To quote Jacobim Mugatu from Zoolander, “I feel like I’m taking crazy pills.” This just about sums up my life after viewing Rock of Ages. I think, also, that my respect for humanity dies a little bit each time I see Tom Cruise in something new. And I thought he could degrade himself no further. This musical tells the story of a real-life “small town” … Continue reading Presenting… S#*t of Ages
I’ve never been to a male strip club, and I’m not saying that I’m about to hop into my car and race off to Minneapolis to find one. However, Magic Mike was pretty entertaining. I’ll admit that all I knew about it before watching it was what a friend had told me: “Yeah, that’s about male strippers. Apparently there’s a bunch of naked dudes.” The … Continue reading Grab your dollar bills, Magic Mike’s got a magic tush
150 Years of Swedish Art Named after Sweden’s King Gustav II Adolf, Gustavus thrives with strong Scandinavian roots planted by our Swedish founders. While we celebrate our Sesquicentennial by remembering the past and looking forward to the future, the history of Sweden’s rich artistic tradition is being honored. Part of the Sesquicentennial celebration is the collaboration with museums in Stockholm, Nationalmuseum and Moderna Museet, … Continue reading Hillstrom opens sesqui- centennial-themed exhibit…
The suggestion offered above is for all those Gusties out there who would like to enjoy their bedroom for the remainder of the school year. I have since had a nightlight installed. Cabin in the Woods tells the story of five college students who decide the upcoming weekend is prime for taking a janky old motorhome to a pleasantly abandoned cabin. This cabin is conveniently … Continue reading Do not watch alone in your room with the lights off
A multi-media event exemplifying the spirit and culture of 150 years of education Internationally renowned director and choreographer Stephan Koplowitz honors the Gustavus Sesquicentennial with four site-specific performances that were performed on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 and will be performed again this Saturday. The pieces, unique from each other by time and location, are delivered as one body of work exemplifying the culture of Gustavus. … Continue reading Dance show defines Our Place, In Place
Six hours of entertainment from Gusties and local performers In an effort to celebrate the changing of the seasons, KGSM Student Radio and the Musical B.A.R. are reviving the old CAB tradition of an annual outdoor festival featuring music, dance, acting and comedy. Earth Jam Revolution (EJR) will be a six hour celebration in Eckman Mall on Friday, May 11. “KGSM wanted to put on … Continue reading Earth Jam…
The Hillstrom Museum of Art will host the annual senior art show this Saturday, The reception will last from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The exhibit will include thirty-five different pieces of vibrant artwork available for purchase made by senior, Gustie studio art majors. “It is a great opportunity to purchase beautiful artwork for a low cost,” Director of Hillstrom Museum of Art Don Meyers … Continue reading Senior Art Show showcases spring semester work
The Student Activity Fee is distributed to both Student Senate who received 54 percent this year and the Campus Activities Board (CAB) who received 47 percent. Next year Building Bridges will receive 3.5 percent and Student Senate will drop to 49.5 percent and the CAB will receive the same percent as this year. “The Student Activity fee is an amount charged each year to every … Continue reading CAB and Senate share finance distributions
A play unlike any other performed at Gustavus, Origin Story brings the genre of graphic novel to the stage in a production by students and Director Cory Hinkle. The play is an interpretation of Dan LeFranc’s 2010 play and largely remains similar to the original. Many of the lines are taken from the comic panels of the play and reads directly as a comic. Stage Manager … Continue reading Origin Story relates to a broader audience
The Open Mic, a new weekly segment co-hosted by Seniors Max Beyer and Wade Underwood, brings to the station a taste of live music each Wednesday night. So far the duo has hosted an array of Gustavus student and faculty acts, including Cam Nelson, The Hiccups, G Sharp, Peter and the Magic Tone and Justin’s Jazzy Jams. Beyer’s initial interest in KGSM began at the … Continue reading KGSM Show Spotlight: The Open Mic
