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From "CHIHIRO" to "BIRDS OF A FEATHER," Billie Eilish captivated the audience throughout each performance of her Hit Me Hard and Soft tour, showcasing her deep connection with fans worldwide.

Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour is the greatest

Aambar Agarwal, Social Media Manager December 6, 2024

This year has been amazing for pop music. From Charli XCX’s “Brat” to Dua Lipa’s “Radical Optimism,” Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” to Sabrina Carpenter’s “Short n’...

Father John Misty's inconspicuous album “Mahashmashana” is subpar compared to his previous releases that allowed for musical exploration and lyricism that rang true for a variety of audiences.

“Mahashmashana” is not my favorite Father John Misty album

Kate Gordon, Life Editor December 6, 2024

Released Nov. 22, “Mahashmashana” is the sixth studio album by Josh Tillman under the moniker Father John Misty. Like Tillman’s previous albums, “Mahashmashana”—an anglicization of the word...

Cynthia Erivo's and Ariana Grande's performances as Elphaba and Glinda were phenomenal in the new cinema adaptation of "Wicked," with their energy and vocals making the show an unforgettable watch.

“Wicked” is an astoundifying translation from stage to screen

Penelope Cloonan, Staff Writer December 6, 2024

It seems the “Wicked” movie has been in the works for as long as I can remember. The musical first appeared on Broadway in 2003 and the movie adaptation was announced in 2012. Many young people, including...

Indie pop artist St. Vincent releases "Todos Nacen Gritando," a direct Spanish translation of her previous album "All Born Screaming," with the new album cover mimicking the previous one of St. Vincent engulfed in flames.

St. Vincent explores new sounds in “Todos Nacen Gritando,” a direct translation of prior album

Kennedy Wolf, Staff Writer November 22, 2024

This past Friday, Nov. 15, popular indie rock artist St. Vincent released her ninth studio album, “Todos Nacen Gritando.” The title’s English translation is “all born screaming” and is a direct...

Paul Mescal (left) stars in "Gladiator II" as Lucius Verus. Ariana Grande (middle) and Cynthia Erivo (right) star in "Wicked" as Glinda and Elphaba, respectively. Both movies premiere on Friday, Nov. 22.

“Glicked” is unlikely to replicate the success of “Barbenheimer”: An exploration of major pre-release problems in both films

Kate Gordon, Life Editor November 22, 2024

Note: This piece was written in advance of the movies’ 11/21 release date. We all remember the magic of “Barbenheimer,” the summer 2023 dual release date for the movies “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer.”...

CWRU biology professor Barbara Kuemerle published her new novel "KRISPR" in August. The book follows the story of an undergraduate student who makes a remarkable discovery in gene editing and explores the bioethics surrounding the topic.

Dr. Barbara Kuemerle on bioethics, teaching and her new novel, “KRISPR”

Rithika Karthikeyan, Contributing Writer November 22, 2024

Dr. Barbara Kuemerle, a biology professor at Case Western Reserve University with a PhD in genetics, has long been fascinated by the power of gene-editing technologies like CRISPR. When the technology...

The Observer's Editorial Board taste-tested nine of D.P. Dough's signature calzones, with the BBQ Chicken Zone scoring the highest with 4.4/5 stars and the Cheeseburg Zone scoring the lowest with 1.1/5 stars.

The Editorial Board puts D.P. Dough to the ultimate test

Shivangi Nanda and Zachary Treseler November 15, 2024

At the start of the semester, D.P. Dough opened an Uptown Cleveland location, promising Case Western Reserve University students another late-night food option. After years of construction and a few eviction...

What to do this Homecoming week(end)

Kate Gordon, Life Editor November 15, 2024

Event: “Some Like It Hot” at Playhouse Square’s Connor Palace Date: 11/15-24 Price: From $30 Description: Set in Chicago during the Prohibition era, this stage adaptation of the 1959 classic...

For many invested in the arts, November is marked by CWRU Footlighters' highly anticipated fall musical. This year, Footies put on a comedic rendition of the off-Broadway musical "Heathers," filling Eldred Hall with heartfelt laughter.

Footlighters’ “Heathers” hits all the right notes

Shivangi Nanda, Executive Editor November 15, 2024

On Nov. 7-9, Footlighters returned to the stage with their production of “Heathers: The Musical.” Based on the 1989 cult classic film, “Heathers” blends sharp wit with catchy rock ballads, exploring...

Falling into the sound: A playlist to embrace autumn’s moods

Auden Koetters, Director of Design November 15, 2024

Autumn often feels like a season of quiet retreat—a time when the warmth of summer fades, leaving us to wrap ourselves in layers, not just of clothing, but of memory and solitude. It's the perfect time...

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