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The Suffolk Journal

Your School. Your Paper. Since 1936.

The Suffolk Journal

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American Repertory Theater transcends image of trans-community

Kendra Huber February 1, 2017

Imagine the surprise when arriving to a stage filled with nothing but seven empty chairs. No backdrop, no color, just plain, black chairs on a brightly lit stage, creating a sense of raw intimacy. Paul...

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“Title TBA” springs into second semester as first Suffolk stage performance

Elvira Mora February 1, 2017

Kicking off the spring semester in the Suffolk University theater department was the return of the Spotlight Series, "Title TBA.” The Spotlight series is an entirely student run series showcasing developing...

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Living for tomorrow

Felicity Otterbein February 1, 2017

With the hype that surrounds the natural environment and the growing concept of climate change, it’s difficult to bring people together in a serious way to discuss the issues that affect the immediate...

Fresh start: Gardner Museum hosts event encouraging new beginnings

Fresh start: Gardner Museum hosts event encouraging new beginnings

Felicity Otterbein January 22, 2017

In the courtyard of the Isabella Stewart Gardner museum on a frosty January evening, two members of the trio “String Things,” performed a continuous flow of traditional jazz. Paired with the dark and...

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“Hamilton” mixtape leaves listeners satisfied with features from chart topping artists

Morgan Hume December 7, 2016

For the first time in history, an award-winning Broadway musical has created a mixtape.  Lin-Manuel Miranda released a new album filled with remixes and covers of the beloved Grammy-winning soundtrack...

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Suffolk alums in band Jack Romanov dedicate performances to ACLU

Felicity Otterbein December 7, 2016

Four men stood on the small stage at O’Brien’s Pub in Allston, MA. Only three of them were wearing shoes. That’s because Michael Mirabella of Jack Romanov preferred to never wear shoes during a performance. The...

Get to know Jack Romanov and its Suffolk alum

Felicity Otterbein December 7, 2016

From rehearsing inside Suffolk University’s 150 Tremont residence hall’s basement to now rehearsing and recording in a funeral home parlor, the band Jack Romanov has dedicated the last few years...

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From The Strokes to CRX, Nick Valensi puts on endearing performance

Jillian Barrows November 29, 2016
With the recent release of their debut album, “New Skin," CRX have been on tour since early November promoting it. They performed nine out of 10 songs from the album in the intimate and tasteful setting of Brighton Musical Hall to a crowd of devoted fans Sunday night.
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Fitz and the Tantrums bring energetic stage presence to House of Blues

Haley Clegg November 22, 2016

Fans were not deterred by bad weather and could be seen lined up in the rain, waiting for the doors to be opened to Fitz and the Tantrums as they revisited Boston on Tuesday. As soon as doors opened, young...

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Beatlemania phenomenon explained by author Candy Leonard

James MacDonald November 22, 2016
Dr. Candy Leonard engaged Suffolk students and faculty with a talk on the sociological phenomenon of “Beatlemania” in the Poetry Center in the Suffolk University library on Thursday.
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Madeon and Porter Robinson electrify Orpheum Theater

Catarina Protano November 21, 2016

Nestled in an alleyway beside Suffolk University’s own Sargent Hall, the Orpheum Theater opened its doors to fans and new listeners of the artists Madeon and Porter Robinson. The feature tour...

The Strokes’ Nick Valensi to play at Brighton Music Hall

The Strokes’ Nick Valensi to play at Brighton Music Hall

Jillian Barrows November 17, 2016

For those who are big fans of The Strokes, you’re in for a real treat. Strokes guitarist Nick Valensi will be playing a show with his new band, CRX at Brighton Music Hall Nov. 20 at 8p.m. to tour their...

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