Emma Rubenstein, Author at The DePaulia

‘Twist Your Dickens’ hilariously toys with holiday tradition

Emma Rubenstein • December 18, 2014

Unique and offbeat productions have become somewhat of a staple in the Chicago Christmas theater scene. New shows are blossoming amid the countless holiday classics, shows that are hilarious, touching,...

No. 25 DePaul women’s basketball trounces Loyola

Matthew Paras, Editor-in-Chief • December 17, 2014

A week after a disappointing loss to Notre Dame, No. 25 DePaul women’s basketball answered back in dominant fashion. Jessica January scored a career-high 25 points, Megan Rogowksi had 21 and four...

DePaul men’s basketball squanders late lead to lose 78-72 vs. Illinois State

Matthew Paras, Editor-in-Chief • December 14, 2014

There are growing pains throughout the course of the season, and boy did this one hurt. DePaul men’s basketball blew a six-point lead in the final three minutes of the game Sunday as Illinois State...

George Washington downs DePaul men’s basketball 81-68

Matthew Paras, Editor-in-Chief • December 12, 2014

A second half push wasn’t enough for DePaul men’s basketball as they suffered an 81-68 loss against George Washington Thursday in their first road game of the season. The Blue Demons (6-2) came...

Missed free throws cost No. 25 DePaul vs. No. 5 Notre Dame

Matthew Paras, Editor-in-Chief • December 11, 2014

On the day after they were both named as candidates for the Naismith Trophy watch list, DePaul guard Brittany Hrynko and Notre Dame guard Jewell Loyd battled back-and-forth Wednesday night at McGrath-Phillips...

The DePaulia’s best albums of 2014

Kirsten Onsgard, Matthew Paras, Erin Yarnall, and Kevin Quin • December 10, 2014

Members of The DePaulia's staff chose the albums that made them sing, dance, jam or just provided a soundtrack to life. Here our some of our best albums of 2014. Kirsten Onsgard - Arts & Life Editor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LmX5c7HoUw Between...

Joffrey’s ‘Nutcracker’ showcases classic holiday ballet

Alicya Dennison • December 10, 2014

Last Friday officially ushered in the holiday season in Chicago with the Joffrey Ballet's "The Nutcracker" opening at the Auditorium Theater. Joffrey’s adaptation of "The Nutcracker" begins...

DePaul women’s basketball dominates Chicago State 87-34

Ellie Braida • December 7, 2014

When No. 25 DePaul women's basketball exploded into an early 17-0 lead and full court press against a winless Chicago State, it was evident they weren’t taking any games off. “We treat them...

DePaul men’s basketball rolls over Milwaukee for fourth straight win

Matthew Paras, Editor-in-Chief • December 7, 2014

In the early hours of Sunday morning, Billy Garrett and the rest of DePaul men’s basketball team was sent outside of their Rosemont hotel due to a gas leak. The Blue Demons, along with the rest of...

DePaul men’s basketball earns fourth straight win

December 7, 2014

Q&A: Wilam Tarris of ‘Dee Snider’s Rock & Roll Christmas Tale’

Emma Rubenstein • December 7, 2014

This winter, Broadway in Chicago is bringing a new take on holiday theater to the city. Written by Dee Snider of Twister Sister and directed by Adam John Hunter, "Dee Snider’s Rock & Roll Christmas...

Goodman’s ‘Christmas Carol’ a classic delight

Emma Rubenstein • December 7, 2014

This holiday season, The Goodman’s annual production of "A Christmas Carol" has returned to the Albert, where it is delighting audiences of all ages by residing between the worlds of innovation and...