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Bookstore enhances purchasing options

Freshman cruise a starry success

By Gentry Brown

By Tatiana Baez

The NYU Bookstore implemented online price comparison and instore textbook rentals, new programs that will help students avoid the sometimes time-consuming and expensive task of acquiring textbooks. A beta version of an online price comparison service, released earlier this summer, is now available on the bookstore’s website. The beta version allows students to choose course numbers for their classes, as well as compare bookstore prices with those of competitors, such as Amazon or Barnes & Noble. After sufficient testing, the full version will enable students to enter their NYU ID numbers to get a list of all their classes, eliminating the need to input course numbers. Bookstore director Phil Christopher explained that the price comparison page is the starting point for all NYU students who want to

The first NYU freshman moonlight cruise set sail around the New York harbor on Sunday. The sold-out event was part of the Welcome Week activities organized by the First Year Residential Experience. The event, attended by approximately 1,000 freshmen, was organized by Weinstein Residence Hall director Josh Hartman and FYRE assistant director Rachel Alldis, in conjunction with the Office of Residential Life and Housing Services. “We thought that this would be a great event since it will be a lot of fun and will also give students the opportunity to see NYC from the water at night,” Hartman said. “NYU has hosted several events with Spirit Cruises ... and they have consistently provided a great experience for our students, faculty and staff.” Terri Burns for WSN

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Freshmen danced on a cruise ship to celebrate their arrival to New York City.

Popular yogurt brand opens up SoHo shop By Aliza Katz

Rich and smooth, tart and a bit sweet, Chobani Plain Greek Yogurt hits numerous flavor profiles in a single bite. As the leading yogurt brand in America, this Mediterranean marvel is a hit with anyone looking for a quick and healthy snack or a cultural delicacy. It is no surprise that droves of people are trying the new Chobani SoHo Café, a storefront that features their acclaimed plain Greek yogurt along with a menu of recommended mix-in combinations. The menu includes simple combinations like Plain Chobani + Honey, as well as more elaborate concoctions like Pistachio + Chocolate — a staff recommendation and crowd favorite that

consists of dark chocolate, clover honey, Turkish pistachios, orange wedges and fresh mint. “These are very unique flavor combinations that work incredibly well together,” said Dar Vasseghi, director of Retail Concepts at the SoHo Café. “So anything you get off the menu, you’re going to have the reaction of ‘Wow, this tastes great.’” Pickier consumers will also be satisfied because they have the option to choose any of the toppings offered on the menu and craft a personalized creation. “We certainly encourage you to try what’s on the menu, but if you want to change something you can,” Vasseghi said.

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Perry shines in new NBC comedy

By Samantha Rullo

Hopefully the third time really is the charm for Matthew Perry. After two failed TV series, “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip” and “Mr. Sunshine,” he is due for some success after his fantastic “Friends” career. “Go On,” his new comedy on NBC, could potentially be the series that finally puts Perry back in the limelight. It just needs to make a few adjustments to maintain the level of creativity it has shown so far. Perry is easily the best part of the show. Playing Ryan King, the host of a radio sports show who recently lost his wife, he’s funny and sarcastic — as expected. But he also brings serious and subtle emotion when necessary. If he can continue to balance the two sides of his

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Matthew Perry experiences a bizarre therapy session in “Go On.” character — the clever, sportsreferencing guy who just wants to move on and the heartbroken, lonely widower — he will keep the show grounded in the tonal medium it needs to please an audience. The premise of the show,

while interesting, could cause problems if not handled carefully. The central plot of “Go On” is that King must attend 10 sessions of an emotional support group before he is allowed

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1. While his other albums may get more attention, Elton John’s “Tumbleweed Connection” remains an overlooked gem. Featuring lovely instrumental arrangements, inventive melodies and “Burn Down The Mission” as its magnificent closing number, it is very much worth checking out. Even if you are not a fan of Elton John, you can appreciate it if you are a fan of music in general. — Stefan Melnyk

2. “Little Birds” is a beautiful but dark film about two young girls who run away from home to start a new life in Los Angeles. With great chemistry between its two leads, Juno Temple and Kay Panabaker, “Little Birds” is a highly entertaining adventure story reminiscent of “The Wizard of Oz.” For the exception of the witches and ruby slippers. — Jeremy Grossman

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3. “Generals,” the second album from Laura Burhenn’s Omaha band, The Mynabirds, is one of this year’s best releases. Led by Burhenn’s angelic voice, the band emits a sound that combines elements of EMA and ex-Saddle Creek member Rilo Kiley. The record soars with great songs like “Wolf Mother” and “Disarm.” The album’s highlight, the title track, is the summer’s catchiest song — not “Call Me Maybe.” — Joshua Johnson

4. Telling the tale of a normal man thrown into a war between old mythological gods and the new gods of consumerism, “American Gods” is a sprawling epic not to be overlooked. Drawing on countless folklores, religions and an impressive insight into humanity, the book is a thrilling adventure. It is also set to become an HBO show in 2013. — Jonathon Dornbush

5. Neil Barofsky, an NYU Law Professor and former inspector general for the Troubled Asset Relief Program, penned this personal account about his oversight of the $700 billion bank bailout. “Bailout” details the ways in which the Bush and Obama Treasury Departments subverted the recovery process by disregarding ordinary Americans. This detailed guide of Barofsky’s perspective is a must-read for any concerned citizen. — Chris DiNardo

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The Department of Photography & Imaging at the Tisch School of the Arts presents Gordon Parks: Crossroads, an exhibition displaying photographs by artist Gordon Parks, through Sept. 25.

