Culture Archives – The Statesman

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.

Queer love is important to see on the big screen

Arts Culture Movies Sex and Relationships 2021 Special IssuesMarch 21, 2021March 24, 2021

#OPINION: Films about queer relationships are necessary, but representation is only a fraction of the work society must do. It’s important to ensure changes translate over to the real world and aren’t just relegated to a screen.

“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before: Always and Forever” review

Arts Culture MoviesMarch 21, 2021

To any rom-com lovers, the “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” film series should be high on the list of movies to watch. The latest installment “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before: Always and Forever” was released on Netflix on Valentine’s Day.

Black and Asian Stony Brook students work to answer the question, “Are we allies?”

Arts CultureMarch 14, 2021

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, violence and blatant racism toward Asian people has skyrocketed. While people are becoming more aware of the issue, many are left wondering what can be done to support the Asian community.

Dental student Varun Goyal mixes passion for dance with career

Arts Culture DanceMarch 5, 2021March 9, 2021

Third-year student of dentistry, Varun Goyal has merged his passions of dance and dentistry into one unique amalgam.

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

Stony Brook Professor Opens Interactive Exhibition in New York City

Gossip Girl reboot releases its new trailer

The Presidential Lecture Series presents a talk with activist Tarana Burke

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