King Lear, the story of an aging monarch who decides to divide his kingdom amongst his three daughters, is widely regarded as William Shakespeare‘s crowning artistic achievement. In this story Lear puts his daughters through a test, asking each to tell him how much she loves him and if […]
Month: February 2014
Zombie Boy: A Fine Show of Local Talent
New Hampshire is a state that doesn’t see a lot of films made in it or about it. This is largely due to the fact that the state doesn’t provide tax breaks for films. While that fight is still being fought by professionals for more opportunities, that doesn’t mean […]
Johnny Cupcakes
Johnny Earle is coming to campus. Some might know him better as Johnny Cupcakes. Still aren’t sure? Well before any hungry college kids get too excited, he doesn’t actually make cupcakes. For those who don’t know, Earle is the founder and CEO of the clothing company, Johnny Cupcakes. Starting primarily […]
Top 6 Least Romantic Movies
Valentine’s Day is over, so no more romantic movies. Here are some of the most brutal, gruesome, or just downright depressing movies that are the perfect cure for that Valentine’s Day hangover. 1. Reservoir Dogs: Quentin Tarantino’s debut filled with blood, gangsters, corruption, betrayal. Not so romantic. The story […]
All-New Marvel NOW Review Round-Up
If Marvel Comics is known for anything, it certainly isn’t for maintaining a status quo. The comic book publisher recently launched All-New Marvel NOW!, the second wave of the company’s line-wide Marvel NOW! re-launch from 2012. While not as extensive as DC Comics’ universe-erasing New 52 reboot from 2011, […]
Practicing Peace: Sidore Lecture: Why Libya? Why Not Syria?
On Tuesday night in the Smith Recital Hall, faculty, students, and Plymouth residents alike gathered for the first Sidore lecture of the spring semester. According to Plymouth State’s website, the Sidore lecture series addresses, “critical issues and events in politics, society, and culture,” and each academic year addresses a different […]
“Hey, I Found Your V-Card”
Maybe you’ve done it. Maybe you haven’t. Either way, losing your virginity is AWKWARD most of the time. So, what are some of the most awkward ways Plymouth students have “lost their V-Card?” Male PSU Senior: Sophomore year of college, my roommate set me up with a friend of his […]
Flappy Bird Flies the Coop
Seemingly out of nowhere, Flappy Bird flew down and overtook the smartphone gaming scene, besting app records across the marketplace. Then, just as quickly, left. It’s challenging to walk around campus and meet someone who hasn’t heard of the seriously addictive, albeit mind-numbing, game that has captivated PSU students […]
PSU Acapella Group Set to Perform at ICCA Competition
Plymouth’s own Acapella group, Mixed Emotions, will be competing at the Quarterfinals of the International Championship of Collegiate Acapella (ICCA), taking place on February 23rd at Northeastern University. This will be ICCA’s 18th-annual competition. The groupwill be judged on musicality, soloists, beat boxing, and visual aesthetic (including choreography). Leading […]
Women’s Basketball ends Regular Season with Tough Loss
The Lady Panthers basketball team traveled to Rhode Island College, where they were upended by the number one seed in the Little East Conference, 70-33. This marked the end of the regular season for PSU. Plymouth started the game with a quick 8-4 lead. Rhode Island responded with three […]