arts Archives – The Statesman

The Staller Center for the Arts closes their doors through May 15

by Melissa AzofeifaArts TheaterMarch 23, 2020March 23, 2020

COVID-19 is disrupting life as we know it and Inkles wanted people to know that The Staller Center for the Arts is committed to doing their part for the common goal, which is keeping everyone safe and healthy.

“Onward” is a magical experience, but it falls short of the high standards that Pixar has set.

by Alexander BakirdanArts MoviesMarch 8, 2020March 8, 2020

I’ve never been disappointed by a fun and enjoyable movie like this before, but the entire time I was watching “Onward,” it felt like Pixar was holding back on me.

LGBTQ+ Center celebrates two years with open mic event

by Claudia MotleyArts CultureMarch 8, 2020March 8, 2020

Stony Brook’s LGBTQ* Center hosted “Queer Grounds: Open Mic and Coffeehouse” on Friday to showcase the artistic talents of the university’s LGBTQ* community.

Korey Wise inspires with his story during the Black History Month closing ceremony

by Maya BrownArts CultureMarch 1, 2020March 1, 2020

After a month of recognizing and celebrating the contributions of black Americans, the Black History Month closing ceremony was held on Wednesday, Feb. 26 in the Sidney Gelber Auditorium.

Stony Brook University Orchestra Has Triumphant Performance

by Paul BroderickArts MusicMarch 1, 2020March 1, 2020

No one moved. They couldn’t clap. Everyone is caught in a grip of tension from the journey they had just been on. Respect and reverence hovered over the crowd that did not break.

SBUs Center for Civic Justice Hosts Interactive Discussion “Thinking Inside the Box: The Truth Behind the Stereotypes”

by Amaya McDonaldArtsFebruary 28, 2020February 28, 2020

To celebrate Black History Month and the contributions of black people in the U.S., Stony Brook University (SBU)’s Center for Civic Justice hosted an interactive discussion called “Thinking Inside the Box: The Truth Behind the Stereotypes,” on Feb. 17. The event discussed stereotypes and how they affect the way we view ourselves as well as others.

Faith, Danger and Freedom Merge in “Harriet”

by Justin MitselmakherArts MoviesFebruary 28, 2020February 28, 2020

On Friday, Feb. 21, the Staller Center for the Arts presented the acclaimed film “Harriet” to a nearly full audience. Directed by Kassi Lemmons, “Harriet” follows American heroine Harriet Tubman on her journey to freedom and her work in the Underground Railroad.

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“Onward” is a magical experience, but it falls short of the high standards that Pixar has set.

LGBTQ+ Center celebrates two years with open mic event

Korey Wise inspires with his story during the Black History Month closing ceremony

Stony Brook University Orchestra Has Triumphant Performance

SBUs Center for Civic Justice Hosts Interactive Discussion “Thinking Inside the Box: The Truth Behind the Stereotypes”

Faith, Danger and Freedom Merge in “Harriet”

Roddy Ricch confirmed headliner for Brookfest 2020

“Waves” starts off dizzy and leaves viewers in a trance

USG announces Brookfest artist reveal postponed in wake of Pop Smoke's death