Step into the magical world of fairy tales, as Monmouth University’s Theatre Department prepares for their performances of James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s “Into the Woods.” “Into the Woods” written by Lapine with music from Sondheim is about those classic Brothers Grimm stories you know and love. You might know some of the songs from […]
Author: Lorelai Hilarczyk
Sea.Hear.Now Festival 2025: Surf, sun, and soul
W hat could be better than another year of iconic bands, nostalgia, and ultimate vibes all on one of Jersey’s most beloved beaches? Asbury Park hosted over 35,000 music lovers on both Sept. 13 and 14 for Sea.Hear.Now music festival. Just when you think it couldn’t get bigger and better, Sea.Hear.Now not only expanded the […]
“Man’s Best Friend” : Sabrina Carpenter outlines girlhood
Oh boy! Sabrina Carpenter released her seventh studio album, “Man’s Best Friend” on Aug. 29, a little over a year after “Short n’ Sweet.” The new album of 12 songs has received both acclaim and backlash. It seems no one understands Carpenter’s simple yet clever lyricism and feminine position. However, people across the board cannot […]
“Runaway American Dream”: BHR honors Springsteen’s 50 year milestone
Monmouth University’s culture encompasses many things, but at the forefront is the love for New Jersey’s music history and Bruce Springsteen, aside from “Annie,” of course. So it was no surprise that our student record label, Blue Hawk Records (BHR) had teased a release over the summer seemingly paying homage to the singer’s 50th anniversary […]
Inside “A Minecraft Movie”: A sit down with Chris Galletta
“A Minecraft Movie” has taken the internet and cinemas by storm. The homage to the 2011 video game features a star-studded cast of Jack Black (Steve), Jason Momoa (Garett Garrison), Emma Meyers (Natalie), Sebastian Eugene Hansen (Henry), Danielle Brooks (Dawn), and Jennifer Coolidge (Vice Principal Marlene). Not only has this film been a huge success, […]
Class of 2025 graduation playlist
Well, it’s that time of year, Hawks. It’s graduation season, which means the class of 2025 is about to be on their way to bigger and better life experiences. I’ve created a playlist compiled of 25 graduation-inspired songs for those looking to get in their feels before they get their degree. Here are 15 tracks […]
Monmouth University’s Music and Theatre Department presents “Industry Alumni Networking Event”
O n April 8, at Woods Theatre, successful Monmouth alumni gathered to share their advice, lives, and love of music. Over the years, Blue Hawk Records (BHR) has made 25 compilation albums with 132 original artists creating 147 tracks, involving over 900 students. Their contributions to not only the university but also to these students’ […]
A night at the Transparent Clinch Gallery: The Nick Moss Band and Dennis Gruenling
If you’re ever looking for an experience that’ll last a lifetime, go to the Transparent Clinch Gallery in Asbury Park. I had the pleasure of attending the “Blues Band Workshop & Show with Nick Moss and Dennis Gruenling Live at the Transparent Clinch Gallery,” on April 10, which featured a Q&A discussion and a live […]
Wonders of the music world: Discover your next favorite artist
The music world is full of new artists, musicians, and genres to discover. Whether it’s Folk, Rap, Pop, or Alternative, there’s certainly no shortage of talent in the industry. Some of the best artists are the ones hiding in plain sight and as much as I love mainstream music, there’s something so magical about underground […]
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) to visit Monmouth University
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) will visit Monmouth University (MU) on Apr. 6 through 9 as part of the reaffirmation accreditation process. MSCHE is a global institution of education that “ensures accountability, self-appraisal, improvement, and innovation through peer review and the rigorous application of standards within the context of institutional mission,” according […]