‘Primary Trust’ tells Pulitzer-winning story of isolation, friendship
Eboni Booth’s play, “Primary Trust, ” serves as an antidote to loneliness. It's showing at Syracuse Stage from Jan. 22 to Feb 9. Read more »
Culture
Photographer Nabil Harb invites people to view central Florida as he does
Photographer Nabil Harb beckons people to see his central Florida hometown in its true essence. From a sinkhole to an LGBTQ+ nightclub, he captures a distinct level of intentionality and detail. Read more »
Megaton Games brings vintage video games to Syracuse’s 'fighting community'
Megaton Games in Syracuse’s Eastwood neighborhood opened in November 2024, offering locals various gaming events and connections with the community. Read more »
SU freshman Reyanna Dundas turned 'get ready with me' videos to TikTok fame
Syracuse University freshman Reyanna Dundas gained traction for her "Get Ready with Me" videos on TikTok, recently hitting one million followers. Read more »
‘The Thing With Feathers’ explores complex approach to grief
Benedict Cumberbatch delivers an emotional performance as a grieving father in the film “The Thing with Feathers.” Read more »
Enjoy formal jazz at Dazed, rock out with Every So Often this weekend
This week, get jazzy at Dazed or enjoy live performances at the 2025 Winter Fair. Read more »
D.O. culture staff reveals GRAMMYs hot takes
The Daily Orange Culture Staff shares their thoughts on the 2025 Grammys, from Chappell Roan’s rise to the top, to lacking nominations from the academy in the rock category. Read more »
FKA Twigs’ ‘Eusexua’ evokes contortionist, raunchy imagery
FKA Twigs’ “Eusexua” uses downtempo trip-hop sounds to portray sensual themes. Read more »
‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’ paints cruel portrait of motherhood
Mary Bronstein’s newest film, “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You,” is a dramatic comedy that follows the life of Linda who attempts to navigate her child’s illness. Read more »
‘Harvey’ script reading evokes modern connections with 1940s satire
The reading of “Harvey” uses satirical language to jab at sexism and the U.S.’s handling of mental health conditions in the 1940s, while focusing on kindness in its one-night show at Syracuse Stage. Read more »
‘Presence’ refreshes horror genre through 1st-person ghost perspective
Steven Soderbergh’s recent film, “Presence,” shines as a family drama, despite being mislabeled as a horror. Read more »
‘Plainclothes’ premieres Syracuse-based story to sold-out audience
Syracuse-based film "Plainclothes" premiered Sunday at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Read more »
‘OBEX’ traps viewers in '80s-style video game with emotional nostalgia
In "OBEX," writer-director and lead Albert Birney takes the audience on an emotional journey while his character is trapped in an '80s-style video game. Read more »
Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic forges rink-side bonds for participants
Syracuse local Tim O’Donnell began the Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic in 2020, bringing hockey games and a sense of community to the area. Read more »
‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ reveals the complexities of Russian resistance
“Mr. Nobody Against Putin” depicts co-director Pavel "Pasha" Talankin’s struggle against increasing militarization as a school teacher in Russia. Read more »
Enjoy sweet treats at Dessert Crawl at Schine, watch ‘Conclave’ this week
This week, satisfy your sweet tooth with local vendors at Dessert Crawl, or learn about Black Wall Street with the Syracuse area's Black-owned businesses. Read more »
Questlove evolves as a director with new documentary “Sly Lives!”
“Sly Lives!” explores the career and legacy of artist Sly Stone in the context of Black music. Read more »
‘The Librarians’ explores censorship in school libraries
Kim A. Snyder’s ‘The Librarians’ documents librarians fighting against censorship in public schools. Read more »
Chelsea Christer's short 'Out for Delivery' is spontaneous, darkly ironic
In an exclusive interview with The Daily Orange, writer and director Chelsea Christer explains the process and ideas behind her upcoming short film, “Out for Delivery.” Read more »
LGBTQ+ SU students search for support amid Trump-era legislation
Events at Syracuse University’s LGBTQ+ Resource Center, like “What’s the Stitch?” and Gaymer Night, provide a safe, welcoming space for the campus' LGBTQ+ community. Read more »
Remembering David Lynch's legacy: meditation, surrealism, ‘presence’
David Lynch’s contrasting style and unique personality, as well as his appreciation for transcendental meditation, were hallmarks of his career as a film director. Read more »
OnaJava Soul Cafe brings Costa Rican coffee to Syracuse’s Southside
OnaJava Soul Cafe, a recent recipient of the New York State Senate Empire Award, brings Costa Rican coffee, poetry and live music to Syracuse's Southside community. Read more »
'Tina: The Tina Turner Musical' honors the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll's legacy
Morgan Lewis returns to Syracuse to be a part of The Landmark Theatre’s “TINA: The Tina Turner Musical.” Read more »
Embrace the cold with Aspen at the Cage, TAUK Winter Tour this weekend
This week, dress for snowy slopes at the Cage or enjoy a night of your “Wildest Dreams” with the Listeso String Quartet. Read more »
