The theme was ‘60s; my costume was gaudy. Wearing a floral shirt, long white flares, and an extravagant amount of glitter, I spent the night dancing with friends. Lighting up my nails was a sloppily-painted mix of dayglo yellow and fluorescent pink. My glasses? Rose-tinted, of course. Looking back this was a night that changed…
Arts
Poll: Public lacks confidence in the government’s aid for the arts
In a statement, culture secretary Oliver Dowden described the arts as “the soul of our nation.” The arts have huge cultural significance in this country but are also vital economically – the creative sector has grown at twice the rate of the national economy in the last decade. The arts also promote mental health and…
Sport
Every body is a pole body – UEA Pole-A-Thon
The annual 24-hour Pole-a-thon will be held from 7am on Tuesday 3 December all the way through to 7am on Wednesday 4th in the hive. We will be raising money for the eating disorder charity BEAT who we have worked with for the past 2 years on this same event. People passing by can donate…
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‘I’m tired of countless sexist comments’
The other day I was having an internal dispute that I often have: how to be a palatable feminist. In other words, how do I engage actively with feminism, always questioning people’s internalised misogyny whilst not being portrayed as an irritating ‘man-hater’? I used to be one of those girls that didn’t want to cause much…
Features
The Value of Theatre for students
Participating in a youth theatre group while growing up shaped who I am today. Between the ages of 10 and 17, I was involved in a youth theatre group in my hometown of Bridlington and was part of around eight musical theatre shows during that time. Theatre is an important art form in itself. Putting…
Fashion
All that glitters in HBO’s Euphoria
HBO’s breakout show Euphoria had everybody hooked over summer. Not only have the characters and their stories stayed with us, but so has the fashion and makeup. The makeup on the show, created by Donni Davy, isn’t just part of a costume, it is key in visualising character development and can most clearly be seen…
Creative Writing
Confidence
Public speaking always terrified me. I hated the sound of my own voice Amplified through the microphone, Every crack of my throat audible against the silence of the room. I feared the multitude of faces Staring at me like dolls lined up in a toyshop, Their marble eyes glued to my body. I shuddered at…
Fashion
Summer Dresses or Sweater Weather?
Instead of hiding your favourite summer pieces at the back of your closet as soon as the weather starts changing, flaunt them as transitional pieces between summer and fall using these simple tips and tricks! To kick off, dark shades are a fall essential, such as burgundy, navy and grey. While dressing for the transitional…
Sport
Dancing along to class
When I first joined the Ballroom and Latin Dance Club (UEABLDC) two years ago, I did not expect it to be quite as impactful on my life as it has been. Since then, I have taken part in competitions, performed on stage, and am now going into my second year of being on the committee….
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