THE ITHACAN

Review: A capella ‘Pentatonix’ hits high notes in third album

By Meghan Maier, Contributing Writer • September 30, 2014

A single beat starts from silence, a tenor voice comes in with a sort of sweet sadness. Suddenly a bass comes in and accompanies the single voice. Then, with the repetition of “When the lights go down/...

Adolescent plastic surgery rates rise

By Evin Billington, Life & Culture Editor • September 24, 2014

The rate of plastic surgeries in adolescents has been on the rise since 2010.

Ithaca Civic Ensemble to bring controversial play to Ithaca College campus

By Erin McClory, Contributing Writer • September 24, 2014

"Safety," an original play by the Ithaca Civic Ensemble about community-police relations, will be performed at Ithaca College at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26 in Textor 101.

The State Theatre of Ithaca to feature comedian Kathleen Madigan

By Alana Herlands, Contributing Writer • September 24, 2014

Comedian Kathleen Madigan will be performing at the State Theatre of Ithaca on Sept. 27. Contributing Writer Alana Herlands spoke with Madigan about her career.

Review: ‘The Maze Runner’ lacks intrigue of source material

By Meghan Maier, Contributing Writer • September 23, 2014

Despite thrilling action scenes, "The Maze Runner" lacks the emotional complexity of its source material.

Review: Superb on-screen chemistry fuels dark comedy ‘This is Where I Leave You’

By Josie Cyrus, Contributing Writer • September 23, 2014

A vibrant cast of characters drive "This is Where I Leave You" as it takes audiences on a dark comedic venture.

Review: Impressive performances in ‘The Drop’ drive film’s drama

By Kenny Chapman, Contributing Writer • September 23, 2014

Tom Hardy and James Gandolfini delve into the criminal underground in "The Drop."

Review: Forward-thinking musicality excels in ‘This Is All Yours’

By Sydney Hill, Contributing Writer • September 23, 2014

Alt-J exceeds expectations on its newest album with complex, layered instrumentals.

Review: ‘Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ singer shows sensitive side in ‘Crush Songs’

By Tylor Colby, Staff Writer • September 23, 2014

Karen O breaks from her rocker roots to deliver a more sentimental musical venture.

Review: Moonface stumbles over instrumentals with “City Wrecker”

By Evan Montgomery, Contributing Writer • September 23, 2014

Singer-songwriter Spencer Krug fails to make "City Wrecker" an engaging listening experience.

Review: Romance gets surreal in ‘The One I Love’

By Shari Bischoping, Contributing Writer • September 17, 2014

Alter egos turn a normal weekend getaway into something far stranger.

Review: ‘The Trip to Italy’ delivers emotion in exotic locales

By Byron Bixler, Contributing Writer • September 17, 2014

Exotic backdrops and fine cuisine carry the emotional punch in "The Trip to Italy."