As the 2010s wrap up, many film fans are racking their brains for the best movies of the decade. While movies like “La La Land,” “Inception ” or “Get Out” may come to the forefront of many fans’ minds, many great films did not receive the praise they deserve. Whether it was a box office...

(This story was originally published in print on Dec. 5, 2019). Fred Rogers stared compassionately into the eyes of Jeff Erlanger as the two sang a duet to each other. “It’s you I like,” Rogers sang. Although Erlanger broke his gaze, Rogers kept his eyes fixed on the young boy who was confined...

Rian Johnson’s follow-up to the fairly disappointing “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” is anything but a disappointment. “Knives Out” is a classic whodunit mystery that boasts an incredible cast, stunning production design and a story that will have audiences thinking throughout the entire film. REMARKABLE...

(This story was originally published in print on Dec. 5, 2019). In this first-ever student-directed musical, Theatre 21 tackles important topics of life, relationships and heartbreak. “The Last Five Years” brings unique qualities to the table with its small cast, intimate storyline and beautiful...

“Queen & Slim” stars Daniel Kaluuya and Jodie Turner-Smith, a couple whose first date goes awry when they are stopped by a hot-headed cop. After shooting the cop in self-defense, the couple is forced to run and evade the law. From the get-go, the topic of police brutality has turned many people...

Biola’s Symphony Orchestra tuned up on Saturday night at Crowell’s Lansing Recital Hall to perform works from composers Giuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Shostakovich and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovski.  The concert opened with a swelling rendition of Verdi’s I Vespri Siciliani Overture. Then, the symphony’s...

As one of the most well-known bands in the world, Coldplay blends grand rock music with pop sensibility that connects with many. Now they’re back with new music after four years. In anticipation for "Everyday Life," check out this ranking of all seven albums. 7. “A Head Full of Dreams” The most...

Known for directing blockbuster “Thor: Ragnarok” and short film “Two Cars, One Night,” Taika Waititi upholds his unique directing style with “Jojo Rabbit,” a film that puts a disturbingly innocent twist on the German occupation.  AUTOCRAT TO ADVISOR “Jojo Rabbit” documents the life...

Smashing box office rankings for its opening weekend, “Ford v Ferrari” is already a rare instant hit. Director James Mangold brings the true story of automotive designer Carroll Shelby and British race car driver Ken Miles to life, giving them an inspiring layer of emotional depth while presenting...

After three years since his last record, Allen Stone delivered his fourth studio album, where his unique sound of soul and pop return for a fun group of tracks that, while never phenomenal, deliver quite a bit of fun. LYRICAL LETDOWN “Building Balance” packs 14 songs into 48 minutes, ranging from...

(This story was originally published in print on Nov. 14, 2019). From memorizing long monologues to learning a French dialect to speak in early English iambic pentameter, performing Shakespeare’s “Henry V” comes with a unique set of challenges. Who better to tackle these challenges than the...

(This story was originally published in print on Nov. 14, 2019). ‘Tis the season to bundle up with a warm mug of hot cocoa and endless romantic comedies. As December quickly approaches, people are finding any reason to indulge in Hallmark films and Christmas playlists. Those who have already begun...