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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...

The Bold Storytelling of Jesus Christ Superstar

The Bold Storytelling of Jesus Christ Superstar

Alyssa Tillman, A&E Editor October 13, 2024

Experience the timeless tale of Jesus Christ Superstar like never before! This electrifying rock opera breathes new life into the last weeks of Jesus’ life, blending powerful music with thought-provoking...

Senior Cora Barr as Anna Hyatt Huntington. Photo from the Torggler

Anna: A Theatrical Monologue

Alyssa Tillman, A&E Editor October 4, 2024

Are you a fan of art or theater? Anna: A Theatrical Monologue has been showing for the past couple of weeks and The Captain’s Log had the chance to interview senior Cora Barr about her experience playing...

Audrey Shoop performing as Queen Margaret in
TheatreCNU’S “Queen Margaret,” photo by
Amanda Eacho

Court intrigue, betrayal, and war await in the powerful play “Queen Margaret”

Holly Haydon, Staff Writer April 10, 2024

On April 6, TheatreCNU took over the stage with an amazing performance of the play “Queen Margaret.” The tale of Queen Margaret is twisted and full of shocking moments of betrayal from trusted loyal...

Arts@CNU is all about bringing publicity to the artistic students on campus

Fiona Sullivan, A&E Editor March 20, 2024

The arts have always been a crucial part of Christopher Newport University but many people who don’t spend time in the Ferguson and Torggler or aren’t majoring in something related to the arts, have...

CNU A cappella group Take Note performing at Glow, photo by Amanda Eacho

Glow in the Darcapella

Cameron Tomaino, Copy Editor November 14, 2023

In a night of stunning vocal performances from CNU’s many a capella groups, Glow in the Darcapella (or just ‘Glow’) amazed CNU students for yet another year. The show once again proved that CNU’s...

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