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The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia
The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia
The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

Lauren Coates

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"Frankenstein": A beautiful and gothic ballet

“Frankenstein”: A beautiful and gothic ballet

Lauren Coates
October 22, 2023
(Left) Amanda Rau, DePaul sophomore and part-time lab moderator, and Annie Gidionsen work in the Idea Realization Lab (IRL) at a desk station.

Idea Realization Lab sparks creativity, inspiration across DePaul community

Lauren Coates
June 4, 2023
Susan Burgess, DePaul Senior Professional Lecturer and Internship Program Coordinator in the department of political science, published her most recent book "LGBT Inclusion in American Life."

DePaul professor and author writes book on queer visibility in modern culture

Lauren Coates
May 21, 2023
Professional figure skater and figure skating choreographer Denali Foxx has competed on season 13 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”

Anti-drag legislation targets LGBTQ+ community

Lauren Coates
April 30, 2023
Gayeon Jung stars as the Mermaid in Joffery Ballet's adaptation of "The Little Mermaid," choreographed by John Neumeier.

Joffrey Ballet mounts an ambitious, melancholy reimagining of The Little Mermaid

Lauren Coates
April 30, 2023
‘Beau is Afraid’ is a miserable, freudian Odyssey

‘Beau is Afraid’ is a miserable, freudian Odyssey

Lauren Coates
April 23, 2023
Two thumbs up: Remembering legendary Chicago film critic Roger Ebert

Two thumbs up: Remembering legendary Chicago film critic Roger Ebert

Lauren Coates
April 9, 2023
Zachary Levi in Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023).

Review: ‘Shazam’ sequel lacks magic

Lauren Coates
March 24, 2023
The Lookingglass Theater's production of "Villette" based on Charlotte Brontë’s titular novel.

Lookingglass Theater’s “Villette” is a ‘moody, mesmerizing tale of love and solitude’

Lauren Coates
March 5, 2023
The Joffery Ballet hosts its production of "Anna Karenina." The performance is based on Leo Tolstoy's novel of the same name.

Anna Karenina at the Joffrey Ballet finds beauty in tragedy

Lauren Coates
February 19, 2023
Logan Floyd (Left) and Katie Frieden star in CIBC Theater's showing of Chicago.

“Chicago” brings money, murder, and all that jazz to the CIBC theater

Lauren Coates
January 22, 2023
Margot Robbie stars in Damien Chazelle's latest Drama, following the rise and fall of ambitious actors in 1920's Hollywood.

Babylon is a mighty, grimy Hollywood fable lost in its own excess

Lauren Coates
December 28, 2022
The Joffery ballet, one of the largest dance companies in Chicago, celebrates the holidays with their yearly production of "The Nutcracker."

Joffrey Ballet’s reimagined Nutcracker brings new dimension to a Holiday Classic

Lauren Coates
December 26, 2022
David Harbour stars as a gritty, homicidal Santa Claus in Tommy Wirkola's latest thriller.

Review: A lackluster script puts a damper on Violent Night’s Christmas Cheer

Lauren Coates
December 22, 2022
An interview being conducted at the Music Box theater to kickoff the festivels 58th year.

CIFF: Programmers, Critics, and Volunteers talk films, navigating the fest and more

Lauren Coates
October 24, 2022
(From left to right) Kelvin Roston, McKinley Carter, Erica Stephan, Andrew Jessop, Jonah Winston and Nancy Wagner star in "Clue" at the Mercury Theater.

Mercury Theater serves up killer comedy with “Clue”

Lauren Coates
October 23, 2022
Tom Hulce stars as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the 1984 film "Amadeus."

Chicago Symphony Orchestra puts film and music in perfect harmony with Amadeus: Live

Lauren Coates
October 19, 2022
Do Revenge: a charming chick flick homage

Do Revenge: a charming chick flick homage

Lauren Coates
October 2, 2022
Glinda (Jennafer Newberry, left) and Elphaba (Lissa deGuzman) reveal the origins of their friendship turned rivalry as seen in "The Wizard of Oz."

National tour of “Wicked” delivers visual spectacle and strong performances

Lauren Coates
October 2, 2022
Pictured here is Batman played by Robert Pattinson and Selina Kyle played by Zoë Kravitz.

Review: Matt Reeves delivers a sleek, film-noir inspired superhero in “The Batman”

Lauren Coates
March 6, 2022
Starring Peter Dinklage, Haley Bennett and Kevin Harrison Jr., Cyrano is based on a screen-write.

Review: Peter Dinklage carries ‘Cyrano’ movie-musical

Lauren Coates
February 28, 2022
Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana in "Spencer."

‘Spencer’ review: manic pixie dream princess

Lauren Coates
November 7, 2021
Lamb review: a sleepy Icelandic folktale turned nightmare

Lamb review: a sleepy Icelandic folktale turned nightmare

Lauren Coates
October 10, 2021
Franz Rogowski and Paula Beer in “Undine,” which premiered at the Berlinale Film Festival in 2020. The film is a modern version of the classic European myth of the same name.

Stellar lead performances take ‘Undine’ to romance heights

Lauren Coates
June 6, 2021
P!nk performs on Funhouse Tour.

