Arts & Entertainment
A24 redefines film for millennials and Gen Z
When viewers are looking for a movie and come across an auteur-driven film, theminimalist A24 logo often appears on the screen. For Millennials and Gen Zers alike, that logo is the recognizable brand for new and old generations of cinephiles. A24 is an independent award-winning global entertainment company, known for defying traditional Hollywood rules with its elevated horror... Read More
NECC Theater to present ‘Angels in America’
A Pulitzer Prize-winning landmark of American theater is coming to NECC this spring, bringing with it a powerful and deeply human story that remains just as relevant today as when it first premiered. From April 30 through May 3 NECC theater will present Angels in America Part One: Millennium Approaches. Set during the height of the 1980s AIDS crisis, the play follows the inter... Read More
Tarot Talk Part 2: Facing all academic pressures without feeling the need to sacrifice one’s self
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As the calendar turns toward late March/early April, Northern Essex Community College (NECC) students have reached a critical juncture. The initial momentum of the spring semester is now being tested by an influx of mid-term exams, final project deadlines, and the fatigue that naturally accompanies this brutal, mid-semester grind. While students often rely on campus … C... Read More
NECC Theater earns top honors
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Cast, crew and supporters of “The Vagina Monologues.”
In January, as much of the region was digging out from the biggest snowstorm in years, a group of Northern Essex Community College’s finest thespians and stage crew was loading up their recent production of “The Vagina Monologues.” On Jan. 27, they traveled to Albany, New York, for the Region 1 American College Theater Festival … Continue reading NECC Theater earns top ... Read More
AI in the film industry raises concerns
As artificial intelligence becomes more common in Hollywood, some NECC students are raising concerns about synthetic performers like Tilly Norwood and their impact on opportunities for human actors. Tilly Norwood is an AI-generated actress created by Eline Van der Velden, a Dutch comedian, writer, actress, producer and CEO of Particle 6, an award-winning AI-first production &he... Read More
Drag in our community
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Drag has become a controversial topic. With lawmakers seeking to criminalize certain aspects of drag, what do those that interact with drag really think about the art form? Boston based Drag performer Just JP says, “drag is my superhero costume. In drag I am presenting in a way where I feel invincible and powerful.” People … Continue reading Drag in our community &rar... Read More
Tarot Talk Part 1: Spring awakening – new seeds, new tools and following your North Star
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As the frost still clings to the windows of Bentley Library, the quiet of the winter break has officially been replaced by the fresh hum and noises of a brand new semester. At Northern Essex Community College (NECC), the start of the spring term signals a unique transition—shifting from “low-gear” rest of holiday break back … Continue reading Tarot Talk Part 1: Spring aw... Read More
NECC’s comedy connections
David Rattigan
Like most colleges, NECC has solid ties to the creative arts. A simple look through the school’s course catalog shows that classes are offered in drama, music, graphic design and more. What may not be as well known is that NECC has solid ties to the world of stand up comedy. At the present time, … Continue reading NECC’s comedy connections → Read More
Robert Irwin wins mirrorball trophy on ‘DWTS’
On Tuesday night, November 25, wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin and his partner Witney Carson were crowned the new champions of Dancing with the Stars season 34. This event followed an 11-week long competition full of pressure, perseverance, and most importantly the growing emotional attachment to dance experience throughout the season. A few days prior to … Contin... Read More
Tarot Talk Part 3: Getting over the hump and preparing for the wind down of the semester
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As the semester transitions from the midterms into its final third, the tone on the Northern Essex Community College (NECC) campuses shifts. The chaos of the midterms has passed, but the initial burst of energy is long gone. Students are now battling fatigue, staring down finals, and wrestling with the temptation to simply coast along. … Continue reading Tarot Talk Part ... Read More