Monmouth University’s theatre department kicked the first of five nights of Theatre Fest with the Fresh Faces of 2024: A Showcase of Monmouth’s Talented Theatre Freshman on Wednesday, Nov. 20. The following days would feature Spark Sessions: A Night of Original Works by MU Players, Music and Theatre Collaboration: Celebrating Stephen Sondheim, Alpha Psi Omega […]
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“His Middle Name”
Thursday night of Theatre Fest hosted Spark Sessions: A Night of Original Works by MU Players at 8:00 p.m. in Woods Theatre. The night consisted of four original productions created completely by Monmouth students. One of the original productions of the night was written by Timothy Pakrad, senior English major, titled “His Middle Name.” “His […]
Party 101: Freaking the freak out with Matt Bennett
Hey now, hey now, we had a night of what dreams are truly made of. A night of partying with your friends and a Nickelodeon icon to the songs we grew up on in an iconic Jersey Shore location set the bar high for going out (at least it did for Lorelai). “The Outlook” editors, […]
Get into the holly jolly spirit: Holiday watchlist recommendations
In the words of Mariah Carey, “It’s time!” With the semester coming to a close and finals just sneaking around the corner, some of us may have forgotten that we are in the first week of the best holiday season ever. Every December, I make myself a list of must-see movies to get me in […]
“Cobra Kai”: Season 6 part two preview
“Cobra Kai” is back. The highly anticipated second part of season six was released this past week on the streaming service Netflix. This series is inspired by “The Karate Kid” franchise and has gained a popular following ever since the first season came out all the way back in 2018. With the new episodes being […]
Tate McRae: Rising pop sensation
Taking the pop industry by storm, Tate McRae is exactly what the music industry has been waiting for. It seems like the rise of dance-pop and superstars is making a comeback. Coming from the professional dance world and aspiring to be a backup dancer, McRae’s stage presence and identity as a performer are so strong. […]
A New Addition to Sensory Deprivation and Survival Horror: The Edge of Sleep
Would you survive the apocalypse? Would your friends and family survive it? What if, in order to survive, you had to deny yourself a basic human function to even have a chance? In recent years, film and TV shows have been experimenting with this concept. These are sensory deprivation horror movies set in post-apocalyptic worlds […]
Megan Park’s “My Old Ass” is equally hilarious and heartbreaking
If you had the chance to travel back in time and share a message with your 18-year-old self, what would you say? Megan Park’s newest film, “My Old Ass” explores this very topic. On the night of Elliott’s (Maisy Stella) 18th birthday, a mushroom trip connects her with her 39-year-old self, or her “old ass” […]
Tours to catch in 2025: Which one of your favorite artists is hitting the road?
With 2025 just around the corner, your favorite artists and bands are gearing up to hit the road and visit a city near you. Here are some notable tours coming up in 2025 that are definitely sure to draw crowds and be a once in a lifetime concert.The iconic 90s british rock band, Oasis, announced […]
Billie Eilish’s “Hit Me Hard and Soft” Tour: A safe space for women
Earlier this year, on May 17, Billie Eilish released her third studio album titled “Hit Me Hard and Soft.” Just weeks prior, Eilish had announced “Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour”, which includes 81 stops across North America, Australia, and Europe and would officially begin on Sept. 29 in Quebec, Canada. Eilish’s setlist is […]