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Eminem belts out brilliance in swift, profound ‘Mathers’

Eminem's latest LP is fast, furious and contemplative, a winning combination from Detroit's rap king. Read More

Weekend orchestra sight-reads their way to community

Friday night Eastman orchestra group sight-reads for fun and builds community in the process. Read More

‘Traverse’ navigates space and artistic integrity

"Traverse" explores edges and spaces, light and shadow. Read More

Perry perfects bubblegum pop with ‘Prism’

Katy Perry's third LP runs on high energy and surprising innovation. Read More

‘Bangerz’ doesn’t disappoint, but can’t save Miley

Miley's "Bangerz" exceeds low expectations but can't save Miley's ridiculous public image. Read More

Iron & Wine captivates packed Strong with acoustic set

Strong Auditorium was packed with flannel shirts, beanies, and thick sweaters last Friday. Never before have so many students  with beards congregated at the same time. Many were students at UR, but others were the hipsters and folk-music-lovers from the city of Rochester. Chaos broke out as people searched for the last pair of seats […]

Mahler performance commemorates late Dean Lowry

As the final triumphant chords died away, a hushed silence ensued. The audience of nearly 2,000 knew that it had just heard a truly momentous performance. The piece performed was Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “The Resurrection,” and the concert was dedicated to the memory of the late Dean Emeritus Douglas Lowry. Much like a […]

CT Recommends: ‘Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking’

Susan Cain has hit the nail on the head. There is a difference between being shy and being introverted, and her 2012 award-winning book “Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking” explores the often overlooked world of the more reserved among us. It is well-researched, engrossing, and has the ability […]

Eating disorder exhibit ‘a game changer’

Miner Art Exhibit takes a new approach to treating eating disorders. Read More

‘Captain Phillips’ holds viewers hostage

"Captain Phillips" mixes suspense with a sad, empathetic perspective. Read More