Category: Arts & Entertainment

Triple set of paintings depicting a horse and its owner. The outer two show the horse and owner on sunny days. The one to the far left shows a female owner patting the nose of the brown horse. The middle shows the horse with a halo against a starry background. The one on the right shows the owner riding the saddled horse on a bridle trail.

Posted on: April 28, 2026 Posted by: Angel Ramirez Comments: 0

MV art students showcased at Juried Exhibition

Photo by Angel Ramirez, Staff Photographer By Angel Ramirez, Staff Writer and Photographer The 2026 Juried Student Art Exhibition at Moraine Valley, held from March 24 through April 19, showcased a diverse and compelling collection of student artwork across a variety of mediums. The exhibitions highlighted the creativity, technical skill, and conceptual depth of emerging artists, offering people an opportunity to experience a wide range of perspectives and artistic approaches. From traditional drawings and paintings to innovative mixed media and three-dimensional works, the exhibition…

A pen and ink drawing of a three-story house with a covered porch near water with pine trees on either side, and a flock of birds flying away above the chimney on a yellow backgound.

Posted on: April 28, 2026 Posted by: Lemuel Kemp Comments: 0

MV portrayal of The Birds conveys thrills, tension

Graphic by Logan McQuaid, Graphic Design Intern By Lemuel Kemp, Staff Writer Suddenly, the set cuts to black. The audience is left seated, staring into the abyss as they anticipate live entertainment. Their wait is over when the curtain reveals the start of Moraine Valley’s The Birds. The Birds play is a combination of inspirations taken from the popular short story “The Birds” by Daphne du Maurier and Alfred Hitchcock’s…

A collage of 2026 Oscar winners, three on each side of an Oscar statutette with Conan O'Brien's face in place of the head on the award. Pictured vertically left side: Jessie Buckley, Coleman Domingo, and Timothee Chalomet. Pictured vertically right side: Leonardo DiCaprio, Michael B. Jordan, and Zendaya

Posted on: April 6, 2026 Posted by: Angel Ramirez Comments: 0

Hollywood stars step out in style to collect Oscar awards

Graphic by Logan McQuaid, Graphic Design Intern By Angel Ramirez, Staff Writer The 2026 Academy Awards delivered a night of allure and cultural narration of Hollywood’s iconic influence on global entertainment. The Academy Awards were held in early March at the iconic Dolby Theatre. This year’s Oscars blended tradition with glamour, offering a ceremony that was presently and futuristically celebratory. From the stylish red carpet looks to emotional acceptance speeches, the event captured worldwide phenomena. The evening began with a red carpet that was nothing short of stunning. Celebrities arrived in a remarkable array…

Image of the south entrance of the the Fine and Performing Arts Center (FPAC) at Moraine Valley Community College.

Posted on: February 26, 2026 Posted by: Renea Neely Comments: 0

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All photos by Renea Neely, Staff Photographer

Posted on: November 20, 2025 Posted by: Renea Neely Comments: 0

Oiled paintings and turmoil color DiCaprio Gallery

By Renea Neely, Staff Writer and Photographer The Robert F. DeCaprio Art Gallery in the F Building has a new gathering of stories to tell – frozen in time stories that have been formulated using oil pastels stir up deep emotions for the viewer. From feelings of serenity and peace, to anger and muddled sadness, the vibrant pastels are directly correlated to the vibrancy of their hidden stories. In the…

and image of a blurred woman jogging past a building with graffiti.

Posted on: November 11, 2025 Posted by: Jonah Marshall Comments: 0

Music Review: ‘Pumped Up Kicks’ sanitizes the horror of school shootings

By Jonah Marshall, Staff Writer According to the K-12 School Shooting Database there have been over 150 school shootings since the start of 2025. The latest school shooting occurred on September 10, where a 16 year old student shot two people at Evergreen High School. The 16 year old gunman, Desmond Holly, shot himself and was announced dead following the mass shooting. This incident shows a repetition in history as…

The title page of the movie One Battle after Another showing the main characters in a desert environment at sunset.

Posted on: November 6, 2025 Posted by: Erykah Newson Comments: 0

Review: ‘One Battle After Another’ excites audiences in top films of the year

By: Erykah Newson, Staff Editor An unforgettable high-speed vehicle pursuit, nuns that have turned away from their morals, and an intriguing Benicio del Toro sensei who gives viewers the urge to pursue martial arts – all of the above have been intellectually clustered into a single film. Electrifying. Hilariously unsettling. Cinematically vigorous. Undeniably, his highest grossing film to date, Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’ is a classic action…

Posted on: November 6, 2025 Posted by: Renea Neely Comments: 0

Walcott’s art depicts support, strength, fragility

Photo Spread by Renea Neely, Staff Photographer Pictured above is Cold Shoulder made from insulation, adhesive, an handmade basket, steel, fan, and a ring shade pull. Far Be It From Me Sept. 24 – Oct.26 During the month of Oct. 2025, the Robert F. DeCaprio Art Gallery in the F Building (FPAC) displayed the artwork of Lisa Walcott. Her artwork is made from various materials from wool to wood, and…