Comedian and author Dan Wilbur will read from his new book “How Not to Read: Harnessing the Power of a Literature-Free Life” at Housing Works Bookstore in the Lower East Side.

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MTA to remove trash containers at ten subway stations By Tony Chau

This weekend, in an effort to combat the increasing rodent problem in New York City subways, the Metropolitan Transit Authority extended its pilot program of removing trash bins from subway platforms. The program, which launched at the 8th Street-NYU N/R and Flushing-Main Street 7 train stations last fall, will now include eight more stations throughout the city. Each borough will have two additional platforms without trash bins except Staten Island, which runs an independent subway line. According to the MTA, more than 14,000 tons of trash are removed from the subway system every year. Since the launch

of the pilot program, trash bags have been reduced by 50 percent and 67 percent at the 8th Street and Main Street stations, respectively. A press release from Aug. 30 reported that the agency decided to expand the pilot program to other stations because of the positive results seen during the past few months. MTA officials believe the program can further alleviate trash problems in areas of the station other than platforms. “The trash sometimes accumulates in storage rooms and on platforms while waiting to be removed,” the agency wrote in a press release. “We have taken several steps to make the trash bags less accessible to rodents, including adding more frequent refuse train collections, reinforcing storage

rooms and using new, tamper-proof receptacles, but the problem still persists.” The transit system in London has already adopted this no-bin policy in some of its underground stations. Other metro transit agencies, such as the Washington D.C. Metro, have entirely banned food from its system. CAS junior Henry Man, a commuter who uses the subway on a daily basis, praised the efforts of the initiative, but said a flaw remains in the system. “It does mitigate the rat population without using rodenticide, and fewer trash cans actually mean fewer trash trains running,” Man said. “There will be riders who will discard garbage on the tracks in the absence of bins, or discard bags and containers under

Tony Chau is city/state editor. Email him at tchau@nyunews.com.

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FYRE’s social media attracts students to dock at midnight About one quarter of the freshman class boarded two ships from Chelsea Piers for a night of dancing, music and socializing. The cruise gave freshman students a chance to experience the city in a unique way and see it from a different perspective. “The cruise seemed like a great experience and delivered on its promise,” said Harsh Daga, a Stern freshman. After departure, the ships made their way to the Hudson River, the East River and the New York Harbor. Racha El-Khalil, a CAS freshman, said she enjoyed admiring the city from afar. “You hear about seeing all these different buildings and monuments, but you never know how amazing it is until you see it yourself,” El-Khalil said. The vessels for the voyage were the Spirit of New York and the smaller Spirit of New Jersey. Both featured dance floors, dining halls and outdoor deck areas. Organizers attributed the event’s success to promotion efforts in social media, including Facebook and Twitter. The Office of Residential Life and Housing Services staff also sent emails to all 4,400 first-year residential students to spread the word. “The email had a video that was done by students,” said Tom Ellett, senior associate

the seats.” Max Liboiron, an adjunct professor of Media, Culture and Communication and Ph.D candidate, said she is curious of the longterm effects of the program. “I assume that people will litter for the first stage of the process, when they expect trash cans and find none and have no other plan to dispose of their waste,” Liboiron said. The pilot program calls for a thorough six-month monitoring and analysis process — from the start of this next phase — to determine whether it will be extended to all platforms.

Bookstore introduces new programs to simplify textbook payment process buy books, regardless of where they make their final purchase. “The price comparison site is really the only place they need to visit, and there they will find all the online format and price options available,” Christopher said. The in-store rental program is another one of the latest additions to bookstore services. Because new rental options are now available, they have caught up to the popularity of the e-books, which were in high demand three to four years ago. In-store rental machines at the bookstore offer students a quick and easy alternative to buying books. When students look for their books in the aisles, stickers indicate if they are available to rent. If renting is an option, students may take the books to the rental kiosk, select the rental period and check out the books themselves to avoid long cash register lines. Many similar options are already available at other bookstores serving New York colleges, according to Jason Chan, a Barnes & Noble representative 18th street store, which serves college students in the surrounding area. “The trend so far is that students prefer to rent than purchasing e-books,” Chan said.

vice president for Student Affairs. “I think that students helped sell this event.” Though the large turnout lead to some chaos when students were boarding the ships, LSP freshman Kevin Zhang said the overall experience was great. Kate Baier, senior director of Residential Life, said this cruise gave students the opportunity to develop an extensive network of friends. “Our office has always placed a premium on leveraging our location, New York City, to provide students exciting opportunities for social engagement, personal development and intellectual exploration,” Baier said. Gallatin freshman Sanjana Umarale said though boarding the ships was difficult, the cruise was smooth sailing once students left the docks. “The cruise was fantastic,” Umarale said. “It was an awesome way to end Welcome Week. The food was great and dancing with the other kids in my class was really a good time.” Additional reporting by Marilyn La Jeunesse, Eliana Maya Saks and Terri Burns. Tatiana Baez is deputy university editor. Email her at tbaez@nyunews.com.

