Launched in September 2018 as the first official mascot for the Philadelphia Flyers, Gritty has time and time again been recognized as a cultural phenomenon. Initial reactions were extremely divisive, with a…
Category: Arts
“Heathers” 101: What to know before the musical makes its Broadway revival
September 1, 1989. Dear diary… “Heathers” is once again swinging by the Big Apple in 2025, after playing off-Broadway at the New World Stages in 2014. The musical, which is based on…
Previewing the REP’s 2024-25 season
Having kicked off their 2024-25 theatrical season this month, the Resident Ensemble Players (REP) have a lot to offer this school year. Scheduled shows include everything from classic Shakespeare shows to horror…
Dive into Delaware performing arts: A view on the dawn of the 2024-25 season
The spectacles of live theater and music performances span wider than the long breadth that is Broadway in New York City. The shows travel the country to several cities with their own…
A fashion show for everyone
In recent years, the fight for diversity, equity and inclusion has become a goal in several fields. The fashion industry is no exception, and one nonprofit organization has taken on the mission…
The future of the New Castle County Arts Commission
Following the establishment of the New Castle County (NCC) Arts Commission in December of 2023, its members have been hard at work establishing their goals, from public art installations to library renovations….
Newark Natural Foods: It is not just a grocery store
What do a weekly farmers market, Sunday morning yoga and CPR certification classes have in common? They can all be found at the Newark Natural Foods grocery store. Currently located in the…
Maria João Petisca and Cantonese lacquerware: A study of Chinese culture and Portuguese activity
From April 15-19, the university’s Asian Studies program partnered up with the Departments of History, Art Conservation, Art History, the Chinese Studies program, the Center for Historic Architecture and Design and the…
Feature: Annabelle Brame’s senior fashion collection
Annabelle Brame, a graduating senior fashion design major with an entrepreneurship minor, is the co-president of Synergy Fashion Group. Synergy was one of the few RSOs involved in this year’s inaugural University…
University professor Anna Wik selected for New Castle County Public Arts Commission
A few months ago, New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer officially established the New Castle County Public Arts Commission. The commission was co-sponsored by Councilmembers Dee Durham and Valerie George. “The Public…