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The Fall Fest Concert Series wrapped up on Saturday night, bringing a female-dominated performance led by Ashanti, Tinashe and Queen Naija.
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SA Fall Fest Concert Series closes out with a female-dominated performance

By JULIANNA TRACEY | Nov. 12, 2018

Many would think receiving a lap dance by an artist is just a fantasy. For four UB students, this dream became a reality.  Headliner Ashanti and opener Tinashe brought audience members on stage for a special performance during the Student Association’s Fall Fest Concert Series on Saturday night. Queen Naija also performed at the concert and closed out the three-concert series.

The Diplomats’ “Diplomatic Immunity” features hard-knocking beats and fresh, witty bars. The Harlem group’s album should be a delight to any rap fan looking for a political mix this week.
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Hip-hop incumbents

By BENJAMIN BLANCHET | Nov. 1, 2018

Rap music is one of the dopest, most lyrical filibusters in D.C. and beyond. Hip-hop has proven itself to be the truest form of rhythmic American poetry, with its checks coming from impressive bars and its balances from ice-cold production.

“Fiddler on the Roof” opens at Shea’s as a part of its Broadway Series. The show brings an influx of musical numbers and complex dancing, all centered around the Jewish culture.
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‘Fiddler on the Roof’ travels to Buffalo

By SAMANTHA VARGAS | Nov. 1, 2018

The classic Broadway musical “Fiddler on the Roof” brought its production to Shea’s Performing Arts Center for six days of exploration into Jewish culture. The performance offered a sentimental look into family, tradition and overcoming obstacles. 

Metallica found a home at the KeyBank Center on Saturday night. Hardcore fans and newcomers rejoiced over a nearly three-hour set featuring cuts from “Hardwired...To Self Destruct” as well as concert staples like “One” and “Seek and Destroy.”
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Metallica chases the lightning at the KeyBank Center

By BRIAN EVANS | Oct. 29, 2018

James Hetfield noticed a 12-year-old fan in the front row on Saturday while discussing Metallica’s massive fanbase. “Everyone is allowed in the Metallica family at any time in their life: young, middle-aged and old,” Hetfield said. “They’re all here represented in the Metallica family.”

"Suspiria" follows the toxic relationship between ballet dancers and a renowned dance company. The film is one of many spooky selections coming out this Halloween season.
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Halloween Season Movie Guide

By SAMANTHA VARGAS | Oct. 11, 2018

Fans of the Halloween season wait year-round for the month of October to finally roll in. They sit around in anticipation to throw on their favorite festive classics. When “Hocus Pocus” and “Halloween” aren’t enough to satisfy your craving for spooky entertainment, here is what’s premiering during the month of October. 

From the Theatre District to UB productions, theater is thriving in the Buffalo area. Productions like “Pippin” and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” are appealing options for UB students and theatergoers alike.
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The Buffalo theater radar

By JULIANNA TRACEY | Oct. 4, 2018

When discussing the best parts of Buffalo, we often talk about the city’s most famous accomplishments. Buffalo wings, the Bills, the snow –– they’re all considered important aspects of Buffalo culture. Perhaps one of the most underrated yet consuming aspects of the city, however, is its theater presence. 

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