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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Prom goers in fancy dress slow dance under string lights at the Broadside Theater in New Orleans.

Students host prom for release of new short film

Mia Oliva, Reviews Editor March 4, 2023

This past summer, digital filmmaking sophomores Oliver Parker and Quinn Young collaborated to generate a concept for their script-to-screen class. In approximately four days, “Muff” was born.  Parker...

Doghaus performs live at Neutral Ground Coffee House

Tulane’s music scene is trying to leave the Doghaus

Macie Batson, Editor in Chief March 2, 2023

When Tulane business major Brody Smith decided to put a band together, he didn’t realize how difficult it would be to recruit musicians from Tulane. He decided to distribute fliers and conduct interviews,...

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“Wednesday” review: Two (Snaps)hots of the Addams Family

Arianna D'Antonio, Worldview Editor February 26, 2023

The beauty of Tim Burton’s creations is that he knows how to cater to horror by scaring adults in an odd way and engaging kids in a not-too-frightening way. "Wednesday" does the same, but the scripting...

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“When You Finish Saving The World” review: Finally a real teenager movie

Kloe Witt, Breaking News Editor February 24, 2023

After a long, agonizing wait, A24 Productions finally released their new movie “When You Finish Saving the World”, starring Finn Wolfhard and Julianne Moore.  Personally, I had been waiting for...

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Paramore’s “This is Why” review: A millennial return to music within the world of Gen Z

Dajah Saul, Social Media Graphics Lead Designer February 23, 2023

Six years after the release of “After Laughter”, Paramore has returned to the scene with their newest work of art, “This Is Why”.  The newest album from Paramore shows that the band has returned...

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“The Fabelmans” review: Pure Spielberg with a twist

Miles Doleac February 17, 2023

On the one hand, “The Fabelmans” bears the narrative hallmarks that have punctuated Steven Spielberg’s now fifty-plus-year career: troubled family dynamics, children adrift, an idealistic dreamer...

Rocky Leonard singing at a performance.

Loyola vocalist learns self-love through music

Violet Bucaro, Copy Editor/Staff Writer/Photographer February 16, 2023

Loyola vocalist learns self-love through music “Music is healing” Loyola popular and commercial music senior and vocalist Rocky Leonard said music was one of the only ways she was able to recover...

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“Elvis” review: How a straight man achieved high camp

Oliver Parker, Contributing Writer February 14, 2023

I have seen Baz Luhrmann’s “Elvis” six times. Four of the six were in theaters. Even after six times, I cannot fully comprehend the way I feel about this film. I hope it sweeps at the Academy Awards. “Elvis”...

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“Abbott Elementary: Season 2” review: Emmy-award-winning Quinta Brunson does it again

Victoria Hardy, Equity & Inclusion Officer February 13, 2023

Quinta Brunson upheld the caliber of her pilot episode, which won her an Emmy Award in 2022, and graced "Abbott Elementary" fans with a second season of comedic realness. The Hulu series entertains...

Community Book Center, stacks of books

Support local Black-owned businesses

Maleigh Crespo, Design Chief February 11, 2023

The culture and customs that we love and appreciate are founded upon the Black experience. Mardi Gras, Creole cuisine, and jazz music are just a few of the things that make New Orleans a city that many...

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“The Banshees of Inisherin” review: A reflection on morality under civil divide

Janssen Van De Yacht, Contributing Writer February 10, 2023

With three Golden Globe wins and nine Oscar nominations under its belt, “The Banshees of Inisherin” has taken this year’s award season by enviable storm, and for good reason. Writer and director...

Aniya Teno works on music in a Loyola studio.

A new face is rising in Neo-Soul and modern R&B

Sofia Luciano, Life and Times February 9, 2023

Known by their fans for their sweet and tender melodies, Aniya Teno has captured the soul and attention of those who listen to their music. The Loyola music industry junior from New Iberia, Louisiana...

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