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“Silversun Pickups” put on fun, energetic show at the Roxian

Written By Ana Bellamy, Staff Writer March 8, 2023

On Thursday, February 23rd, alternative rock band Silversun Pickups played the Roxian Theatre in McKees Rocks. Paris Jackson accompanied them. People of all ages gathered at the venue that night excited...

“Beetlejuice” musical teems with wit and charm

Written By Erin Yudt, Editor Elect March 8, 2023

Two weekends ago I had the honor of seeing the musical “Beetlejuice” at the Benedum. My roommate got season tickets and has been taking our other roommates to shows one by one. I thought I was getting...

Gorillaz releases shorter, mellower new album

Written By Rachel Ross , Co Features/A&E Editor March 8, 2023

A friend of mine first introduced me to Gorillaz in 2018. I quickly fell for their unique fusion of old and new, blending dreamy 80s synths, funky 70s baselines, and futuristic sonic beats into catchy...

“Newsies” shines with talented, impressive ensemble

Written By Baylor Brooks, For The Globe March 8, 2023

Newsies is the newest show that Point Park University brought to the Pittsburgh Playhouse. The story takes place in 1899 in New York City with Jack Kelly, the head of the “newsies” as our protagonist....

One of April Friges photos on display in the Silver Eye Center exhibit

Point Park professor’s work on display at art exhibit

Written By Cassandra Harris, News Editor March 8, 2023

Since its creation, photography and its mediums have been defined by their square shape, simple surfaces and single dimension. As a professor of photography at Point Park, April Friges grew bored of these...

Netflix’s new show is ‘Squid Games’ on steroids

Written By Vince Smykal, Copy Editor February 22, 2023

“The human body does not lie.  This is the history of suffering written by each contestant… and this is also where it leads to.” It is with this statement that the Netflix show Physical: 100...

Ant-Man grows too big in new film ‘Quantumania’

Written By Jake Dabkowski, Editor-In-Chief February 22, 2023

The Marvel Cinematic Universe was once an untouchable cultural monolith, but a focus on quantity over quality has knocked that monolith over. It is ironic that in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Marvel’s...

Best and worst Super Bowl commercials of 2023

Written By Rachel Ross , Co-Features/A&E Editor February 22, 2023

In the past decade or so, the commercial breaks during the Super Bowl have become almost as highly anticipated as the actual game itself. It’s not just a bunch of advertisers interrupting the game anymore;...

‘Flipturn’ brings astrological dreamscape to The Thunderbird

Written By Alexis Wary, Staff Photographer February 22, 2023

Rather than having the pleasure of eating hot wings doused in ranch while watching America's most beloved sport, I felt a concert on Super Bowl Sunday would be more entertaining. Specifically, the indie/alternative...

TLC’s latest show marks new low for the network

Written By Rachel Ross, Co Features/A&E Editor February 8, 2023

Over the years, I’ve watched my fair share of TLC content - probably more than a fair share if I’m entirely honest. I’ve shared many nights with my mom watching “90 Day Fiance” and its hundreds...

‘Hi-Fi Rush’ provides pure joy gaming experience

Written By Dan Russo, Staff Writer February 8, 2023

For years, we have been conditioned to button mash in our video games. When in doubt, spam the A button. Some games, like Super Smash Bros employ a “stale moves” mechanic which discourages button mashing....

‘Jagged Little Pill’ offers intense, impressive experience

Written By Steph Weiland, Staff Writer February 8, 2023

This past Thursday, I went to the Benedum with a friend and saw Alanis Morissette’s “Jagged Little Pill”. The musical has been playing at the Benedum since Tuesday January 24th and will continue...

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