ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Hot Tea with Z: Love yourself first

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • October 15, 2025

How can I tell if someone is interested in me? Should I tell my friend that I have romantic feelings for them? How do I differentiate what kind of relationship I have with someone? How can I make myself more compatible? How can I be more comfortable being alone? 

MOVIE REVIEW: Disney’s ‘TRON: Ares’ has great visuals but lacks substance, statement

Written By Andrew Burgman, Staff Writer • October 15, 2025

I expected Disney to be a little more profound with “TRON: Ares.”  

ALBUM REVIEW: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ fits Swift’s standard

Written By Peyton Martin, Features and A&E Editor • October 8, 2025

Swift’s 12th studio album, “Life of a Showgirl,” was released on Oct. 3. It was a highly anticipated by fans, but it has been getting mixed reviews online.  

COPA Corner: Perfectionism is self destructive

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • October 8, 2025

A common mantra used across a variety of disciplines is “practice makes perfect.” In many contexts, practicing and working hard towards goals is important. Though, in the arts, overworking towards an ideal of “perfect” can actually be harmful. 

MOVIE REVIEW: ‘The Smashing Machine’ is decent Oscar bait

Written By Andrew Burgman, Staff Writer • October 8, 2025

Some will hate Benny Safdie’s “The Smashing Machine,” and some will love it. I’m somewhere in the middle. It’s a strong film in a lot of ways, but it’s also one that struggles to stand apart from a story already told. 

Hot Tea with Z: The importance of setting boundaries

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • October 8, 2025

How do I handle toxic situations in a professional setting? What do I do when others take credit for my work? How do I have a professional conversation? Is it immature to go to a superior for help with a Coworker/Project partner? Should I be myself in a work environment? How do I manage immature people that I can not avoid?  

Durst keeps romance from taking over in “The Spellshop”

Written By Peyton Martin, Features and A&E Editor • October 8, 2025

“The Spellshop” by Sarah Beth Durst creates a cozy atmosphere using unique characters, new friendships and more.  

R.M. Gray’s book stands out among other fantasy novels

Written By Peyton Martin, Features/A&E Editor • October 1, 2025

“Nightweaver” by R. M. Gray is a new young adult fantasy series that was released on March 4, 2025.

‘One Battle After Another’ is as energetic as it should be

Written By Andrew Burgman, For The Globe • October 1, 2025

Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” is a chaotic shot of pure adrenaline. It’s the kind of movie that shakes you awake and commands your attention, not just with spectacle but with intent behind every frame. 

Hot Tea with Z: How to find your style

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • October 1, 2025

How do I find my style? How can I express my personality through fashion without feeling like I’m wearing a costume? How can I stop caring what people think about how I dress? Is it wrong to wear clothes of the opposite gender? How can I determine what truly looks good on me?

‘The Sound of Music’ has lasted the test of time

Written By Koryn Lamar, Staff Writer • October 1, 2025

“The Sound of Music” reigns in its 60th anniversary on Sept. 22, and the only correct action to take is to not watch it. Yes, not watch it — this is not a typo. We already have enough madness in this world, and we don’t need another person caroling down the hallway to add to it.

Copa Corner: Prioritize rest and self-care

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • October 1, 2025

At this point in the semester conservatory students’ busy schedules are in full swing. Juggling classes, rehearsals and a large homework load is intense and can be exhausting. This lifestyle change can be especially shocking for first-year students.