2024

The 2025 GRAMMY nominations are here! The nominations for the 2025 Grammys were announced last Friday, and Beyoncé led with 11 nominations for her landmark country-themed "COWBOY CARTER" album, becoming...

Cora Barr and Brayden Crickenberger playing Lizzy Bennet and Mr. Darcy, photo by Amanda Eacho

From page to stage: Pride and Prejudice in a fresh new light

Alyssa Tillman, A&E Editor November 17, 2024

 The story that has captivated readers for over two centuries comes to life on the Christopher Newport University stage! With its witty dialogue, vivid characters and sharp social commentary, “Pride...

(L to R): Photo of Charlotte Lucas as Oliva Hargest, Emma Philpot as Jane Bennet and Cora Barr as Elizabeth “Lizzy” Bennet, taken by Amanda Eacho

Pride and Prejudice in a fresh new light

Alyssa Tillman, A&E Editor November 17, 2024

 The story that has captivated readers for over two centuries comes to life on the Christopher Newport University stage! With its witty dialogue, vivid characters and sharp social commentary, “Pride...

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