Christopher noted that renting is often the cheapest option available for students because they do not lose value on the buy-back event at the NYU bookstore the end of each semester. Elizabeth Kryshak, a Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development junior, found the kiosks helpful for receiving books instantly. “I usually rent from online sources, but the machines at the bookstore make everything easier,” Kryshak said. “You don’t have to wait around for your books to ship, you just walk out of the store with them.” These new initiatives are aimed to increase the convenience and ease of acquiring textbooks, and are funded entirely by bookstore sales. “We’ve always looked for ways to give students more choices and help them save money,” Christopher said. “In the past we have aggressively tried to increase our supply of used books, have introduced multiple e-book options for many books, and the in-house rentals and comparison shopping options were a natural extension of this.” Gentry Brown is university editor. Email her at gbrown@nyunews.com.

SPORTS

Violets off to rocky start at home invitational

By Mary Jane Dumankaya

The NYU women’s volleyball season has gotten off to a mixed start at the NYU Labor Day Invitational this past weekend at Coles Sports Center. NYU started the invitational with two losses to the State University of New York at New Paltz and Salisbury University. The second day of the competition, the Violets had their first win of the season against SUNY Geneseo by winning three of the four sets played. NYU ended the invitational with a 1-3 record after a loss to the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. This year’s captains are juniors Hope Bogle and Alex Mao, as well as senior Kaylee Schanda, who is currently a member of the All-Tournament team. Last season, she led the team in digs, service aces and

receptions in the 39 matches she played. Last season, Mao played 36 matches with an average of 2.99 kills per set. Bogle started in 18 matches last year and lead the team in both assists and assists per set. “This weekend was a good opener and starting point for the new team,” Mao said. “With more returners from last year, we’re excited to see the freshmen grow and step up to some leading roles. We have a long season ahead and I know that with our continued hard work, we’re going to end up doing well.” The Violets also have three returning sophomores: Carly Roberg, Vera Shulgina and Allie Williams. Williams appeared in 36 matches last year, starting in 13. Shulgina had a career-high 18 kills this weekend in the match against SUNY Geneseo.

The Violets had three seniors graduate last year, including Captain Kolby Warren, Jordan Mylet and Carla Stachurski, but the team has recruited eight new freshmen to fill their spots. A few of the new additions had the chance to play their first games as Violets during this weekend’s Invitational. NYU ended last year’s season with a record of 22 wins and 17 losses. The Violets came in second at the ECAC Division III Metro/Upstate Championship, losing to hosts Elmira College in the finals. The Violets will play Stevens Institute of Technology and Vassar College on Sept. 8 in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.

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Women’s volleyball finished the tournament with a 1-3 record.

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How to plan for a frugal fridge this semester By Carrie Courogen Don’t even think of eating Ramen or Easy Mac. Whether you’re stocking your dorm’s mini fridge or your first apartment’s kitchen, you can eat well on a student budget. With limited space, money and appliances, accept the fact that while you will not be the next Giada or Mario, you can get by.

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The new yogurt shop occupies space on a quaint SoHo corner. These flavor combinations all pay homage to Greek yogurt’s origin: the Mediterranean. The menu includes several authentic Mediterranean combinations, including savory options that incorporate pita chips and olive oil, along with sweeter options like figs and honey. Perhaps the best part of eating Chobani is the great flavor afforded in such a healthy food. Julia Levine, a Steinhardt junior and nutrition major, believes this type of store will help college students make healthier eating choices without sacrificing taste. “As a college student, sometimes it’s very difficult to make healthy eating choices,” Levine said. “But having a yogurt store that tastes delicious and is really healthy makes our eating choices much easier.” Chobani SoHo Café successfully ac-

complishes this: Even college students, who may not typically be interested in making healthy food choices, have come in to enjoy a bowl of yogurt. “It wasn’t even a health choice,” CAS junior Aryeh Metzger said. “I just went because [Greek yogurt] tastes so good. And who could deny a delicious honey glaze?” Chobani SoHo Café is not only healthconscious, but is also environmentally friendly. All of their dishes are served in glass jars, and customers who return the jar receive 25 cents off their next purchase. Otherwise, customers can keep their jars to use at home. Chobani SoHo is located at 150 Prince St. Aliza Katz is a staff writer. Email her at dining@nyunews.com

