The Theater industry has been in tumultuous times in recent years. While things have slowly bounced back from the rocky economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, many places within the theater industry still retain their scars. Luckily, the opening of a new arthouse theater may be the right sign that ...
In recent years, the fashion industry has been one of many that have been reckoning with their impacts on the environment and overall sustainability. Fashion brands have begun announcing initiatives that promote sustainability, and recently, Calvin Klein appears to be the latest to do so. Calvin Klein’s Re-Calvin, a take-back ...
Hamilton is one of the few Broadway productions of the 21st century that has maintained relevancy within mainstream pop culture. Written and directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Hamilton follows the life of Alexander Hamilton during and after the American Revolution. It debuted to wide acclaim and high box office sales, with ...
Tomboys, as a fashion style, used to be common among younger generations. Like other alternative styles, it allowed young girls and women to resist rigid, traditional gender roles. That said, in recent years, the conversation around tomboys has changed. Specifically, the way society has viewed aspects such as sexuality and ...
Victoria’s Secret’s 2025 Fashion Show came and went, leaving viewers divided across the internet. This is the company’s second show after a five-year hiatus, when in 2019, the event came under fire for its lack of diversity. Victoria’s Secret’s 2025 show seemed to correct this mistake, but for many, that ...
A labor strike will likely soon hit the theater industry in the United States, and unfortunately, the event has felt inevitable. Discontentment across various segments of the American entertainment industry has surged since the pandemic. These mounting pressures pushed writers and actors to launch massive strikes two years ago in ...
AI is influencing beauty in a big way thanks to Google Meet’s latest feature. Launched on October 8th, Google Meet unveiled the latest update to its Touch Up Mode, which was unveiled last year. This update includes advanced AI filters that can touch up a person’s facial features and lighting ...
Fast fashion has fully cemented itself within the fashion industry. Despite the growing impact of recent tariffs on fashion consumers, global brands like Shein and Temu continue to generate massive amounts of revenue. Despite this, recently it seems that these are attempting to evolve their image in the fashion world. ...
The cult classic horror comedy film The Lost Boys is finally getting a Broadway musical adaptation. While the news was a surprise for some, the announcement has garnered excitement from the film’s dedicated fanbase, who are always eager for more content of their favorite film. The Lost Boys’ musical adaptation ...
Global news media company CNN recently added Rachel Tashjian to its ranks of senior reporters. Previously, Tashjian was a fashion critic for The Washington Post, the fashion news director at Harper’s Bazaar, and more. It’s the latest effort from the media company to beef up their digital subscription service, overseen ...
Wedding attire in Western countries like the United States has been set to a consistent standard for decades. While the style and fabrics may differ, white has been the primary color for bride gowns. Traditionally, groomswear has faced fewer changes. While bridal gowns have evolved, groom suits have largely remained ...
The cosmetics industry economy has fluctuated for years. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed these changes when social distancing mandates lifted. Like other industries, cosmetics businesses have found previously thriving business practices and product lines less profitable than expected. Regardless of the reason, this has led cosmetics companies to reevaluate how their ...
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