This page consists of any and all popular occasions in entertainment media and pop culture. From Hollywood, California, to our very own Roanoke College, reporters of the entertainment page cover music, films, both visual and performance art, and other similar recent events.
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 hosted artist-in-residence Doug Berky, an expert in an early form of Italian comedic theatre known as Commedia dell’Arte. During his time at Roanoke College, Berky instructed the students in performing…
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 circumstances. Whether shutting down completely or providing services through contactless interaction, the COVID-19 outbreak has certainly required businesses to be creative in their methods of offering services to customers. The…
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 there are numerous excellent films vying for the same prize. Award-worthy films can fall by the wayside, simply because there happens to be a highly competitive field that year. But…
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 our front door. However, the stress associated with the sudden change in living arrangements should not simply be repressed! Gather your friends and family together and settle in for some…
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 arguably the most remarkable decade in United States history. During these eventful years, Americans witnessed the birth of mass culture, the Jazz Age, Prohibition, and the cultural civil war. Each…
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. However, some of America’s favorite (and most well-known) films about Ireland tend to be Hollywood versions of what Ireland is believed to be, and not the best representations of reality. …
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 the spotlight and exhibited their own talent and importance. Every woman is relevant in the fight for equality, but there are some women in particular whose effort and essence change…
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 affect the filming and contestant lineup. For those uninitiated, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” is the award-winning program now produced by VH1 but always hosted by RuPaul herself in drag along with…
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 Festival (RCIFF). After an exciting and successful inaugural year, Modern Languages professor Dr. Elizabeth Groff is thrilled to be bringing the festival back in 2020. “We’ve partnered with a lot more…
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 known as the Oscars) took place on Feb. 9 in Los Angeles. Joker, whose box office broke the $1 billion-dollar mark received 11 nominations, more than any other film this…