Milk and Cereal Skip the dining halls for simple breakfasts. Meal swipes can cost around $10 per use — save them for full meals like Palladium Brunch to get the most for your money. Quinoa Skip the pasta and pick this quick and easy super-food instead. It makes less of a mess than pasta and is more versatile. Eat it sweet or savory, for breakfast or dinner. Keep in mind that a little bit goes a long way — quinoa expands to about three times its original size while cooking. Frozen Veggies Fresh produce requires more prep work to cook — a hassle if you don’t have a full kitchen. Instead, buy frozen vegetables for the same nutritional punch. Pop them in your microwave and steam for a quick side or snack. Nut Butters From fresh ground almond butter to classic Jif, nut butters are cheap, easy and tasty. Make a quick PB&J, dip your apple slices, spread it on some celery sticks or just dig in with a spoon.

Tea and Coffee Once classes are in full swing and the air chills, you’ll need a warm jolt of caffeine to get by. Skip the $4 cups and economize. Buy a coffee pot or electric kettle and a mug and brew your own. Microwave Popcorn Extra butter varieties may be yummy, but go for plain or all-natural versions. The buttery kinds contain harmful chemicals that have been linked to lung problems and Alzheimer’s. No, thank you. Where to Shop Simple staples vary dramatically in price throughout the city. At drug stores like Duane Reade or CVS, prices can reach highs like $5 for cereal. For better prices, sign up for a rewards card and take advantage of sales. Trader Joe’s has a great selection of foods for all of your cooking and dining needs. Instore brands mean cheaper prices. Cereals start at around $2 and frozen veggies fall under the $3 mark. Grocers like Gristedes, Food Emporium and Pathmark carry name-brand items found in chain stores. Gristedes is overpriced, but close to campus. Shop on Thursdays for a 10 percent student discount. Pathmark, the cheapest but farthest from campus, is located under the Manhattan Bridge. Shop at Whole Foods or at markets like the Union Square Greenmarket for fresh produce. You’ll shell out a little more, but you get better quality. Sign up for the Whole Foods sale newsletter for weekly specials, which can save you some serious dough. Carrie Courogen is a staff writer. Email her at dining@nyunews.com.

World’s first oatmeal bar offers fancy flavors near NYU By Michelle Lim On June 27, the world’s first oatmeal bar opened its doors. Affordable, creative, healthy and savory, it is conveniently located near NYU’s campus. Owner Samantha Stephens is already receiving a rush of customers. OatMeals offers 22 signature bowls and an assortment of toppings, allowing patrons to create diverse oatmeal dishes. Toppings include fresh and dried fruits, nuts and seeds, sweet and savory items, dollops Bria Webb for WSN and drizzles, a variety of milks and a range of spices. “I call it an oat-centric cafe, a single-item specialty place A West Third Street cafe offers a variety of oatmeal options just steps away from NYU’s campus. [based] around oats and oatmeal,” Stephens said. “All the pastries are made of rolled oats and oat flour. The ‘savory OatMeals also supports sustainability. Stephens proudly back to try something else.” bowls’ that I’m doing [are] also perfect for lunch and dinA Baruch graduate, Stephens has been an advocate for said in support of local farmers, all of the oats for OatMeals ner. A lot of people don’t know about savory oatmeal but are sourced from a farm upstate. She hopes to provide the oatmeal ever since she was a college student. it’s really great. It’s kind of like risotto.” “When I was in college, I loved the food in New York. berries and other fruits from local farmers as well. One of Stephens’ favorites from the savory bowls, the After taking recreational classes from the School of ConBut I also put on a lot of weight my first year. I was trying Truffle Oatmeal, is topped with truffle oil, cream and to get back into shape by eating healthy and exercising,” tinuing and Professional Studies, Stephens is also in tune sea salt for a more hearty, Italian vibe. The eight-ounce she said. “I started eating oatmeal. The health benefits got with the pace of NYU’s campus. Baby Bear size costs $3.50, and the 16-ounce Papa Bear “The foot traffic here is really unbeatable,” Stephens me really excited about it, and I started looking for ways is only $5.50. said. “I’m really excited for the students coming back to jazz it up. I started eating it for breakfast and dinner.” Tisch sophomore Carlos Perez enjoyed the calm, friendly OatMeals also sells a variety of pastries — Oatmeal for school. I think it will be a good hangout place. I atmosphere of the cafe after trying the Canadian Oatmeal, Muffins and Oatmeal Cookies are some popular choices. have Wi-Fi.” topped with bacon, cheddar, roasted apples, maple syrup OatMeals is located on 120 W. 3rd St., between However, the Oatmeal Croissants are what sets this cafe and sea salt. MacDougal and 6th Avenue. You can find the hours apart from other locations in Greenwich Village. “I thought my oatmeal was very creative,” Perez said. “You don’t really find oatmeal croissants anywhere at oatmealsny.com. “It’s definitely not something I would come up with. I did else,” Stephens said. “The other pastry chef and I took find it to be a little overwhelming in the morning, but it a long time to develop that recipe because oat flour Michelle Lim is a staff writer. doesn’t turn me away from OatMeals. I would like to come Email her at dining@nyunews.com. doesn’t have a lot of gluten.”

