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In 1975, 30 Rockefeller Plaza made live broadcast television history. Almost 50 years later, Sony Pictures has released the first film to depict the hours leading up to that night.

Late-night TV history slightly censored but well-composed in ‘Saturday Night’ film

By Maya Silveira Scuri, Contributing Writer • October 16, 2024
It was 10 p.m. Oct. 11, 1975.. 90 minutes left until the pilot episode of “Saturday Night Live” airs. Director Jason Reitman’s “Saturday Night,” released in theaters Oct. 11, 2024, dives into the never-before-told origin story of a show built to fail, yet destined to succeed. The film follows an ensemble of over 30 characters, which is an extensive range of people to cover in 109 minutes considering there are 10 minutes of credits and a bit of the live show. Yet it’s hard to imagine a movie about Saturday Night Live being made differently.
Will Ferrell and Harper Steele first met in 1995 on the set of "Saturday Night Live." In Netflix's new documentary, the two take a symbolic road trip across the U.S.

Will & Harper: A road trip exploring identity against the odds

By Sheelagh Doe, Life and Culture Editor • October 8, 2024
Netflix’s new documentary, “Will & Harper,” highlights the strength of two life-long friends — Harper Steele and Will Ferrel — who take to the road so Steele can re-experience the country as her true self after coming out as a transgender woman two years ago. This documentary tells Steele’s story beautifully, and doesn’t shy away from difficult conversations. The trip won’t be easily forgettable for the duo or for viewers.
Assistant Life and Culture Editor Elijah de Castro spoke to U.S. Senator Al Franken, who will perform a comedy routine at 8 p.m. Dec. 10 in Ithaca.

Q&A: Former U.S. Senator Al Franken on performing in Ithaca

By Elijah de Castro, Assistant Life and Culture Editor • December 10, 2021
Assistant Life and Culture Editor Elijah de Castro spoke to U.S. Senator Al Franken, who will perform a comedy routine at 8 p.m. Dec. 10 in Ithaca.
"Heard It In A Past Life" is an emotional release from Maggie Rogers. She sings delicately about her time and struggles in the limelight.

Review: Maggie Rogers’ album is full of heart

By Hannah Fitzpatrick • January 27, 2019

In 2016, an undergraduate student at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music at New York University played a demo for Pharrell Williams, who was teaching a master class at the time. Williams’ reaction...

"Love, Gilda" documents the life of Gilda Radner, the first female cast member to be hired on “Saturday Night Live.”

Review: ‘Love, Gilda’ captures comedian’s life and laughs

By Natalie Newman, Contributing Writer • September 30, 2018
D’Apolito cleverly intercuts Radner’s childhood photos and videos with celebrity readings of diary entries, showing Radner’s impact on comedians today.
Senior Jessie Linden, a music theory and performance major, specializes in percussion and said she hopes to combine her passion for music and theater and continue playing for live theater productions after graduation.

Senior percussionist drums up passion for live theater

By Kayla Dwyer, Assistant News Editor • April 23, 2014
Senior Jessie Linden finds her niche in the intersection of theater and percussion interests.
Seth Meyers, host of 'Late Night' and head writer of 'Saturday Night Live,' will perform at 8 p.m. April 12 in the Athletics and Events Center.

‘Late Night’ host to perform at ‘Ithaca Today’

By Jack Curran, Online News Editor • March 5, 2014
Ithaca College announced March 5 that “Late Night” host and comedian Seth Meyers will perform at 8 p.m. April 12 in the Athletics and Events Center.
Chris Regan ’89 will speak at the May 2013 Commencement ceremony. Courtesy of Chris Regan

Family Guy writer to speak at graduation

By Sabrina Knight, News Editor • December 12, 2013
The college has announced that Chris Regan ’89 will be addressing the Class of 2014 at its Commencement ceremony on May 18, 2014.

Lana-palooza Fizzles Out

March 24, 2012
Back on January 14th, the indie media firestorm that had been brewing since the latter half of 2011 unleashed its relentless fury. I speak of Lana Del Rey’s Saturday Night Live performance.  A girl who had zero serious stage experience and lacked a full-length album was playing in the big leagues.   I will readily…
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