The Entertainment Industry in Quarantine: Staying Together While Being Apart
Written by Charissa Roberson
When COVID-19 sent the U.S. into lockdown, something almost unimaginable happened – the entertainment industry completely shut down. Theaters and cinemas...
Drive-In Movies
Written by Kristina Calhoun
Not your grandparents Drive-In Movie Theatre… or is it? The vintage 1930’s family entertainment is coming to the future. Starting August...
Choir: The Last Four Years
Written by Jessica Shelburne
From 2017-2020, the Roanoke College Choir Department has experienced a collection of remarkable events and moments. In the spring of 2017,...
Band: The Last Four Years
Written by Jessica Shelburne
The band is a staple of the Music Department at Roanoke College. Dr. Marc LaChance, the new director, has recently been...
A Farewell to Alexandra Gautier
Written by Jessica Shelburne
I have worked with Alexandra on the Entertainment staff for the last couple years, which includes many, many publications. During this...
Theatre RC: The Last Four Years
Written by Charissa Roberson
Over the past four years, Theatre RC has experienced important milestones and participated in some outstanding events. In 2017, Theatre RC...
How the Entertainment Industry is Responding to the Pandemic
Written by Jessica Shelburne
In a time where the world is on pause, businesses of all kinds have taken measures to accommodate for the extenuating...
The Films That Got Away (Without a Best Picture Oscar)
Written by Charissa Roberson
One problem with annual awards ceremonies like the Academy Awards, which recognize the “Best Picture” of the year, is that often...
Ten Feel-good Shows for Easy Stress Relief
Written by Joseph Carrick
The world seems to be losing its marbles right now with the new coronavirus spreading from China all the way to...
1920 vs. 2020
Written by Jessica Shelburne
The year 2020 is noteworthy for several reasons. One being that it’s been an entire century since 1920: the beginning of...
Ireland in the Movies
Written by Charissa Roberson
On St. Patrick’s Day, it’s always fun to put on a good “Irish film” and enjoy the beautiful scenery and accents....
Major Female Influences in Popular Culture
Written by Jessica Shelburne
From literature and art to music and film, men dominated every aspect of popular culture until women forced their way into...
Wigs Have Been SNATCHED!
Written by Joseph Carrick
The sensational drag race, now reaching its twelfth season, already has drama exploding in the production of the show that will...
RC International Film Festival Returns for Second Year
Between Feb.19-28, eight different films in eight different languages are screening at locations around campus as part of the annual Roanoke College International Film...
The Oscars and Why We Stopped Caring
Written by Joseph Carrick
For those who do not know, or more likely probably stopped caring in the face of midterms, the Academy Awards (otherwise...
Things to do Over Spring Break No Matter Where You Are
Written by Alexandra Gautier
Whether at home, vacation, or staying in Salem, be sure to make the most out of your Spring Break!
Things to do...
Notable Moments From Superbowl LIV
Written by Jessica Shelburne
Super Bowl LIV (54) was complete with special commercials, a stellar National Anthem, performance by Demi Lovato, and a saucy halftime...
2020 Grammys Recap
Written by Jessica Shelburne
At the 62nd annual Grammy’s music awards, multiple artists had their turn making history. This year, Billie Eilish and Lizzo made...
Coronavirus vs. Media
Written by Joseph Carrick
The coronavirus first emerged in Wuhan, China a few weeks ago, and China, and by extension the world, is beginning to...
Theatre RC Presents: An Enemy of the People
Written by Charissa Roberson
With the spring semester barely a month underway, Theatre RC is already deep in rehearsals for their upcoming show, “An Enemy...
