Culture Archives – The Statesman

Stony Brook professor opens interactive exhibition in New York City

Arts Culture Fine ArtSeptember 12, 2021September 26, 2021

Stony Brook art professor Nobuho Nagasawa opened an interactive art exhibition about the cycle of life and the unprecedented challenges of the coronavirus pandemic at the Westwood Gallery in the Bowery District of New York City on Aug. 19.

Gossip Girl reboot releases its new trailer

Arts Culture TVJune 4, 2021June 7, 2021

SPOTTED: The rumors are true. Gossip Girl is back. Last Friday, HBO Max released its first look at the much anticipated reboot of the beloved mid-2000s CW drama, Gossip Girl.

The Presidential Lecture Series presents a talk with activist Tarana Burke

Arts Culture VideosMay 10, 2021

On April 21, Stony Brook University President Maurie McInnis presented a conversation with activist and Me Too movement founder Tarana Burke as a part of the Presidential Lecture Series.

Godzilla vs. Kong: A pure fun monster action violence spectacle

Arts Culture MoviesApril 23, 2021April 24, 2021

Marvel and DC combined their cinematic universes to create an epic battle between two of the most famous movie monsters in the history of cinema: Godzilla and King Kong. “Godzilla vs. Kong” was released on March 31 in theaters and on HBO Max.

Long Island business owner creates a space for local craftsmen to be recognized

Arts Culture Long IslandApril 22, 2021

Owning a business was Lyn Cooperman’s longtime dream. She achieved that when she opened the North Fork Craft Gallery in Wading River four years ago, one of a group of small stores attached to The Inn and Spa at East Wind.

Remembering DMX, the Ruff Ryder

Arts CultureApril 13, 2021

The Ruff Ryder known as Dark Man X or DMX died at White Plains Hospital Friday morning. During the entirety of his week-long hospitalization, the 50-year-old rapper and actor was supported by family, friends and fans, who held a prayer vigil for him.

New York’s favorite organist: Paul Cartier

Arts CultureApril 11, 2021

Sports and music have always been intertwined for Cartier. Indistinguishable from the crowd at a game, Cartier shares an ability similar to Garry Howatt, his favorite hockey player, to carry a larger presence than initially expected.

Lana Del Rey reminisces and moves on in new album “Chemtrails Over the Country Club”

Arts Culture MusicApril 6, 2021

#REVIEW Del Rey continues to discover herself through song and “Chemtrails Over the Country Club” is simply her latest installment documenting the journey.

Stony Brook University student photographers share tips and tricks to capturing the perfect photo

Arts CultureMarch 27, 2021March 29, 2021

Photography makes important moments last. Though it captures the best and worst times, they are all moments to remember.

Quelly Woo is bringing “Tactical Pressure” to the drill music scene

Arts Culture MusicMarch 26, 2021

Brooklyn drill artist Quelly Woo is releasing his first EP, “Tactical Pressure,” on April 2. Check out this Q&A with Quelly Woo from The Statesman.

Culture

“Interior Chinatown:” National Book Award winner Charles Yu discusses writing for Hollywood

Celebrating the oldtime tradition of Oktoberfest

¡Mi cuerpo es mío, yo decido! – The devastation of the Texas abortion ban for people of color

“¡Chile! Despertó” exhibition showcases the power of “estallido artístico” in protests

“Our Stories Carried Us Here” brings immigrant and refugee visionaries to the Wang Center