Category: Theater in the City

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Sound Studies Major Brings a New Meaning to Music at MC

By Karen Flores,  Asst. Features Editor Manhattan College is home to a unique and artistic major: sound studies. Have you heard of it? The music and theater department here at the college introduced the sound studies major in the fall of 2020 with the pioneering influence of Mark A. Pottinger, Ph.D, chair of the department.  The sound studies major aims to combine both the traditional … Continue reading Sound Studies Major Brings a New Meaning to Music at MC

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MC Students Enjoy “Dear Evan Hansen”

by SHANNON GLEBA, Staff Writer On Sunday, Sept. 22, lucky Manhattan College students attended the matinee of “Dear Evan Hansen” at the Music Box Theatre. The Student Engagement office sold discounted tickets to the award-winning show, however the limited amount sold out in about one hour. At 3:00 p.m., the show opened with a very minimalistic set, only a twin sized bed on the stage with a … Continue reading MC Students Enjoy “Dear Evan Hansen”

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“The Band’s Visit” Brings You to Beit Hatikva

Theater and the City is a column of student-written reviews in the ENGL 400 class taught by Deirdre O’Leary Cunningham. This week’s entry is by Antigone Thanasias.  The most beautiful and memorable moments occur when nothing happens. It’s the silence found when waiting for an overdue phone call. The sweat of your palms when pining to speak to a crush. A feeling of warmth lingering … Continue reading “The Band’s Visit” Brings You to Beit Hatikva

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