January 11, 2008
Vol. 135, Issue 24

Cast members lift Andrew McWilliams during one of Hair’s free-flowing dance numbers. (Lindsay Duncan)

Peace, love and long hair

Big, brash and so full of volume that it risks splitting its ends, Hair has been a musical phenomenon since it revolutionized Broadway in the late ’60s—even when it’s in desperate need of a slight trim.

Luyas work hard for a living

When you search the Internet for The Luyas, a three-piece Montreal-based band, you’ll find their official website listed under the title “i am a sad website working hard for a living.” Though the bandmates themselves don’t seem to be all that sad, they can certainly relate to the feeling.

Juno wears its heart on its sleeve

It’s fitting that the film Juno takes its title from the name of its 16-year-old main character Juno MacGuff (Ellen Page), as the two have much in common. Both initially present themselves with a hard veneer of irony and quirkiness before allowing the sweetness that’s hidden underneath to show.

Window gallery brings art into everyday

Who: Jocelyn Purdie, MA ’08. Medium: Presently focusing on curatorial work, in the past she has worked with multimedia, textiles and installation.

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