British popstar Ed Sheeran’s new album “Play” is dull, and does not make use of his full talent. Yet it became an instant success when released Sept. 12, now his ninth record to hold the No. 1 spot in the United Kingdom and No. 5 in the United States. The initial track is similar to that of Sheeran’s 2017 album...
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Professor’s Picks: Charles Steele
Film: “White Tiger” (Белый тигр) (2012), directed by Karen Shakhnazarov. A mysterious German Tiger tank wreaking havoc on Soviet forces is hunted by an equally mysterious Soviet tankist who has the ability to communicate with tanks. It’s an eerie, unsettling, beautiful film. The Russian actors are superb. Watch the subtitled version, not the dubbed version, to hear their voices and...
Ballet Hartford performs classics and originals
The sounds of Mozart’s “Sonata for Two Pianos” filled Markel Auditorium Sept. 20, introducing the dancers of Ballet Hartford. Choreographed by Artistic Director Claire Kretzschmar, the dance immediately captivated the audience with Ballet Hartford’s first performance at Hillsdale College. Ballet Hartford is a nationally and internationally acclaimed ballet company located in the heart of Connecticut. The department of theatre and...
Professor’s Pick: ‘Baby’ Whalen
Movie: Tender Mercies. The late, great Peter Lawler described it as the most Christian movie ever made. Robert Duvall, great music, and mercy. What’s not to like? Piece of Music: Kieth Jarrett’s album “The Melody at Night, with You” I listen to this while grading papers, and it saves me from despair. Only someone who really loves Bach could play...
