Tame Impala Perfect Temporal, Atmospheric Sound on ‘The Slow Rush’
Tame Impala’s album “The Slow Rush” is well worth the five-year wait since they last released an album. It is a cohesive exploration of reflections on the past and thoughts about the future.
EXPLORING EATERIES: Adams Morgan’s Lucky Buns Creatively Fuses British and Asian Cuisine
Hal Rogers (COL ’22) examines Lucky Buns’ creative fusion of British and Asian cuisine and explores the aesthetics of Adams Morgan in this week’s “Exploring Eateries.”utilizes gameplay choices to bring the player into the world of the novel.
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EXPLORING EATERIES: Adams Morgan’s Lucky Buns Creatively Fuses British and Asian Cuisine
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‘Merry Wives’ at the Folger Theatre Delights with Talented Acting, Engaging Humor
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Tame Impala Perfect Temporal, Atmospheric Sound on ‘The Slow Rush’
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Comedy Groups on Campus Offer Fresh Voices, Community
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Mask and Bauble Offers Modern Spin to ‘Hedda Gabler’
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‘Birds of Prey’ Crafts Harley Quinn’s Feminist Narrative
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Georgetown University Dance Company Showcases Creativity at Spring Performance
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Enigmatic Artist 070 Shines on Her Debut LP ‘Modus Vivendi’
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‘Bombshell’ Blunders with Poor Writing, Shallow Character Development
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Pets on Campus Provide Emotional Support, Engage Community
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EXPLORING EATERIES: Simply Banh Mi Impresses with Savory Flavors, Affordable Prices
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Black Movements Dance Theatre Stuns With Celebration of Legends
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NYU Grey Art Gallery Spotlights Pioneers of Arab Art
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‘The Rhythm Section’ Falls Flat With Lack of Depth, Realism
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Metronomy Dazzles With High-Energy Performance
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‘Just Mercy’ Thoughtfully Illustrates Themes of Injustice, Family
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‘The Wolves’ Evocatively Depicts Adolescence, Acceptance
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Harry Styles Showcases Emotional Fragility on Sophomore Album
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