Crimson staff writer
Makayla I. Gathers
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A Black Woman’s Analysis of ‘Wicked’ The Musical: Examining Elphaba’s Story 20 Years Later
More than the beautiful score and mystical spectacle, "Wicked" tells a story that can resonate with many Black women — demonstrated through Elphaba's development and realization of her own power and strength in spite of villainization.
Concert Review: Bruno Major’s Impassioned Roadrunner Performance
Bruno Major met and surpassed every expectation, leaving only one question: When is he dropping the live album?
‘Assassins’ Review: Balancing Terror and Comedy
Lyric Stage's “Assassins” is seamless. There is never a dull moment, and the show is guaranteed to leave audiences speechless.
'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.
‘Sister Act’ Review: 'Sunday Morning Fever'
How does a convent of nuns find itself intertwined with nightclubs and gangsters?
37th Annual Cultural Rhythms Show: Welcome to the Block Party
Cultural Rhythms 2023 was a festival of unification.
‘Red Moon In Venus’ Review: A Celestial Music Journey
This long-anticipated album is a treat for fans as it maintaining similar musical motifs to “Sin Miedo,” while also exploring novel sounds.
‘Bel-Air’ Season 2 Premiere Review: The Fresh Prince Is Back
“Bel-Air” is consistent with its interweaving of social issues affecting the Black community into the plot, while also highlighting the role of young people in attempts to make change.
‘Kindred…’ but not Really: The Dissection of the Adaptation
The TV series “Kindred,” which premiered on Dec. 13th of last year, was created by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and aimed to modernize Butler's novel.
Adam Melchor Concert Review: 'Here Goes Nothing'
Catching up with him after the concert, The Harvard Crimson asked him how he felt after his performance. “I feel great about it, it's so nice to be able to play live,” he said.