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RALT concert at Prof's Place. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller

Rowan Alt hosts last show of the semester

Lily Miller, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

Prof’s Place was feeling loud and local Friday, Dec. 6 as Rowan Alt hosted their last show of the semester. This show featured three emo and punk bands native to the region, Mechanical Canine, Frankie...

Rowan students standing ovation for "Come Together." - Staff Writer / Lily Miller

Come Together: the fall 2024 dance cabaret

Lily Miller, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

From Dec. 5-8, the Rowan University Theatre and Dance Department presented Come Together, an original dance cabaret. This show was directed by Dr. Leslie Elkins, Dr. Christopher M. Roche, and Jessica Arnold...

Students from the Rowan Opera Company sing a song from Die Fledermaus (The Field Mouse) at the Rowan Fall Opera Collage at Pfleeger Concert Hall, Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, November 23, 2024. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller

Rowan Opera Company holds Fall Collage

Lily Miller, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

On Nov. 23, the Rowan Opera Company presented the Fall Opera collage, a collection of scenes from many operas. Over the course of the two-and-a-half-hour show in Pfleeger Concert Hall, a variety of composers...

“The Cala part of it means cattle and the Coco is a dueling piece, in regards to a couple of instrumental parts that create an intense feel for the music,” said director Dr.Fabio Oliveira.  - Contributor / Savannah Love Chadee

Rowan University Percussion Ensemble hosts Fall Concert

Savannah Love Chadee, Contributor December 4, 2024

Rowan University Band’s Fall Showing of 2024 withstood a strong, upbeat tone for the opener, from greeting the audience with a warm welcome to bringing a blend of chamber music to Brazilian and Californian...

"The Bramble House, while unaffiliated with Rowan Alternative, is dedicated to providing a venue for local artists to perform for the Glassboro music scene." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Bramble House hosts house show

Dan Hassall, Staff Writer November 13, 2024

Last Saturday night on Nov. 9, the Bramble House hosted a house show featuring multiple local music acts.  Alt-rock band Sore Winner opened and was followed by a performance by Swansun, another alternative...

"So why not enjoy some of the admiring award shows? Some may say that the point of these awards isn't mainly to be entertaining but to highlight the dedication of artists and actors in the industry." - Staff Writer / Dakim Marcel Randolph

2025 Grammy nominations are coming soon, who will win?

Dakim Marcel Randolph, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

I have always adored these award shows as a young teenager in the Jersey urban neighborhoods. I remember my first award show event as it played a vital role in my career. It was near the middle school...

Goofy At Night's vocalist sings an open letter to Drexel University President John Fry during the Rowan Alt Music Halloween Show, Glassboro, NJ. Friday, October 25, 2024. Photo via Staff Photographer.

RALT hosts thrilling off-campus show

Dan Hassall, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

Though you would be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t enjoy live music, many Rowan students are completely unaware of Glassboro’s thriving underground music scene. On Saturday, Oct. 26, Rowan...

The Band Concert plays in Pfleeger Concert Hall. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, October 17, 2024. - Staff Photographer / Genevieve Saquella

Rowan University Bands presents first annual Collage Concert

Lily Miller, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

The Rowan University Bands’ first annual Collage Concert brought together three of RU’s bands to blend contemporary and classic music. The Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, and Pride of the Profs Marching...

"Flash forward ten years, I was front row at Carpenter’s first hometown arena show at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia."- Staff Writer / Mattie McKay

The Short N’ Sweet concert from a day one fan’s perspective

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer October 16, 2024

So, I had the absolute pleasure of attending Sabrina Carpenter’s “Short n’ Sweet” tour last Tuesday, Oct. 8.  This was Carpenter’s first time headlining areas, and accompanying the tour is...

“In honor of his artistic excellence, his incredible impact as a teacher, and his remarkable personal character.” - Staff Writer / Lily Miller

Medal of Excellence recipient Mikail Voskresensky returns to Rowan

Lily Miller, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Boyd Recital Hall was graced by a piano master last Saturday, Sept. 28 as Mikhail Voskresensky, a Russian pianist with over 70 years of performing and teaching under his belt, played a concert as part...

Earl Phillips in Pfleeger Hall. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller

Earl Phillips Big Band brings a night of jazz to Rowan University

Lily Miller, Staff Writer September 25, 2024

On Sept. 19th, the Earl Phillips Big Band brought a taste of swing to Pfleeger Concert Hall as part of the Rowan Spotlight Series.​​ This 18-piece ensemble featured a robust horn section to the right,...

2024 VMA Awards graphic. - Photo via mtv.com

Boring MTV Video Music Awards made entertaining with the right group of friends

Mattie Mac Kay, Contributor September 18, 2024

The 2024 “MTV Video Music Awards” wasn’t necessarily a night to write home about… unless, of course, you’re megastars, Taylor Swift or Chappell Roan.  I had the pleasure of watching this...

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