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Colonial Theatre returns to the stage in “Xanadu”

Samuel Goldberg, Contributor
October 27, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP -- It has been over a year since RMU Colonial Theatre has put on a traditional performance. Opening on Oct. 21, Colonial Theatre brought the musical, Xanadu, to life. Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the...

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No Time to Die Review

Aaron Frier
October 25, 2021

James Bond, 007, has gone through many iterations throughout the years. Legendary actors like Sean Connery, Roger Moore, and Pierce Brosnan have taken the mantle over the years. However, none have done more justice to the role than Daniel Craig. Thus, I was more excited for Craig’s...

Sommas Soundbites Returns!

Somma’s Soundbites Returns!

Zachary Somma, Contributor
October 25, 2021

Somma’s Soundbites is back! After a much too long hiatus, this bi-weekly column will provide short and sweet reviews of new album releases and a roundup of new singles that dropped as well. From the mainstream to the underground, from pop to experimental; nothing is off the...

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“Venom: Let There Be Carnage” Review

Nathan Kingston, Contributor
October 20, 2021

**Spoiler Free** To keep my review spoiler free, I won't give away any major plot points, and I will also include a section that has spoilers. First of all I believe that the movie was a good build off of the first movie, “Venom” from 2018, which was highly received. It...

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Murder Mystery Party in Hancock Hall

Hope Beatty, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
October 11, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP-- RMU students put their detective skills to the test as Erin Shannon, a first-year Community Advisor (CA), hosted the Murder Mystery Party. During the event, students used their teamwork and critical thinking skills. The event consisted of seven different puzzles...

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Dear Evan Hansen movie premieres in theaters

Julia Wasielewski, Contributor
October 5, 2021

(Spoilers ahead) The hit Broadway musical "Dear Evan Hansen" has been made into a movie that premiered on Sept. 24. To keep the magic from the original Broadway production, Broadway star Ben Platt takes on the titular role in the film. Platt plays Evan Hansen, a teen...

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Big Brother crowns first Black winner after 21 years

Kaelei Whitlatch, Copy Editor
October 4, 2021

(Spoilers ahead) For the first time in 23 seasons, a person of color was awarded the title of winner of Big Brother in the U.S. on Sept. 29. Xavier “X” Prather, a Black man, took home the title and the record-breaking prize of $750,000. Prather was voted the winner...

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Harry Potter magic awakens at Moon Park

Aaron Frier, Contributor
October 4, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP – Expecto Patronum! In order to perform the spell, one must think of a happy memory. For many Harry Potter fans, a happy memory could be found at the Wizarding Festival in Moon Park on Sept. 18. The Harry Potter series is perhaps the most prominent book series...

Barnacle Feet rocks out in the Science Centers Robot Lounge. Credit: Kaelei Whitlatch

Science after hours: 18+ events at the Carnegie Science Center

Kaelei Whitlatch, Copy Editor
September 28, 2021

PITTSBURGH – The Carnegie Science Center is not just for kids! The Science Center hosted its first event of three for those 18 and older on Sept. 24. These events give opportunities for adults to enjoy the Science Center and all of its displays without children. The event...

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Brooklyn Nine-Nine comes to an end

Julia Wasielewski, Contributor
September 28, 2021

The NBC cop comedy "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" concluded its eight season run on Sept. 16 with a one hour special entitled “The Last Day.” The show was originally cancelled by Fox Network in 2018. The cancelation was met with public outcry on social media and the support of many...