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Netflix releases: March

March 1:“A Clockwork Orange”“Apollo 13”“The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind”“Budapest”“Cricket Fever: Mumbai Indians”“Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”“Disney's Saving Mr. Banks”“Emma”“The Hurt Locker”“Junebug”“Larva...

Upcoming Egyptian Theatre Events: March 1-15

By Northern Star Entertainment Staff | February 28, 2019

Mar. 3: Gaelic StormAfter releasing their latest album, "Go Climb a Tree," in 2017, Gaelic Storm has been touring North America with their Celtic blend of country, bluegrass and rock music. The event will take place at 7 p.m. at The Egyptian Theatre,...

‘The Velvet Underground’ 50 years later

By Peter Zemeske | February 28, 2019

The Velvet Underground promised an alternative take on music in the 1960s. Their third album, “The Velvet Underground,” turns 50 years old March 1. With such a landmark anniversary, a look back on a classic is a worthwhile trip.The Velvet Underground...

‘Hamlet’ to excite audience members

By Amy Geldean | February 27, 2019

One of Shakespeare’s biggest tragedies comes to life as the School of Theatre and Dance flawlessly showcases “Hamlet.”The play follows Prince Hamlet and his journey to avenge his father after he is killed by Claudius, Hamlet’s uncle. His plans...

King of Pop’s personal life investigated in docuseries

By Peter Zemeske | February 27, 2019

“Leaving Neverland” is an upcoming two-part documentary from HBO featuring two men, choreographer Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who claim to have been sexually abused by the late pop legend Michael Jackson when they were younger. The series will...

91st Academy Awards triumph with important wins

By Parker Otto | February 27, 2019

Sunday was Hollywood’s biggest night as the 91st Academy Awards graced Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre. A total of 24 awards were presented to honor the best of cinema throughout 2018, and the show became one of the best Oscars in years — and all of...

Highest Grossing Films of the Weekend: February 22-24

By Northern Star Entertainment Staff | February 27, 2019

This past weekend saw a mix between past weekend and new releases dominating domestically. Animation and action films reigned supreme this final weekend in February.1. "How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World"- $55,022,245The third and final film in...

Ariana Grande’s latest album stuns audiences

By Amy Geldean | February 26, 2019

Pop singer Ariana Grande continues to shine with her angelic voice and lyrics of empowerment in her fifth studio album “thank u, next.” This twelve track album released on Feb. 8 explores Grande’s romantic life as she moves on from one relationship...

Best of DeKalb results

Best of DeKalb results

By Northern Star Staff | February 25, 2019

Best Professor: Chuck DowningBest NIU Faculty Member (Non Professor): Barb at New HallBest Place to Study: Founder's Memorial LibraryBest NIU Sports Team: NIU FootballBest Student Organization: Red RiotBest Sorority: Alpha Sigma AlphaBest Fraternity:...

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ soars to new levels in storytelling

By Parker Otto | February 25, 2019

“How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” is an unfitting title for the final film in Dreamworks’ How to Train Your Dragon series. Instead, the title should be ‘How to Perfectly Conclude a Franchise,’ as that’s what the film does. The animated...

Oscars Red Carpet brings high end fashions with splash of bold

By Cris Rojo | February 25, 2019

The red carpet at the Academy Awards is typically known for minimal and high spirited fashions. However, 2019’s carpet seemed to take a bit of bold turn for many attendees’ fashion choices.  FX “Pose” star Billy Porter was not the first attendee...

91st Academy Award Winners COMPLETE LIST

By Northern Star Entertainment Staff | February 25, 2019

BEST PICTUREGreen Book BEST DIRECTORAlfonso Cuaron for Roma BEST ACTRESSOlivia Colman in The Favourite BEST ACTORRami Malek in Bohemian Rhapsody BEST SUPPORTING ACTORMahershala Ali in Green Book BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESSRegina King in If Beale Street...