Ben Smith

Duke students kick off Tongue and Sole Lab

Hoof ’n’ Horn beckons us to follow them 'Into the Woods'

The lights dim, the sounds of a serene forest spring subside while the audience in Shaffer Lab Theater falls to an anticipating quiet. Everyone is here to see Hoof’n’Horn’s Spring production of "Into the Woods." 

Six ALP courses to round out your fall schedule

Still trying to knock out your T-Reqs? Look no further. 

Matt Reeves’s ‘The Batman’ is a brooding triumph of superhero filmmaking

Simply put, “The Batman” is excellent, with near-perfect casting, stunning cinematography, deft comic adaptation and shrewd directorial decisions

More than one narrative: Duke Libraries' 'Land of Lapis lazuli and Gold' exhibit works to expand awareness of Afghan culture

While there must be a recognition of the sadness and trauma experienced in the Afghan nation, images such as the ones in this exhibit illustrate the rich, complex cultures and experiences present there. 

BROCKHAMPTON brings the band back together for a successful penultimate album

BROCKHAMPTON’s maturation process continues with their new album, “ROADRUNNER: NEW LIGHT, NEW MACHINE,” which may be the most polished and cohesive project to come from the group yet.

Return of the mic: Duke Coffeehouse to host annual Brickside Music Festival

However, on April 10 and 11, the Duke Coffeehouse is presenting its annual Brickside Music Festival in collaboration with fellow DUU committee WXDU Durham. 

Wait, how much is a GIF of ‘Nyan Cat’ worth?

On March 11, legendary auction house Christie’s oversaw the first-ever major NFT auction, with bidding ending at a staggering $69.3 million. 

My love/hate relationship with Western classical music

Clearly, there is a lot wrong with Western classical music.

'Judas and the Black Messiah:' The narratives of black power for today’s divided America

Ultimately, the messages of “Judas and the Black Messiah” are just as important to contemporary America as Hampton’s messages to Chicago in 1969.