On September 6, “Citations Needed,” a play co-written by Daniel Lanigan O’Hara and Tanner Hudson, was read by MUN Drama at the LSPU Hall as part of St. John’s Shorts’ Short Play Festival. Daniel Lanigan O’Hara is an Undergraduate student…
St. John’s SHORTS: 8th annual Short Play Festival
Opening on September 6th, the 8th annual Short Play Festival will run until the 17th at the LSPU Hall. The festival will consist of five public play readings, a show written for younger audiences (TYA) and fifteen main stage performances.…
From Palestine to Newfoundland: A Journey of Cultural Resilience
Stories of Palis My late grandfather, who bravely left al-Majdal, Palestine due to the occupation, used to say, “If life has taught me anything, it’s that healing and peace begin with acknowledging the wrongs committed.” His words resonate deeply with…
Locally developed app aims to help students connect with their university
A new app created by a Memorial University student is aiming to help students with an age-old problem: Discovering events and clubs on campus that might pique their interest. The app “Uniconn,” created by Girish Verma, claims to connect students…
Artist-run center bridges art and technology for creative exploration
Eastern Edge, an artist-run center for visual arts, has recently been engaging in creative projects showcasing technology’s potential as a medium for creative expression. Having acquired a 3D printer, CNC machine, VR headset, and more, Eastern Edge has been demonstrating…
Opera On The Avalon entering its 15th season
Opera on the Avalon (OOTA), Newfoundland and Labrador’s premier opera company, recently held a press conference to announce its highly anticipated 15th anniversary season. With a diverse lineup of extraordinary performances and ground-breaking initiatives, OOTA is set to captivate audiences…
“Don’t Give Up on Me, Dad”: A Play Highlighting Mental Health and Empathy
In the upcoming play, “Don’t Give Up on Me, Dad,” veteran playwright Andy Jones pays tribute to his late son, Louis, who died by suicide in 2014. Through this deeply personal production, Andy explores Louis’ struggles with mental health and…
MUN Medicine hosts annual art gallery
On May 9th and 10th, MUN Medicine hosted its annual art gallery at the Atrium of the MUN Medical School. The event featured a wide variety of art forms, all created by faculty, staff, alums, and other members of the…
St. John’s Improv: the Jam Jams Jam
St. John’s Improv has been hosting improv shows for just over a year. In celebration of their flagship show’s one-year anniversary, they hosted “Jam Jam’s Jam” at the Hub, attracting a large crowd full of laughter. Improv For those who…
Showcasing Newfoundland’s writers at SPARKS 2023
After many complications and delays over the past three years, the annual SPARKS Literary Festival is finally back in full swing. The 2023 SPARKS Literary Festival was initially scheduled for January but was postponed due to weather. Fortunately, the event…
