FEATURES

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Audiences love film adaptation of "21 Jump Street"

By Staff Writer | March 23

The concept of old TV shows being turned into feature-length films is no new practice for filmmakers. Audiences have seen countless examples over the years like "Charlie's Angels," "Dukes of Hazard" and "The A-Team." While many of these movies capture the original spark of their source material, very few branch out with new ideas to make a name all their own. But "21 Jump Street" has seemingly broken this trend through its comedic take of undercover cops in the modern high school of America.

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Jazz quartet performance and lecture to take place in Jubilee Hall

By Staff Writer | March 23

Students looking for a night of jazz music needn't look farther than Jubilee Hall. Jazz pianist and scholar Dr. Keith Waters will perform and talk about the music of Miles Davis this Tuesday.

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The Hunger Games: Music to die for

By Staff Writer | March 21

"The Hunger Games" books have already proven to have a remarkably wide appeal, ensnaring adults and children alike in its gripping, heart wrenching plot. As evidenced by the release of the movie's soundtrack on March 20, the series has also captured the imaginations of a number of today's most popular musicians-and has them crossing musical boundaries.

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The Hunger Games: Mandatory viewing

By Staff Writer | March 21

The future has never looked so bleak as it does in "The Hunger Games," opening in theaters tomorrow.

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New show 'Awake' will not put you to sleep

By Staff Writer | March 21

You are in a major car accident. Either your spouse or your child was killed. How do you feel? Now imag­ine you do not know which one was killed - that you could live every day with both your spouse and child individually, but never with the three of you together again. On one hand, you will always question your sanity and live in a world where one of your family members is dead. On the other hand, you will still have some sort of a life with your loved ones. But is it worth it?

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SHU student plans to compete in Miss New Jersey pageant

By Staff Writer | March 21

Some students sing in the shower. Junior Anna Negron sings at New York Knicks games.

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The Boss is back

By Staff Writer | March 12

If Bruce Springsteen's latest release can tell us anything, it's that The Boss is certainly back.

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The Lorax' not the film Dr. Seuss intended

By Tiffany Do | March 10

Heartwarming, quick-paced and generic – just some of the words one might use when describing "Dr. Seuss' The Lorax." The film, which opened on Seuss' 108th birthday, tells the story of Ted, voiced by Zac Efron, who singled-handedly brings trees back to a town that had completely rejected the idea of anything natural.

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Good Old War debuts great new tunes

By Staff Writer | March 8

The increasingly popular indie-folk band Good Old War released their third album this past Tuesday and "Come Back as Rain" will have everyone coming back for more. The 11-song album stays true to the Philadelphia-based band's eclectic roots but introduces a slower, more relaxed sound. The trio, which consists of Tim Arnold, Keith Goodwin and Dan Schwartz, provide listeners with breezy music that is easy to listen to.

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Men are from Mars

By Staff Writer | March 1

In 1912, the first novel of Edgar Rice Burroughs's "John Carter" series was published. Though perhaps not as well-known as Burroughs's other creation Tarzan, John Carter would go on to influence generations of scientists and science-fiction authors. Plans for a film adaptation of the series have been in existence since 1931, but until recently, they have always fallen through.

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Baby: The Musical' at SOPAC this weekend

By Staff Writer | February 29

What do a college-aged couple, a thirty-something couple, and a middle-aged couple have in common? In most cases, not much. With different ages come different beliefs, attitudes and goals. But in the musical "Baby," the three age groups are united by one basic commonality - impending parenthood.

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Oscar favorite comes to DVD

By Staff Writer | February 29

Film Title: "Hugo"

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Mario Party is back

By Staff Writer | February 29

Ain't no party like a Mario Party, ‘cause a Mario Party don't stop.

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Disney delves into sci-fi with 'John Carter'

By Staff Writer | February 29

Though Edgar Rice Burroughs' first "John Carter" novel was published in 1912, the hero is about to get a modern face.

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Blue Plate Special is great addition to community

By Staff Writer | February 29

The Blue Plate Special is a unique addition to the South Orange community that opened in late 2011.

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Band seeks pledges to record album

By Staff Writer | February 29

Secondhand Serenade is looking for fans to help release a new album by giving them incentive to donate through pledegemusic.com.

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New Edition rocks NJPAC

By Staff Writer | February 22

Lights on, bass pumping, drinks flowing and dancing in the aisles. That was the setting for New Edition's 30th Anniversary Tour at New Jersey Performing Arts Center on Feb. 19.

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J. Cole to headline Seton Hall concert

By Staff Writer | February 22

2012 Grammy nominee J. Cole will perform in the fieldhouse on May 4, as the main act for the spring concert.

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And the Oscar goes to... Best Actress

By Tiffany Do | February 22

This year's award for Best Actress brings together a variety of outstanding performances, from first-time nominee Rooney Mara to Oscar favorite Meryl Streep. Viola Davis, Glenn Close and Michelle Williams fill out the ballot.

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Turning the tables: Turntable.fm redefines internet radio

By Staff Writer | February 22

The new online music website Turntable.fm lets anyone take a spin at the role of DJ in an innovative, interactive format.