“Luke, I am your father.” All of you reading that seminal line from The Empire Strikes Back likely did so in a low, metallic, baritone voice, perhaps the most recognizable in Hollywood history. James Earl Jones, the legendary actor who brought Darth Vader and countless other characters to life, passed away last week at the […]
Yes, you can get a cup of coffee in the d-hall and study in the library. But there’s something about getting a deliciously overpriced coffee in a cozy cafe that makes spending hours staring at your computer screen far more enjoyable. In Harvard Square, you’ve probably visited Starbucks, Dunkin, and Blank Street. But this fall, […]
Shakespeare’s famous tale of love and tragedy has been read, studied, and performed by millions over the course of the last four centuries. It has become a household name, recognized as one of the most culturally significant pieces of literature of all time. So, when a director wants to put up a new production, it […]
Angst, ardor, and a lot of haze filled Boston’s TD Garden last Wednesday. On Sept. 4, the world tour of dream pop band Cigarettes After Sex made a stop at the iconic venue. By 8 p.m., concertgoers clad mostly in black made their way into the arena to fill the nearly 20,000-seat venue. The show […]
Generally peaceful, Harvard Yard last Friday became a night filled with commotion, laughter, and music as students of all grades gathered for the annual Crimson Jam. Hosted by the Harvard College Events Board (CEB) each September, this year’s event featured headliner Daya. Because it’s hosted in the Yard, the event draws a substantial number of […]
There’s nothing quite like watching a horror movie in theaters. Even if it’s the tenth entry in a worn-out franchise or a film filled with lazy jumpscares, there’s a special communal feeling associated with sitting in a dark room alongside a bunch of strangers, united by the goal of getting scared. Fortunately, this summer saw […]
Receiving the Harvard theater season announcement at the end of each semester is an extremely exciting moment for the theater community and theater-goers alike. We are all dying to know what productions have been in the works. These are the shows we will join, audition for, play music for, and eventually enjoy in the theater—for […]
Whether you are a first-year longing to get to know the area or a senior looking for a change in scenery, the Cambridge-Boston area offers activity, enrichment, and a way to connect with the greater community. Before locking yourself in the library for the rest of the semester, be sure to check out one (or […]
Welcome back to campus, everyone! As you all have been finalizing your fall semester classes, flipping coins with your roommates to see who gets the double, and saying goodbye to your friends and family, likely, many of you haven’t had the time to create a new playlist for the school year. Music will play a […]
Little Shop of Horrors is a delightfully macabre musical, weaving humor and heart into a storyline steeped in horror and suspense. The show follows a meek florist as he discovers a carnivorous plant that feasts on humans and attempts to take over the world. Directed by Haley Stark ’25, Harvard’s production ran from April 25 […]