Arts
‘Glory and Gore’ Review: A Student Film Where ‘Saltburn’ Meets ‘The Secret History’
“Glory and Gore” can be aptly described as a cross between Donna Tartt’s novel “The Secret History” and the 2023 hit film “Saltburn.”
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Gianna Cavarozzi and Lyanna Zammas' film arrived on Youtube on Dec. 6 after months of waiting.
Artist Profile: Truong Minh Quý on Weaving Identity into Independent Film Productions
For now, the audience will just have to wait patiently as Truong crafts his next head-turning masterpiece that is sure to wow the world yet again.
Artist Profile: For Reginald A. Hudlin ’83, How a Can Do Attitude Can Become a Career
Hudlin’s knack for storytelling began when his older brother, tired of hearing his ideas without seeing them materialize, gave him a blank book.
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Reginald "Reggie" A. Hudlin '83 is a well-known director, producer, and screenwriter.
Boston Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’: An Annual Amazement
This rendition was a stunning production coupled with humor, a satisfying amount of human touch, and the usual technical prowess of Boston Ballet dancers.
‘The Snow Queen’ Review: Grand Kyiv Ballet Shares Its Unique Identity
Adapted from the same story that inspired Disney’s “Frozen,” the performance was captivating and full of holiday festivities.
‘Holiday Pops’ Review: A Splendid and Spirited Journey
The programming and execution of the concert provided an enjoyable experience for a variety of listeners.
Grand Kyiv Ballet 'The Snow Queen'
Grand Kyiv Ballet performs "The Snow Queen" at the Emerson Colonial Theatre.
Arts Vanity: The Best Choreography I’ve Ever Seen
I have taken the creative liberty to rank the best choreography I have ever seen — and likely attempted to learn — during my 22 years of life.
The Arts 2024 Year In Review
The Crimson Arts Staff ranks the best albums, films, TV shows, books, and cultural moments of the year, in addition to sharing some not-so-serious words of wisdom through their vanities.
Top 10 Films of 2024
The Crimson’s Arts Board presents its film favorites of 2024, from “Dune: Part Two” to “We Live in Time.”
Top 10 Books of 2024
The Crimson’s Arts Board presents its favorite books of 2024, from “The Mighty Red” to “Funny Story.”
Top 10 Albums of 2024
The Crimson’s Arts Board presents its musical favorites of 2024, from “BRAT” to “The Tortured Poets Department.”
Top 10 TV Shows of 2024
The Crimson’s Arts Board presents its television favorites of 2024, from “The Bear” to “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.”
Top 10 Cultural Moments of 2024
The Crimson’s Arts Board presents its favorite cultural moments of 2024, from “Brat Summer” to the “Jojo Siwa Rebrand.”
Arts Vanity: On the Jane Austen Macmillan Collector’s Library Box Set, and How Physical Books Carry More than Just Stories
When I think of books, I think of my Jane Austen box set, and the six titles included inside.
Arts Vanity: What the JFK Street Dunkin’ Renovation Means for Harvard
In a downright sneaky manner, the JFK St. Dunkin’ is now almost completely refurbished.
Arts Vanity: Artist Profile: Theater Executive Angelina X. Ng ’26 is Single
Angelina X. Ng ’26, funny Asian woman, Sabrina Carpenter fan, and outgoing Co-Theater Executive, spent this year on the Crimson’s Arts Board in pursuit of one thing: Love.
Arts Vanity: Artist Profile: Isabelle A. Lu ’26 is Also Single — Single-Minded in Her Plan to Ruin the Arts Section
Lu, who identifies as an Elphaba sun, Brat moon, and Shrek rising, has rapidly become one of my favorite people.
Arts Vanity: What Should Be On Your Next Spotify Wrapped
Here are some metrics and features that aren’t on your Spotify Wrapped this year but could be interesting to know.
Arts Vanity: A Starving (Pre-Med) Artist’s Winter To-Do List
I’ve created a detailed to-do list to maximize my artistic output during this upcoming holiday season.
Arts Vanity: Sleuthing Sondheim, or A Thank You to Amy Wilkins & Others (Whoever You May Be)
I encourage everyone to annotate their scripts and scores. Your enigmatic scribbles can provide enjoyment or enlightenment for someone in the future.