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 Jessica Shelburne Every year since 1995, the Victoria’s Secret fashion show has aired across millions of television screens as women who embody the VS idea of beauty strut the catwalk in dazzling lingerie. However, it was recently confirmed by VS parent company, L Brands, that the 2019 fashion show has been canceled. This…
Written by Alexandra Gautier Basically all you need to know about the 2019 American Music Awards is: Taylor Swift. Oh, you want to know more than that? Ok. Swift won *6* trophies, bringing her grand total to 29 AMA awards – that’s five more than the previous record-holder, Michael Jackson with 24. Swift swept (yes,…
Written by Charissa Roberson One of the best parts of Christmastime is snuggling up with a great holiday movie. The best movies truly capture the spirit of Christmas and remind us of what should be important at this time of year. “It’s a Wonderful Life,” starring Jimmy Stewart, is a beloved black-and-white film that shows…
Written by Jessica Shelburne Black Friday is just like an expensive marathon that starts in the middle of the night. Except that it’s much better than a marathon because minimal running is involved and you get to buy gifts for loved ones (or yourself). Just like runners train for a big race, shoppers can also…
Written by Charissa Roberson Once the Thanksgiving feast is over, the long afternoon sets in — the perfect setting for a trip to the cinema. This year, two high-quality family films are coming out just in time for the holiday. Disney’s sequel to their massive animated hit “Frozen” will be released in theatres Nov. 22. …
Written by Jack Miller Roanoke College’s theater department put on for their fall performance, a rendition of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This play takes the crown as Shakespeare’s most famous comedy and follows the events leading up to a triple marriage. The couples, Hermia (Charlotte Gaston, freshman) and Lysander (Ryan Haden, senior), and…
Written by Alexandra Gautier You can’t put a price on childhood memories and nostalgia for days gone by. Well, that is, until now. Disney took a page out of Netflix’s book of online movie and TV streaming service and created Disney+, with a price tag of $6.99 per month. The Disney company has accumulated a…
Written by Joseph Carrick Families across the United States and around the world have unique ways of celebrating the American holiday of Thanksgiving. Common traditions Americans follow in a typical Thanksgiving celebration include watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the carving of the turkey, or a viewing of Charlie Brown’s Thanksgiving…but how did Charlie Brown…
Written by Jessica Shelburne 2019 has been an interesting year for many reasons. The most recent of which is the new way of reciting the alphabet that has gone viral on the internet. Creators of the song, Dream English Kids, first released this video in 2012, alongside other educational videos intended for young audiences. The…
Written by Joseph Carrick The weekly protests outside the Capital Building have not been going over well for protesters, which means that their plan is working perfectly. Critically acclaimed actress and life-long protester Jane Fonda was arrested alongside fellow co-stars in order to bring attention to the issue of climate change. Honestly, who else but…