Campus Arts
‘Origen’: Bosco Sodi Installs Reflective Contemplation at the Harvard Art Museums
Bosco Sodi’s “Origen” expertly mirrors and grounds its museum context within its gold and terracotta forms, captivating the viewer in its alternating themes of reflection and absorption.
Harvard ARTS FIRST Festival Brings Community to Campus
Much like the events from the festival ignited curiosity and wonder in viewers, the ARTS FIRST Festival sparked a sense of unity across the Harvard community.
Paul Taylor Dance Company Review: The Art of Elegance
Paying homage to Taylor’s brilliance and unmatched creativity, the full cast flooded the stage for “Company B,” with ten musical selections covered by the Andrews Sisters.
Artist Profile: Conductor Earl Lee Debuts in Symphony Hall in Culmination of Rewarding Career
After reminiscing on his accomplished career, Lee emphasized the importance of music for those involved in music at any level.
'Call and Response: A Narrative of Reverence to Our Foremothers in Gynecology'
An impressive amount of historical background and research accompanies the newest exhibit, detailing the ways the art pieces intersect with history while uncovering the dark truths behind anthropology, sociology, and our overall medical system.
Eleganza MMXXIII: ‘Rebirth’ Electrifies Crowds at Bright-Landry Hockey Center
The event drew resounding praise from the student crowd, some of whom traveled from the Boston area or further in order to see the show.
In Photos: Eleganza 2023
Eleganza returned to a sold-out crowd at the Bright-Landry Hockey Center on Saturday for its “Rebirth” show. The annual fashion and dance performance was started in 1994 by Harvard’s Black C.A.S.T. with an aim to “redefine beauty and aesthetic style on campus.”
CompFest Brings Harvard’s Musical Voices Together
Emulating the casual energy of a coffeehouse performance was one of Leahy’s goals to make the Cabaret a welcoming space for diverse composers of all styles and experiences to present their work.
Boston Ballet’s ‘Don Quixote’: The Delightful Return of a Classic Tale
Boston Ballet's "Don Quixote" truly goes above and beyond in all aspects of the performance.
Expressions ‘The X Factor’: An Energetic Hip-Hop Showcase
The Harvard Expressions Dance Company is a fully student-operated hip-hop dance group that’s been on campus for over forty years.
Artist Profile: Paul Taylor Dance Company Member Madelyn Ho ’08 on Following Your Passion
Most importantly, Ho shared, “if there's something that you love, you can find some way to incorporate it into your life. And I think that's — that's important."
Laura Coe’s ‘Falling Together’ is an Immersive Experience into the History of Breakdancing
An important part of Coe’s performance was honoring the space and the ground upon which she and her partners danced.
37th Annual Cultural Rhythms Show: Welcome to the Block Party
Cultural Rhythms 2023 was a festival of unification.
Unbinding the Archive: A Senior Thesis Performance on Queer History and Memory
Titled “Unbind This Book, Unstitch This Body,” the performance was a four-part journey through archival research, queer history, and the deeply personal process of gender affirmation.
In Photos: Lupe Fiasco at Harvard Law School
A Grammy award-winning rapper and a visiting scholar at MIT, Lupe Fiasco led an event for Harvard Law School affiliates to learn about the Royal Game of Ur this March.
‘Disney Animation: Immersive Experience’ Review: Bask in Disney Nostalgia
Ultimately, the 'Disney Animation: Immersive Experience’ promises to be a fun and relaxing night out, comparable to an upgraded version of a drive-in movie.
Ghungroo Explores and Celebrates Identity in its 35th Year
Ghungroo is a show that allows those of South Asian identities to express and share their experiences and customs.
Artist Profile: Maxine Gordon on Jazz Geography and the Allures of Archivism
Gordon’s connection to the jazz musicians in her books is not merely that of researcher and subject: She brings a profound sense of engaged biographical scholarship that grants a rich sense of vibrancy to her work.
‘From the Andes to the Caribbean’ Review: Harvard Art Museums’ Spring Exhibition Looks Anew at American Art
It’s these thoughtfully curated critiques which powerfully reset the table of American art and artists.
Battle for Yardfest: Two Student Acts Win Opening Spots for Yardfest 2023
Reflecting on the battle, the performers shared a sense of fast-paced fun.
Brighton Bazaar’s Retromania: Bringing Vintage to the Present
If Brighton Bazaar’s Retromania proved anything, it’s that the community answers when thrifting calls.
Jennifer Coolidge Honored as 73rd Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year
It was only 12 degrees outside in Harvard Square on Feb. 4, but dangerously freezing temperatures didn’t stop die-hard Jennifer Coolidge fans.
Artist Profile: Hannah Adler’s ’25 Journey of Creating a Grammy Award-Winning Album with her Youth Symphony
Grammy-award winner Hannah K. Adler ’25 is at the forefront of modern classical music.
Circa’s ‘Sacre’ Review: Defying the Limits of Circus Performance On Stage
Circa’s original interpretation of Stravinsky’s “The Rite of Spring” spoke to the company’s overall vision of fusing elements of circus performance with traditional performing art forms; namely theater and dance.
Marcus Schulkind Profile: Keeping Ballet Vital
In an interview with The Harvard Crimson he spoke on the importance of establishing a “yin yang” relationship between dance, health, and “movement and energy,” citing his acupuncture work as the catalyst for making him more aware of this vital connection.