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Food and tunes: top spots for dining, fun and live music By Lavya Yalamanchi

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Want to enjoy a satisfying meal at a venue that doesn’t have the same soundtrack every night? Most cafes around town will charge you an initial cover fee for this kind of a dining experience. However, certain restaurants offer live entertainment for free. Here are a few sit-down spots you may not have considered to enjoy a good meal and get your music fix.

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Blue Water Grill — 31 Union Square West (between 16th and 17th streets)

Euzkadi — 108 E. Fourth St. (between First and Second avenues)

Sidewalk Cafe — 94 Ave. A (between Sixth and Seventh streets)

Calcutta — 324 E. Sixth St. (between First and Second avenues)

Prominently located on the corner of Union Square West, this seafood joint features an indoor jazz room. Though the outdoor seating may appeal to you on these breezy summer days, the real entertainment lies on the inside. Blue Water Grill runs on the pricier side, so you may want to save this one for a special occasion.

This Basque tapas bar and restaurant advertises live Rumba-Flamenco music on Tuesday+++ evenings, which adds a little extra to its authenticity factor. This cozy and sometimes crowded locale also has deals available on Yelp so you can save money on both the meal and enjoy great music.

A self-proclaimed East Village landmark, Sidewalk Cafe has been around since 1985. Split into a bar, restaurant and music venue, this establishment prides itself on having long been an important venue for budding artists of the area. So if you don’t mind the erratic quality of the musicians, then this is the spot for your late-night bites.

Sixth Street is known for a plethora of Indian cuisine, but this particular eatery differs from others in that it hosts a sitar player. Along with a multitude of affordable dining options for under $10, this budget-friendly restaurant provides a soothing atmosphere with the sounds of classic Indian music.

Lavya Yalamanchi is dining editor. Email her at lyalamanchi@nyunews.com.

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‘Go On’ shows promise but needs stronger ensemble cast to support its star

to return to work. The problem here is clear: If the show is going to continue past 10 episodes, some serious changes or developments need to happen — changes that could incorporate the other characters without extending King’s stay in the group past plausibility. There is a large assortment of supporting characters because of the support-group setting, in addition to King’s co-workers at the radio station. Though none of the support group attendees are given too much individual attention in the pilot, it is already apparent that some could easily take a turn toward extreme exaggeration. However, Tyler James Williams from “Everybody Hates Chris” really stands out as Owen, an introverted member of the group whose older brother is in a coma. If his role grows, as it should, and some of the other characters develop more believable personalities, “Go On” should be successful. The highlight of the episode is when Ryan creates a competition called March Sadness to see who has suffered the worst tragedy. It could be a depressing scene, but instead it remains lighthearted and comical. It is also a great way of introducing multiple characters where many other directors would resort to contrived expository wconversations instead. While the first group session has a few funny moments, the set of emotional scenes with the group members afterwards adds more sentiment to the episode. If “Go On” can continue to balance humor with the emotional back stories of its characters, it should be a great show. That will not be easy, however. Even though Perry’s performance is strong so far, all of the supporting actors must follow his lead to turn the show into a hit. Samantha Rullo is entertainment editor. Email her at srullo@nyunews.com.

Broadway loses some of its best to cruel, continual release cycle By Taylor Turner As any Tisch student knows, acting on Broadway is an unreliable profession. When treading the boards, there is always the chance that they will snap beneath you, unceremoniously sending you back to square one: unemployment. When comparing the shows of then and now it is discernible just how unpredictable Broadway schedules can be. Even productions that exceed usual standards must struggle to stay afloat in the unforgiving maelstrom of show business. Some might say a show like “Memphis,” with its quartet of Tony Awards, including Best Musical, had that sort of magnetism. Indeed, it ran for over three years and came close to recovering its initial costs. But a lack of critical praise and uneven ticket sales eventually led

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“Memphis” is one of many shows that closed too soon.

