Arts


Blades of Glory skates well, but falls short of first place

Blades of Glory, the latest Will Ferrell extravaganza, is a movie replete with onscreen talent but tainted by an obvious lack of creativity and the improvised, anything-goes magic of Anchorman and Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby. While it falls short, there are enough funny moments to make Blades of Glory at least passable. »

Compelling acting demands appreciation in The Lookout

Joseph Gordon-Levitt sure has come a long way since 10 Things I Hate About You.

His roles after a run as a child actor suggested he was poised to follow the tradition of being unable to make the transition successfully. But following a brief layoff to attend college, he returned to acting, racking up a string of impressive independent movie roles. »

Int'l students showcase talents

Sixth annual Intercultural Night features traditional music, dancing, fashion

Peace, love, and healing were the themes of the International Student Club's sixth annual Intercultural Night. Students representing eleven of the world's regions performed Thursday evening in a multicultural theatre, dance and musical experience, "Paint the World a Better Picture." Professor of Theatre Steve Erickson served as master of ceremonies for the event. The performers, dressed in traditional clothing representing their culture, took the stage in groups to share a bit of their heritage with the SVSU students and surrounding community attending the event. »

Cooking with the 'C-Store Chef'

Tyler Harp is one aspiring massage therapist who prefers to do his grocery shopping at the campus C-Store.

"Call me the 'C-Store Chef' if you wish," he said, while comfortably maneuvering his way through the C-Store's aisles clad in his Sigma Pi jersey. "I guess I'm a regular here." »

History at play at 24-Hour Theatre

As the pamphlet that accompanied 24-Hour Theatre suggested, summarzing 4000 years of theatre in around an hour is a difficult task for anybody. »