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Arts & Entertainment, Broadway Show Review

Broadway Show Review: Buena Vista Social Club

 Maria Castano, Arts & Entertainment Editor The Broadway musical “Buena Vista Social Club” follows the story of Omara Portuondo, Ibrahim Ferrer, Compay Segundo and Ruben Gonzales, all of whom are real figures who shaped Cuban music during the 50’s. Leaving this legacy I had the pleasure of seeing for the first time this Tuesday, 24th, in the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.  As people take their seats, … Continue reading Broadway Show Review: Buena Vista Social Club

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A Night Under the Stars, A Freshman Event

“A Night Under the Stars,” was held this past Saturday, March 28th.  JOHLANA TATUM / COURTESY  Gabriella Dickson, Staff Writer On Saturday March 28th, student government hosted a first year formal or a “mock prom,” so that first year students, and even upperclassmen, could relive their high school prom experience. At the event pizza and drinks were served, and although attendance was lower than expected, … Continue reading A Night Under the Stars, A Freshman Event

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MU’s Album Class Announces “The Stranger” as This Year’s Album Through a Revamped Marketing Campaign 

Album Class hard at work preparing for their end-of-year performance.LEONARDO TORRES / COURTESY Laili Shahrestani, Editor-in-Chief Manhattan University’s (MU) Album Class recently announced their album for this year — “The Stranger” by Billy Joel, alongside a revamped marketing campaign aimed at building excitement for their end-of-year performance, attracting greater audience engagement.  Efforts to revitalize this year’s marketing approach came about through the contributions of Billy … Continue reading MU’s Album Class Announces “The Stranger” as This Year’s Album Through a Revamped Marketing Campaign 

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MU Students Visit the Gay Harlem Renaissance Exhibition at the New York Historical Society

Various clubs collaborated for this trip. GABRIELLA DICKSON / THE QUADRANGLE Gabriella Dickson, Staff Writer On March 7, Manhattan University’s (MU) Pride Center, alongside the Black Student Union (BSU), Sanctus Artem  and the World Languages and Literatures Department, hosted a trip to the New York Historical Society to see the “Gay Harlem Renaissance” exhibition.  The event provided an educational introduction to the Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts … Continue reading MU Students Visit the Gay Harlem Renaissance Exhibition at the New York Historical Society

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Sanctus Artem Hosts Mixed Media Portraits Event

Gabriella Dickson Staff Writer On March 3, Manhattan University’s (MU) art club Sanctus Artem hosted a “Mixed Media Art” event, where students could showcase their artistic talents and get creative by drawing, painting, coloring, or cutting various materials to create a collage.  Lucas Haas, a senior environmental studies major and the president of Sanctus Artem, spoke to The Quadrangle about why he chose mixed portrait … Continue reading Sanctus Artem Hosts Mixed Media Portraits Event

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Jasper Jams: The Best Songs in Don Toliver’s “Octane”

 Zeke Jazwinski Sports Editor  Don Toliver first caught mainstream attention with his standout feature on “Astroworld,” appearing on the track “Can’t Say.” Since then, he has carved out his own lane and created a strong fanbase with breakout hits like “After Party,” “Bandit” and “No Pole.”  Now with his new album “Octane,” Toliver looks to keep that momentum going while continuing to evolve his melodic … Continue reading Jasper Jams: The Best Songs in Don Toliver’s “Octane”

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One Acts Presented By MU Players Once Again

Still from the performance “The Weirdest Honeymoon Ever.” @SADIEFOXPHOTOGRAPHY / COURTESY   Sarah Rolka, Asst. Features Editor One Acts, a production presented by Manhattan University (MU) Players, developed solely by students each spring semester, made its return to the stage in Smith Auditorium last weekend. Each show, lasting only five to ten minutes, showcased Players’ talents and individual abilities as students in creating and running a … Continue reading One Acts Presented By MU Players Once Again

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Clubs All Across MU Celebrate the Spirit of Love This Valentine’s Week

Crochet Club members Grace Nariani (left) pictured with Charlotte Barnard (right) at the rose sale.   ANISSA LATIF / COURTESY  Laili Shahrestani, Editor-in-Chief During Valentine’s week, several clubs all across the Manhattan University (MU) campus celebrated the spirit of love and community by hosting their own Valentine’s Day-themed events. Groups such as the Crochet Club, the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), the MU chapter of the American Institute … Continue reading Clubs All Across MU Celebrate the Spirit of Love This Valentine’s Week

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Hispanic Classics for a Peaceful February Evening

Maria Castano, Arts & Entertainment Editor I have been really into Hispanic rock for the last couple of years, and with it, fortunately, came a lot of new additions to my day-to-day playlist. I wanted to make a playlist with all the Spanish songs I’ve been listening to lately, rock or otherwise, that share a common thread: they’re extremely calming. They have been helping me … Continue reading Hispanic Classics for a Peaceful February Evening

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