REVIEW: P!nk juggles motherhood, stardom in “All I Know So Far”

Lauren Coates
May 23, 2021
Still of Joshua Bassett and Olivia Rodrigo in "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series."

REVIEW: ‘High School Musical: The Musical: The Series’ sticks to the status quo in season 2 premiere

Lauren Coates
May 16, 2021
osé Álvaro Osorio Balvin, aka J Balvin, has a contemplative moment before a performance in the documentary “The Boy From Medellin.”

REVIEW: J Balvin biopic challenges narrative that celebrities shouldn’t speak out on political issues

Lauren Coates
May 9, 2021
Producers Peter Spears, from left, Frances McDormand, Chloe Zhao, Mollye Asher and Dan Janvey, winners of the award for best picture for "Nomadland," pose in the press room at the Oscars on Sunday, April 25, 2021, at Union Station in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, Pool)

Oscars Recap: Nomadland nabs top prizes in a night of surprises

Lauren Coates
April 26, 2021
Still of Michelle Buteau, host of "The Circle."

REVIEW: ‘The Circle’ returns with another great cast

Lauren Coates
April 18, 2021
Idris Elba and Caleb McLaughlin star as a father-son duo in "Concrete Cowboy," based off of the book "Ghetto Cowboy" by Greg Neri.

REVIEW: ‘Concrete Cowboy’ puts a modern Philly spin on the Old Hollywood Western

Lauren Coates
April 5, 2021
Billie Eilish, right, performs with her brother Finneas O'Connell as depicted in "Billie Eilish: The World's A Little Blurry"

REVIEW: ‘Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry’ is a vulnerable portrait of a young superstar

Lauren Coates
February 28, 2021
Martin Kove reprises his role as Cobra Kai sensei John Kreese in season 3 of "Cobra Kai.

REVIEW: ‘Cobra Kai’ maintains its charm amid platform changes

Lauren Coates
January 10, 2021
Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugah star in Sylvie's Love.

REVIEW: ‘Sylvie’s Love’ is a decadent period romance reminiscent of Hollywood’s golden age

Lauren Coates
January 4, 2021
Chadwick Boseman stars in his final role in "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom."

REVIEW: Boseman and Davis are an intoxicating duo in ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’

Lauren Coates
December 21, 2020
James Corden, Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman and Andrew Rannells star in "The Prom."

The best shows and movies to watch over winter break

Lauren Coates
November 15, 2020
The Child—dubbed "Baby Yoda" by fans— in the season opener of"The Mandalorian."

REVIEW: ‘The Mandalorian’ returns with lackluster season opener

Lauren Coates
November 1, 2020
Still from "Sweat," which was featured at the Chicago International Film Festival.

REVIEW: ‘Sweat’ explores the dark sides of social media stardom

Lauren Coates
October 25, 2020
Still of John Belushi in "Animal House," one of his most famous roles.

REVIEW: ‘Belushi’ is a vibrant, unflinching portrayal of a comedy legend

Lauren Coates
October 18, 2020
Spike Lee directs a concert film of David Byrne's "American Utopia," set to premiere at the Chicago International Film Festival.

Five must-watch films at the Chicago International Film Festival

Lauren Coates
October 11, 2020
Still from 'Hereditary," written and directed by Ari Aster.

The best horror movies for people who hate horror

Lauren Coates
October 4, 2020
"All In" explores many types of voter rights movements including the women's suffrage movement.

REVIEW: ‘All In : The Fight For Democracy’ emphasizes the importance of voting

Lauren Coates
September 20, 2020
The Cadillac Palace Theatre in downtown Chicago hasn't put on any shows since the pandemic began.

Future of Chicago theatre remains uncertain amid pandemic

Lauren Coates
September 20, 2020
This image released by Disney shows Yifei Liu in the title role of "Mulan." (Jasin Boland/Disney via AP)

Disney is remaking the wrong films

Lauren Coates
September 11, 2020
The cast of "Big Brother."

Why ‘Big Brother’ is the perfect show to binge during COVID-19

Lauren Coates
September 6, 2020
Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti star in "Palm Springs", now available on Hulu.

The best new shows, movies to come out of quarantine

Lauren Coates
August 18, 2020
REVIEW: 'Tiger King' is the perfect antidote to quarantine-induced boredom

REVIEW: ‘Tiger King’ is the perfect antidote to quarantine-induced boredom

Lauren Coates
April 1, 2020
REVIEW: ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ brings witty entertainment

REVIEW: ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ brings witty entertainment

Lauren Coates
February 23, 2020
REVIEW: 'Mean Girls: The Musical' not as good as the movie but still a must-see

REVIEW: ‘Mean Girls: The Musical’ not as good as the movie but still a must-see

Lauren Coates
January 26, 2020
Jason Mraz performs on an acoustic guitar in March 2011.

Jason Mraz speaks with The DePaulia on intimate tours, social activism

Lauren Coates
November 18, 2019
Blue Man Group Chicago tests new instruments, material

Blue Man Group Chicago tests new instruments, material

Lauren Coates
October 13, 2019
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