the Shubert Theatre to dim its lights on Aug. 5, at least until “Matilda the Musical” begins previews in March. “Clybourne Park” faces a slightly different scenario. Having started off-Broadway at Playwright’s Horizons, the show transferred to the West End, winning the Olivier Award for Best New Play and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The Broadway production was mounted as a 16week limited engagement, and winning the Tony Award for Best Play did not change that. The show still closed Sept. 2. The turnaround for the Walter Kerr Theater, however, is quick. A revival of “The Heiress” starts previews in October, starring Jessica Chastain and David Strathairn. Musicals are commonly more successful than straight plays, since musicals have bigger production values and higher tourist appeal. This syndrome cursed the recent revival of Tennessee Williams’ classic, “A Streetcar Named Desire,” which was not extended and had to close on its originally announced date — the production did not make enough of an impact in the competitive 2012 awards season. The Broadhurst will soon mount a new musical: “Rebecca,” based on Alfred Hitchcock’s Oscar-winning film and the preceding novel by Daphne du Maurier. Another noteworthy, now-closed show is the musical “Sister Act,” which originally starred Tony nominee Patina Miller before she was replaced with Raven-Symoné of Disney Channel fame. The show ran for over 500 performances, and Broadway quickly suffered from a praise Jesus overload when “Leap of Faith,” “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “Godspell” all closed this summer. Or perhaps a movie star headlining your marquee may not always be the way to go. Nevertheless, the show did well for itself and built up a substantial fan-base. While a show’s closing is always disappointing, it also offers an opportunity to look to the future. No matter how long a show runs or how many tickets it sells, the theater will always be moving forward. Taylor Turner is a contributing writer. Email him at theater@nyunews.com.

‘[REC] 3’ invites viewers to a bloody, hilarious zombie wedding By Gus Constantellis “[REC] 3: Genesis” is the latest installment of the Spanish zombie horror franchise that inspired the American remake “Quarantine.” The films are spooky, fun and widely regarded as more terrifying than their American counterpart. But unlike the first two installments of the saga, “[REC] 3” does not follow the story of the first two films. It is filmed in many different styles, and has a unique blend of horror and comedy. From the very beginning of the film, the audience discovers “[REC] 3” is not a dark, serious film. Rather, it is a fun, campy movie about zombies running amok at a wedding. Though this could be construed as a flaw — the third installment doesn’t seem to fit in with the dark and unnerving tone of the first two films — it seems director Paco Plaza wanted to take a break from the tone of the film’s predecessors and make a different movie altogether. Regardless, it is still the most enjoyable of the three films. “[REC] 3” is a horror film like “Insidious,” “Drag Me To Hell” and “The Evil Dead.” The film is also a meta-love letter to the horror genre, trying to capture the style of almost every horror movie ever made. It begins as a handheld, shaky

cam movie like “The Blair Witch Project” but then switches gears and turns into a traditional, steady camera horror movie. It also becomes extremely gory — including a particularly intense death by chainsaw — reminiscent of contemporary horror films like “Saw” and “Hostel.” But then the score creates a different effect, with dance music and suspenseful jolts that seem inspired by campy ’80s horror films such as “Friday the 13th” and “A Nightmare on Elm Street.” Going back even further, the film draws on ’70s films such as “The Omen” and “The Exorcist” with regards to religious elements. But most significantly, it has moments of intentional humor reminiscent of “Scream” and “The Cabin in the Woods.” For all these reasons, it is very difficult to hate “[REC] 3,” even if it is very different from the other films in the franchise and not a true example of the horror genre. It contrives to win the viewer’s approval, and it generates great, entertaining moments. At the very least, horror fans will appreciate the movie as an example of horror-comedy done correctly. Gus Constantellis is a contributing writer. Email him at film@nyunews.com.

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In addition to being the country’s best place to grab a slice of pizza at 3 a.m., New York City hosts a concert scene that serves as America’s best running music festival. For NYU students, a new semester means a new slate of concerts, and there are a few upcoming shows that cannot be overlooked.

1. Divine Fits Music Hall of Williamsburg, Sept. 9 Divine Fits is the new music child of Britt Daniel from Spoon and Dan Boeckner from Wolf Parade and Handsome Furs. Though the group’s debut album is not out yet, the tracks that have circulated around music blogs and are building anticipation. The songs are catchy and energetic, but they also have just the right amount of synth. Divine Fits’ MHOW show will be the band’s debut appearance in New York City. — Noamme Elisha 2. Grizzly Bear Radio City Music Hall, Sept. 24 Feast your ears on the gourmet grooves of this local dream pop-folk rock group. Grizzly Bear’s signature melancholy harmonies, backed by psychedelic waves of orchestral instruments and complex guitar riffs, are sure to resonate beautifully in Radio City Music Hall. The sounds of the band’s impending album “Shields” will allow concertgoers to sit back and relax in this landmark venue. — Priya Mulgaonkar 3. Jens Lekman Music Hall of Williamsburg, Oct. 7 If you have a penchant for upbeat, harpfilled, nonsensical Swedish pop music, then

be sure to catch Jens Lekman at the Music Hall of Williamsburg this fall. His ballads, crooned in semi-coherent English, create an endearing experience more sonorous than anything you have heard before. — Priya Mulgaonkar 4. The Early November Gramercy Theater, Oct. 9 The Early November made a triumphant return this year with “In Currents,” the band’s first album in six years. Despite this long absence, the band does not seem to have missed a beat. The Early November is currently gearing up for a short headlining tour with Georgia pop-punk favorites Cartel. Be sure to check out both bands at Gramercy Theater for what promises to be a fun and energetic show. — Rebecca Kovach 5. Old 97’s Webster Hall, Oct. 23 The four-piece alt-country band is taking its album “Too Far To Care” on tour in honor of the record’s 15th anniversary. The Old 97’s is one of the best live acts from the last quarter century, frontman Rhett Miller will open the show with songs from his solo career before the band plays its strongest album. That is about as can’t-miss as you can find. — Joshua Johnson

