Arts
“The Notebook” is a cult classic romance released on June 25th, 2004. I have only watched the movie once, whereas my roommate has never seen it. We grabbed a bite to eat and were set for the next two hours. After watching the film I did a bit of research about behind-the-scenes. Looking at an […]
October 4th was the opening night for the sequel of Todd Phillips’ successful 2019 film, Joker. The highly anticipated thriller starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, Joker: Folie à Deux, turned out to be a work of art that much of the audience hadn’t been prepared for. The movie had previously been announced to have […]
The Kansas Wesleyan University Music Department has filled December with festive musical events, including a wind ensemble and orchestra concert with Percussion, music student recitals, choir performances, and the annual Christmas by Candlelight. Every music student, major and non-major, has worked diligently to represent KWU with excellence. Their hard work and dedication have made the […]
The anime industry is upholding its impressive resume in 2024, giving fans amazing stories with out-of-this-world animation, and new compelling characters. We’ve gotten impressive continuations of long-running franchises such as One Piece, Bleach, and even Dragon Ball. But this year alone, several new series have emerged and grabbed the attention of new and seasoned fans […]
Kodachrome, written by Adam Szymkowicz, this play was selected as the Kansas Wesleyan University Theatre Department’s production this semester. Shows were performed over homecoming weekend. The following gallery is from the show that took place on Friday, October 18th. To see other galleries and articles covering other past events, click here.
On October 18th Kansas Wesleyan celebrated Tim Stone and his exhibit “My Own Wilderness”. This was one of many of the wonderful events held during Homecoming weekend. Stones’s work was showcased with an exceptional reception held by Lori Wright, the Department Chair of the Art and Design program. Other showcases include Kansas Through the Lens […]
After a period of lengthy renovations and upgrades, the historic venue of Sams Chapel reopened to the public during the Homecoming Weekend celebrations in the Fall of 2024. NewsDesk reporter Ryah Klima has the story here.
A new exhibit opened up in the Art Gallery on the bottom floor of Sam’s Hall of Fine Arts on Friday. Former KWU student and now artist, Billy Brassea, with more than 20 paintings, had his own reception. He is a former ballet dancer and Broadway performer. The exhibit was titled Alternate Reality in Oil. […]
The Kansas Wesleyan Wind Ensemble and String Orchestra made their successful debut on October 24th. The string orchestra opened the concert with a captivating concerto featuring four soloists and a solo cellist. The wind ensemble, directed by Benjamin Rohrer, followed with a program of five pieces. Wind Ensemble Benjamin Rohrer, the adjunct wind ensemble director, […]
Ella Enchanted came out on April 9th, 2004. It starred Anne Hathaway as Ella of Frell and Hugh Dancy as Prince Charmont. Described as a modern-day Cinderella and Prince Charming story, it follows Ella’s troubling life with being given the gift of obedience. The fantasy world is full of fairies, ogres, elves, giants, and magic! […]
