“I’m Not A Boy, Not Yet A Woman”: Gender Roles In Musicals
Sarah Johnston breaks down the nuances of flipping gender in musical theatre roles Image(s): playbill.com With so many shows and revivals...
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- Jun 3, 2021
In Defense of the Baritone
Griffin Godsick laments the fall in popularity of an iconic vocal part Image(s): history.com I’m going to issue you a challenge... Ready?...
- Jun 3, 2021
Theatre and Streaming: where will we be post-pandemic?
Isy Platt discusses the future of theatrical streaming as audiences are allowed to return to the venues Image(s): www.ntlive.com Picture...
- May 4, 2021
My Introduction to Inverted Detective Stories
Caitlin Kilpatrick discusses an inventive twist on wildly popular crime-solving media Image(s): metv.com Like many others, I spent the...
- Apr 2, 2021
Art as Catharsis: Then and Now
Sierra Thompson breaks down the history of art as a method for healing Image(s): The New Yorker The world has always been imbued with...
- Mar 2, 2021
Muse of the Month
Ella Crowsley highlights a pioneer of American dance Image(s): myblackhistory.net My muse is… Gregory Hines, an American tap dancer,...
- Mar 2, 2021
You + Jokes + This Article = Great Show: The Science of Stand-Up Comedy
Sarah Johnston breaks down the intricacies of how stand-up comedians consistently make us laugh Image(s): deadline.com In my opinion, the...
- Mar 2, 2021
Shakespeare’s legacy and impact in the 20th and 21st centuries
‘That one might read the book of fate and see the revolution of the times’: Isy Platt discusses the relevance and impact of Shakespeare...
- Feb 1, 2021
Muse of the Month
Griffin Godsick discusses one of Broadway’s most promising luminaries Image(s): playbill.com My muse is… Rachel Chavkin, artistic...
- Feb 1, 2021
Perfection: An impossibility, an unattainable state, an essential
Sarah Johnston delves into why perfection in creativity is overrated, and mistakes can benefit us all Image(s): Youtube.com Creating...
- Nov 23, 2020
Fulfilling Fantasies with Promenade Theatre
Erica Ostlander discusses promenade theatre's immersive and interactive departures from traditional theatre Image(s): Future of...
- Oct 1, 2020
Roundtable Discussion
How should we treat classic works of art that are not politically correct? Griffin: So, obviously one of the prime reasons that we love...
- Oct 1, 2020
From Runway to Broadway: The Evolution of Fashion for Characterisation
Sarah Johnston examines the parallels between the clothing of high fashion and musical theatre, and how they tell stories Image(s):...
- Oct 1, 2020
Musical Theatre: A Mirror of History
Isabelle Molinari traces the pattern of Broadway musicals offering timely social commentary, and what makes them so influential Image(s):...
- Sep 2, 2020
Interview with Frank Rich
Griffin Godsick, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Calliope Arts Journal, interviews former New York Times Chief Drama Critic and current...
- Sep 2, 2020
All Fun(d) and Games
Charlotte Perkins argues why state-subsidised arts programs are more beneficial to society Image(s): IMDb The success of the arts should...
- Sep 2, 2020
Fighting For Space
Tabitha Benton-Evans weights the advantages of alternative staging locations Image(s): University of St Andrews St Andrews has a thriving...
- Sep 2, 2020
Roundtable Discussion
For St Andrews students looking to go into various careers in the arts fields, how well do you think the course options on the whole and...
- Aug 19, 2020
Don’t Rock the Jukebox: Why jukebox musicals deserve more credit
Staff writer and musical theater aficionado, Sarah Johnston shares her thoughts on the value of jukebox musicals. We were halfway down...
- Aug 17, 2020
5 Ways to Nourish the Art Lover in You Right Now
In the era of COVID-19, so much is inaccessible. Coffee with friends, sporting events and even a simple trip to the grocery store have been
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