Find affordable theater shows in your own backyard By Olivia George While NYU students can access the city’s famous theaters on Broadway, infamous ticket prices usually keep big musicals and rising-star performances beyond the student budget. Fortunately, New York also has a thriving downtown theater scene that offers great deals for students, and the venues are within walking distance of Washington Square Park. Greenwich Village, which gave renowned playwright Eugene O’Neill his start, houses many hidden gems. Although some finds may be unexpected, open-mindedness will ensure that you stumble across some pretty amazing theaters without breaking the bank. One of the most convenient theaters for an NYU student is the Classic Stage Company, located on 13th Street between Third and Fourth avenues. As a well-established off-Broadway venue that boasts such past stars as John Turturro, Christina Ricci and F. Murray Abraham, CSC offers $20 student rush tickets to every performance. A production of Anton Chekov’s “Ivanov,” star-

ring Ethan Hawke, begins this October. Meanwhile, the Horse Trade Theater Group manages three East Village, wallet-friendly theaters: The Kraine Theater, The Red Room and UNDER St. Marks. The Red Room and UNDER St. Marks are intimate venues that feature small-scale productions with ticket prices under $20. Some upcoming shows include “Naked Girls Reading” at UNDER, which is exactly what it sounds like, and “The Drafts Lab: A Year in Her Life,” a new play by director Heidi Grumelot. Horse Trade’s Kraine Theater is home to the Neo-Futurists, an experimental acting troupe best known for their signature and ever-changing show, “Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind.” This ambitious spectacle, an attempt to perform 30 plays in 60 minutes, shows every Friday and Saturday at 10:30 p.m. for $17. Another affordable option is student rush tickets — discounted tickets bought on the day of the performance. Some theaters even allow students to buy cheap tickets in advance. The Public Theater and the New

York Theater Workshop offer $25 student tickets to almost all of their productions. They also allow people to be ushers and catch the show for free. The NYTW’s next show is “Red Dog Howls,” a play about uncovering the dark secrets of a family’s past. The Public Theater’s Lafayette Street location — just below Astor Place — always offers an array of high-quality and innovative productions. A notable show on the horizon is “Giant,” a new musical inspired by the Edna Ferber novel. With so many theaters available, it is easy to forget about the one closest to home. NYU’s own Skirball Center for the Performing Arts guarantees students will never pay more than $12 at any event. Take a look at the Skirball schedule on the NYU Home website. The bottom line is, if you get the chance, definitely visit Times Square and catch Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita in its new production, but also remember to check out some local prospects. Olivia George is a staff writer. Email her at theater@nyunews.com.

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I write as a faculty member, a faculty Senator, and a concerned member of the University community. I wish to respond to several issues raised in the NYU 2031 article written by Amy Zhang. Ms. Zhang has clearly received her information from one source only, the Administration. She seems not to be aware of, or at least not to have bothered speaking to those who have mounted a vigorous and reasoned opposition to President Sexton’s plan. Indeed, she dismisses oppositionists with a sneer — basically, the usually NIMBY suspects — which is exactly the tone taken by the Administration in face of overwhelming popular resistance to the neighborhood destruction proposed by NYU. Yes, the City Council, elected by City voters, supported the plan with a 44-1 vote; this was in complete neglect of the vast neighborhood mobilization against the plans, which have taken very little account of community needs, desires, and input. The war against the Village community should not be ignored; it is where NYU is located and these are the neighbors with whom we live and share space and upon whom we depend for the unique and diverse character of our area.

But, beyond the community opposition, what Zhang most egregiously ignores is the vast internal opposition — within NYU itself — to the proposed expansion. Over the Spring 2012 semester and into this past summer, 37 departments, divisions, and schools voted nearly unanimously to oppose the plan. This includes the entire Economics Department (with three Nobel prize winners) and the Stern School of Business, among many other large and small departments. Nearly all FAS departments residing in the Square have registered their deep skepticism and opposition to the plan. Some oppose it because it is fiscally irresponsible and shifts costs increasingly onto students (have students noticed that their health insurance costs just leapt up 33%? Or that NYU ranks 6th in the nation for student indebtedness at graduation – which doesn’t even count the number who must drop out because of mounting debt and who never graduate at all); some oppose it because it will destroy the neighborhood upon which NYU draws for its character and its uniqueness; some oppose it because the Administration by-passed all representative bodies of the faculty to hand-pick their own yes-people, who could then provide them cover for le-

gitimacy, thus undercutting the democratic substance of shared faculty and student governance; and some oppose it out of sheer disbelief at the size of the project and like of transparency in the process. There were other reasons, and most oppose it out of a combination of these reasons. In a word, most of the opposition arises out of huge concern for NYU, the institution, and out of even more concern for undergraduate students, whose sacrifices to come to NYU are enormous. In other words, we should not be dismissed with a sneer, but rather taken very seriously, as people within the system, who care deeply about our school and our students. I and many other faculty Senators invite students to begin a dialogue with us about all of the issues the NYU 2031 plan raises. Educating yourselves and educating us about yourselves can only help in furthering a constructive conversation, so that next time WSN weighs in on the topic, there is a more comprehensive view of the issues, rather than the one-sided version currently in play. — Rebecca E. Karl, associate professor of East Asian Studies and History.

