'The Music Man' brings good old-fashioned fun to the Red House
By Max B. O'Connell
December 8, 2013 - 8:41pm
Review: The Red House's production of 'The Music Man' suffers from the small space but is a triumph overall thanks to a talented cast.

There’s little new to be done with The Music Man. The 1957 Broadway classic is as uncontroversial as apple pie and as populist as Frank Capra.

That said, there’s a lot of charm in its wholesome story of a con man redeemed by love and a small town lit up by the excitement he brings. It’s a natural fit for community theaters that can cast and stage it well. The Red House’s production only gets about halfway there on both counts, but that can’t totally negate the musical’s strengths.

Hudson Mohawke lets music do the talking
By Erik van Rheenen
December 5, 2013 - 1:06am
Review: EDM artists Cashmere Cat and Hudson Mohawke performed focused sets in the Schine Underground for the first show in University Union's Bandersnatch Series.

Once upstart beatsmith Hudson Mohawke settled in behind his production board — his MacBook perched nearby to his right — and started mixing monolithic basslines and glitch synthesizer beats, he never once stopped to exchange banter with the audience. He simply let his music do the talking.

'A Christmas Carol' brings holiday spirit to Syracuse
By Kathleen Rubino
November 28, 2013 - 5:42pm
Review: Syracuse Stage's production of 'A Christmas Carol' features outstanding performances from the cast and a stellar set design.

If you’re pining for some holiday cheer, Syracuse Stage will satiate your appetite.

Syracuse University Drama explores the nature of language in "Translations"
By Andrew Martini
November 17, 2013 - 10:03pm
Review: The student cast members of "Translations" deliver commendable performances despite the unique challenge of speaking in different languages and in different accents.

"Translations", Syracuse University Drama’s second production of the season, tackles the issues of language and culture in Ireland in 1833, highlighting the power of language to unite or divide and its tie to heritage.

Avant Gaming event examines cultural, artistic impact of video games
By Anita Xu
November 14, 2013 - 2:14pm
A partnership between the Everson Museum of Art and the Urban Video Project brought the community Avant Gaming, an event that showcased short films and artwork focused on video games.

Despite the snow shower on Nov. 12, artists, students and art enthusiasts filled the Hosmer Auditorium at the Everson Museum of Art with warmth and curiosity.

The ceiling can't hold them: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis rock the Carrier Dome
By Nick Reichert
November 11, 2013 - 11:05pm
Review: Hip-hop masters Macklemore & Ryan Lewis brought all the intimacy of a club show and all the theatrics of an arena concert to Syracuse on Monday.

Coursing with chatter, the people waiting to enter the Carrier Dome were wondering if the freshly famous rap duo Macklemore & Ryan Lewis would be as captivating live as they were on their viral singles and kitschy thrift store music video.

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis are the Barnum & Bailey of hip-hop, and the Dome was their big top Monday night. They arrived with a caravan of musicians, oddballs and friends. And by the time their set was done, no one thought it ever was going to end.

Video Games Live strengthens local art community, offers night of entertainment
By Jessica Cabe
November 9, 2013 - 5:14pm
The interactive, multimedia concert experience will come to the Landmark Theatre Nov. 9.

Syracuse is becoming immersed in virtual reality.

Fastest-selling Bandersnatch concert does not disappoint
By Lauren Porter
November 7, 2013 - 1:46pm
Review: Chance the Rapper's performance in the Schine Underground as part of University Union's Bandersnatch Series lived up to the hype.

He said he was better than he was the last time. Hopefully, everyone was listening.

At 9:03 p.m. on Wednesday, Chance the Rapper stepped on stage. The room was dark, but his lanky 6-foot frame and unpicked afro were undeniably identifiable. When the lights rose and the beat dropped, the crowd went crazy.

'Scorched' brings dark themes to Syracuse Stage
By Jessica Cabe
November 6, 2013 - 5:15pm
Review: Syracuse Stage's production of 'Scorched' grapples with heavy themes of family history and war.