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“Almost, Maine” is a triumph for A-State theatre
“Almost, Maine” kicked off the new season for Arkansas State University’s Theatre department last weekend with a bang. The show is terrific. It is both heartfelt and sincere, with the added benefit of being genuinely hilarious. The production’s stage design… Read More ›
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“Megalopolis” is an insane mess and I love it
Francis Ford Coppola first had the idea for “Megalopolis” in 1977 and began writing it in 1983, and the wait was worth it — I think. Coppola’s grand science-fiction epic is unlike any film I have ever seen before. In… Read More ›
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Herald editor’s share book recommendations for National Book Month
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Vote with your head, not your favorite entertainer
Fame is as much a part of American culture as monumental military spending or poor healthcare, it’s just who we are. Social media has given platforms to incredibly famous people that allow direct communication with their fans and supporters, creating… Read More ›
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“Almost, Maine” show preview
The Department of Theatre is returning to the stage for their first show of the season; “Almost, Maine.” “Almost, Maine” is a romantic comedy written by John Cariani, set in the fictional town of Almost, Maine. The show is divided… Read More ›
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The icons pop music left behind
Katy Perry and Nelly Furtado, two iconic pop stars, both attempted comebacks to the mainstream with new album releases last week and after listening, I think their best music is behind them. I’ll say it, Katy Perry is never gonna… Read More ›
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This Week’s Pop Pick: “The Penguin”
The first episode of the DC miniseries “The Penguin” premiered last Thursday on MAX and it’s terrific. Starring Colin Farrell as Oswald “Oz” Cobb, the series follows Oz on his journey to the top of Gotham’s criminal underworld. After only… Read More ›
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Hispanic Heritage Month Events
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Student Speak: What is the meaning of your lock screen?
Heidy said: “This is just a little purple and green gradient. I just like simple things, it helps me read the screen a little better.” Heidy Bulbarela-Hernández is a senior graphic design major from Stuttgart, Arkansas. Lari said: “It’s a… Read More ›
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Emmy Superlatives, Most Confusing: “The Bear”
“The Bear” is one of the best television shows out there, no question, but what it is not, is a comedy. The methods that the Emmys uses to judge a submitted show’s award category is merely what the show’s producers… Read More ›