Performing Arts Department Makes a GoFundMe to Raise Money for their Annual “Performal” 

Members of Manhattones. From left to right: Dean, Layla, Vanessa, Jack, Sophia, Keira, Nick, Joseph, Landen, John and Brooke MAIZY SWIFT /COURTESY   Maizy Swift, Senior Writer  In early April, the Performing Arts Department at Manhattan University (MU) will hold its annual “Performal,” an event created through the collaboration of performing arts groups and clubs on campus, inviting everyone from MU to take a look at polished performances that have … Continue reading Performing Arts Department Makes a GoFundMe to Raise Money for their Annual “Performal” 

MU Players Perform Parfumerie for their Fall Mainstage

Miss Amalia Balash, played by Amaya Castillo- Mills, sits next to Mr. Sipos, played by Kevin Cullen. @PLAYERSMU / INSTAGRAM Barbara Vasquez & Leyla J. Mercado, Production / Web Editor and Arts & Entertainment Editor Manhattan University Players’ fall mainstage had their opening night on Nov. 14, with shows throughout the weekend. The cast performed “Parfumerie”, written by Miklόs László. Directed by Martin Marchitto, the … Continue reading MU Players Perform Parfumerie for their Fall Mainstage

How MU’s Performing Arts Groups Have Managed to Stay Afloat Amid Budget Cuts

Kevin Cullen, production manager for Players, performing in the Muppets cabaret. @PLAYERSMU / INSTAGRAM  Maizy Swift, Production Editor/Asst. Social Media Editor Similar to many other programs at Manhattan University, the performing arts program has faced many budget cuts since 2023. Despite this, the department has continued to maintain their steady events and performances each semester, supported by faculty, students and others who have donated to … Continue reading How MU’s Performing Arts Groups Have Managed to Stay Afloat Amid Budget Cuts

Manhattan Performing Arts Groups Announces New Presidents, and Discusses Plans for 2025-26 Academic Year

Manhattan University Singers at the annual Festival of Lessons and Carols.  @SINGERSSMU / INSTAGRAM Isaiah Rosario, Senior Writer Manhattan University’s performing arts groups ended the year with their annual announcements regarding new leadership for the fall.  New presidents of four performing arts groups on campus have been announced. Jason Matute will lead Scatterbomb, while Singers will have co-presidents for the first time: Vanessa Goncalves and Isabella … Continue reading Manhattan Performing Arts Groups Announces New Presidents, and Discusses Plans for 2025-26 Academic Year

Players Host Memorial Concert to Honor Aaron Schoepf

The Players performed the memorial concert in lieu of their spring musical. @PLAYERSMU / INSTAGRAM Victoria Schiller, Senior Writer In lieu of their annual spring musical, Players honored the life of beloved member Aaron Schoepf, ‘26 over the weekend during a memorial concert. Schoepf was highly involved in the performing arts throughout his time at MU. Originally, the spring musical, The Addams Family, in which … Continue reading Players Host Memorial Concert to Honor Aaron Schoepf

Students Display Talent in One Acts Performance

MU Players annouce show dates for One Acts 2025. @PLAYERSMU / INSTAGRAM Emmanouel Sofillas, Managing Editor In an exciting celebration of student artistry, Manhattan University’s Players brought energy, humor and emotion to the Smith Auditorium stage during their annual One Acts event. The event featured a collection of short plays directed, written and performed entirely by students, showcasing their creative range and collaborative spirit. This … Continue reading Students Display Talent in One Acts Performance

How to Pull an All-Nighter and Live to Tell the Tale: MU Student Brings College Life to the Stage

MU Players at the end of opening night. KAREN FLORES / THE QUADRANGLE Karen Flores, Senior Writer Laughter rang through Thomas Hall on Friday as audience members watched Manhattan University’s Players most recent production: How to Pull an All-Nighter and Live to Tell the Tale.  The production was written by one of MU’s own students, Robert Nolan. Nolan is a senior computer engineering major and … Continue reading How to Pull an All-Nighter and Live to Tell the Tale: MU Student Brings College Life to the Stage

V-Day Returns to Raise Awareness

The 2025 cast of V-Day performing in Hayden 100.MARY HALEY / THE QUADRANGLE Mary Haley, Marketing Chair & Asst. Features Editor Every year on and around Valentine’s Day, domestic abuse and violence against women increases. V-Day, an international activism movement, is commemorated annually by Manhattan University’s Players’ performance of V-Day, which includes a collection of monologues that range from violence against women to simply – … Continue reading V-Day Returns to Raise Awareness

Manhattan University’s Performing Arts Groups Outline Their Semester Plans 

The MU Singers performing together in the Chapel of De La Salle andHis Brothers at the Festival of Lessons & Carols. @SINGERSSMU / INSTAGRAM Laili Shahrestani, Features Editor Manhattan University’s Singers, Players and Scatterbomb have high hopes for the spring semester, and have planned a variety of new ideas to integrate into their programs. These three groups are key contributors to the performing arts scene … Continue reading Manhattan University’s Performing Arts Groups Outline Their Semester Plans