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Q&A: Jack Black and Richard Curtis on the Red Nose Day telecast fundraiser

By Danielle Bourn · Thursday, May 21, 2015

The Scene spoke with actor and comedian Jack Black and Red Nose Day director Richard Curtis.

Q&A: Gethin Anthony from NBC’s new show “Aquarius”

By Adena Maier · Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Gethin Anthony discusses taking on the role of the infamous Charles Manson in NBC’s new series.

Movie Review: “Where Hope Grows”

By Adena Maier · Saturday, May 16, 2015

Chris Dowling’s film follows the unconventional friendship between a former professional baseball player and a grocer with Down syndrome.

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The M&M Report: “Ex Machina” and summer movie preview

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | May 9

The hosts discuss the new sci-fi movie and look ahead to this year’s blockbuster offerings on their final podcast for The Eagle.

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The M&M Report: May the Fourth be with you

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | May 4

The hosts celebrate Star Wars day with guest Erin Vail.

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Movie Review: “The Age of Adaline”

By Emily Blomquist | April 27

Not all that glitters is gold.

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Arts collective The Free Canvas explores DC culture

By Emily Bader | April 17

AU alum Denis Sgouros co-founds online periodical The Free Canvas.

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The M&M Report: “Mad Men” and “While We’re Young”

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | April 14

The hosts discuss the final season premiere of the acclaimed AMC drama and the latest comedy film by Noah Baumbach.

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Panels and discussions encourage environmental consciousness at annual film festival

By Adena Maier | April 13

AU’s Center for Environmental Filmmaking hosted its 10th Annual Spring Film Series in conjunction with the D.C. Environmental Film Festival from March 24-31.

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Theater Review: “Man of La Mancha”

By Danielle Bourn | April 13

Exercise your imagination to dream the “impossible dream.”

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The M&M Report: “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” and “Empire”

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | April 2

Special guests join the hosts to discuss the new Netflix comedy and the smash hit Fox drama.

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AU’s Center for Environmental Filmmaking kicks off spring film series with book launch

By Adena Maier | April 1

SOC Professor Chris Palmer launches his new book, “Confessions of a Wildlife Filmmaker,” and criticizes unethical practices in wildlife filmmaking.

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The M&M Report: “House of Cards” and “Fresh Off the Boat”

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | March 23

The hosts welcome a special guest to look back at season 3 of Netflix’s popular political drama.

Blithe Spirit

Noël Coward’s
BLITHE SPIRIT
Director
Michael Blakemore
Scenic and Costume Designer
Simon Higlett
Lighting Designer
Mark Jonathan
Designer for Ms. Lansbury’s costumes
Martin Pakledinaz
Sound Designers
Ben and Max Ringham
Featuring
Angela Lansbury
Charles Edwards
Jemima Rooper
Charlotte Parry
Simon Jones
Susan Louise O’Connor
Sandra Shipley

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Theater Review: “Blithe Spirit”

By Brandon Latham | March 23

Iconic star Angela Lansbury's return to the National Theatre is exceptional comedy.

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Preview: AU Players hosting first Annual New Works Festival with three plays

By Adena Maier | March 20

A preview of the festival and the works written, directed, performed, and produced by AU students.

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Movie Review: “Insurgent”

By Anagha Srikanth | March 20

The next film in the Divergent series just manages to meet expectations.

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Theater Review: “Grounded” at Olney Theater Center

By Katarzyna Strycharz | March 20

Profane, humorous, tragic, and real all wrapped into one.

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AU and UDC photographers collaborate for Black History Month

By Adena Maier | March 19

AU students collaborated with UDC students to honor writers from the Harlem Renaissance.

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Preview: “Fort Bliss” Screening at AU

By Anagha Srikanth | March 19

In honor of Women’s History Month, a film pays homage to female veterans

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Movie Review: "The Mind of Mark DeFriest"

By Katarzyna Strycharz | March 16

A notorious escape artist or misunderstood prisoner?

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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