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American advantages realized abroad By Raquel Woodruff Last spring, I took time off writing for the Opinion section of WSN to study abroad in Madrid for the semester. This experience left me with a bona fide admiration for Spain’s energy and intensity of spirit despite its current political and economic circumstances. However, my time abroad also greeted me with a newfound appreciation for opportunistic America — a nation where hope remains for youth who will graduate and apply for jobs. Madrid is the epicenter of urban Spain: exciting and beautiful, the people are carefree and noisy. I lived in a very residential neighborhood of Spain’s capital, and I would still wake up to the loud voices of young Madrileños at all hours of the night. Fastened to family and traditions with staunch patriotism, the Spanish youth paint a picture of both light and shadow. While the Spanish youth love their country, they have become increasingly restless and fed up with the lack of mobility in Spain’s economy — those aged 18 to 30 are facing a future that leaves them with a lower quality of

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life than their parents. In this day and age, that should be unheard of. But it is the harsh reality for a country that has felt the burn of the 2009 economic collapse much more than other EU countries. Now Spain faces the generation of the mileuristas: a term for the well-educated young people who are working in jobs that pay a mere 1,000 euros a month. But 52.9 percent of Spanish youth under the age of 25 are currently unemployed. Spain has become Europe’s silent slum. Booming in 2006, Spain had more homes under construction than Germany, France, Italy and the U.K. combined. But in 2008 the real estate bubble burst, and millions of jobs were lost. The tragedy is that now the young are more educated and more qualified than ever, but have less and less job opportunities. I have learned from my experience in Spain that the United States’ economy is a fairly independent one; immense in size and resilient. We continue to bounce back. When I was in Madrid, people in the city center of Puerta del Sol led fiery protests, calling themselves the indigna-

dos, or the angry ones. Chanting, “They do not represent us.” Spaniards my age denounced the two main Spanish political parties, claiming they have ignored and forgotten about the people. These people weren’t lazy 30-year-olds, sitting in complacency at home under the roof of their parents. These people were just out of college, speaking out angrily against the growing sense of hopelessness for their – our – generation. Spain’s story shows us that the Euro Zone’s problems go far beyond exorbitant borrowing by irresponsible governments. The pendulum of social liberties has swung too far one way, with countries like Greece and Italy sharing devastating work habits like early retirement. There needs to be a balance between capitalism and socialism. Young people in Spain who are prepared to be directors, teachers and doctors are working in supermarkets and bars. While I will sincerely miss the new and exciting experiences I had in Madrid, I know I am fortunate to have my home in the United States. Raquel Woodruff is a staff columnist. Email her at opinion@nyunews.com.

Book about Bin Laden’s death raises questions A controversial new book will be hitting shelves today, which details the Navy SEALs’ mission to kill al-Qaeda founder, Osama bin Laden, last May. Matt Bissonnette, under the pseudonym “Mark Owen”, is now under fire over the information he releases in his book, “No Easy Day.” The author provides an account of his journey as a Navy SEAL, including the events leading up to the raid and subsequent death of bin Laden. Bissonnette’s account heavily contradicts those that have already been publicized by the government in regards to how bin Laden died. The emergence of a different account puts into question the credibility of government statements on this issue. The WSN Editorial Board believes Bissonnette should not be prosecuted by the Department of Defense. As proponents of free speech and government transparency, we believe he has the right to share and the public is entitled to know the details of one of the most significant U.S. current events. If the book had included information that posed a threat to national security, then the government would be justified to block the publication. However, according to a New York Times Review, the book avoids disclosing classified information and partisan advocacy. It discusses the details of the raid and evinces in the mind-set of the SEALs involved. Given these circumstances, pressing charges against the author only paints the U.S. as an overly aggressive censor, when in fact the government should be an advocate for free speech. The black and white laws meant to protect national security are veiled by the red, white and blue imagery that have come to define this occasion. However, when the application of gag laws is exploited by the government for political gain, the purpose of the laws are diluted and delegitimized. The publication of this book provides a public service as part of Mr. Bissonette’s personal narrative of the raid. We laud any efforts to maintain an open discourse on issues of importance to the citizenry and military alike. The government should be determined to promote the patriotic undertaking of telling the truth rather than deterring those brave enough to tell it.

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