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Arts & Entertainment

Street’s Favorite TV and Movies of 2021

This year provided us with no shortage of binge material for quarantine, escapism, and plain old lazy days.

by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE

A Look Back on Stephen Sondheim's Finest Works

A tribute to the late composer’s impressive career

by KAYLA COTTER

'Red (Taylor's Version)' is Not Just A Sad Girl Autumn Album

The re–recording of one of the most iconic Taylor Swift albums teaches about owning life's difficult moments. 

by FERNANDA BRIZUELA

A Year Through My Headphones

Using my top tracks to reminisce about 2021

by JESSA GLASSMAN

Penn Dance and Glee Club Present their 20th Annual Collaboration

Penn Dance and Glee Club collaborate to bring Penn students a shadowy show.

by FERNANDA BRIZUELA

Vinyl Sales Are at an All–Time High. Manufacturers Can’t Keep Up.

Following massive releases from Adele and Ed Sheeran, small artists are having trouble releasing their albums on vinyl.

by EVAN QIANG

Strike a Pose: Presenting Arts House’s “Vogue”

The group’s first in–person show in two years was a stylish success.

by JESSA GLASSMAN

WTF is an NFT?

Here’s everything you need to know about these crypto collectibles.

by JESSA GLASSMAN

Award–Winning Penn Filmmaker Eli Ricanati on his Gripping Short Film, 'The Frontiers Are My Prison'

Eli Ricanati’s new short film is an impressive and mature story on consciousness and creativity. 

by JACOB POLLACK

‘Eternals’ Falls Victim to the Marvel Formula

Marvel’s latest effort shows why it’s time to redefine the superhero genre.

by KAYLA COTTER

Why You Hear “All I Want For Christmas Is You” Weeks Before Dec. 25

November and December are now officially "Mariah Carey Season."

by DEREK WONG

The War on Drugs Reveres The Rock of Old on 'I Don't Live Here Anymore'

The Philly band’s fifth album is an anthemic tribute to past icons.

by GRAYSON CATLETT

How ‘Living Single’ Was The Blueprint For ‘Friends’

The impact of Living Single can’t be understated or ignored.

by SHELBY ABAYIE

In ‘XOXO,’ SOMI’s Charismatic Voice Is Nearly Drowned Out By Collaborators

The K–pop soloist’s debut album was supported by well–known BLACKPINK producer, TEDDY.

by DEREK WONG

The Feminine Urge to Base Your Personality On Girlbosses in Film

Analyzing trends in our favorite female protagonists from 2000 onwards

by CINDY ZHANG

Radiohead's War with Spotify isn't Over

The band’s critique against the streaming service remains a pressing issue today.

by GRAYSON CATLETT

Escape the Cold with these Cozy Compositions

Check out our favorite seasonal art picks in the Philly area.

by IRMA KISS

Meet Emma Blum: From Writing on the Playground to Winning Awards

Artist Spotlight | How this English student imbues emotion in every sentence 

by JESSA GLASSMAN

What to Expect in 'Riverdale' Season Six

Based on the first five installments, here's what the latest might look like.

by TARA ANAND

The Coming–of–Age American College Experience

America is deeply devoted to the dream of attending college—and is far less interested in the quality of education it provides.  

by HEATHER SHIEH

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