D.O. screentime columnists reveal 2025 Oscars picks
As this year's awards season comes to an end, the Daily Orange screen columnists share their Oscars predictions. Read more »
Writer archives: Ben Butler
Escape midterms with live music at Cage, Dazed this weekend
This week, enjoy a Dazed show before spring break, or rock out with Invoke Thy Wrath. Read more »
Syracuse native Tom Kenny brings SpongeBob voice back to campus
Tom Kenny, voice actor of SpongeBob SquarePants, visited his hometown of Syracuse on Tuesday and held a Q&A session with Syracuse University students. Read more »
Celebrate Valentine’s Day, meet voice of SpongeBob this week
Celebrate Valentine's Day with love poetry from around the world or receive a custom snow globe this upcoming week. Read more »
Start February with self-care at Hair Me Out or sweet treats in Schine
Start off this month with a celebration of Black-owned businesses at Hair Me Out in Schine Student Center, or watch “Wicked” with University Union’s “Late Night Movie” series. Read more »
Megaton Games brings vintage video games to Syracuse’s 'fighting community'
Megaton Games in Syracuse’s Eastwood neighborhood opened in November 2024, offering locals various gaming events and connections with the community. Read more »
FKA Twigs’ ‘Eusexua’ evokes contortionist, raunchy imagery
FKA Twigs’ “Eusexua” uses downtempo trip-hop sounds to portray sensual themes. Read more »
Enjoy sweet treats at Dessert Crawl at Schine, watch ‘Conclave’ this week
This week, satisfy your sweet tooth with local vendors at Dessert Crawl, or learn about Black Wall Street with the Syracuse area's Black-owned businesses. Read more »
Remembering David Lynch's legacy: meditation, surrealism, ‘presence’
David Lynch’s contrasting style and unique personality, as well as his appreciation for transcendental meditation, were hallmarks of his career as a film director. Read more »
SU alum London Ladd toys with rhythm, color in his illustrations
Syracuse University assistant professor of illustration, London Ladd, started his career with historical illustrations. Since then, he's gravitated to colorful, personal work inspired by his life. Read more »
Skaneateles’ Dickens Christmas brings classic stories to life
For 31 years, actors dress in elaborate costumes from the 1840s and commit to characters for Dickens Christmas, a magical holiday time machine. Read more »
'DJ Lorenz-The Experience' stars on WCNY’s Pulso Central station
After emigrating from Peru, Syracuse-based DJ Renzo Quesada uses his role as a radio host on Pulso Central to spread positivity. Read more »
Kendrick Lamar's surprise 'GNX' drop comments on hip-hop's influence
Hip-hop poet Kendrick Lamar’s latest album, “GNX,” reflects on the genre, but lacks focus and fails to break new ground, according to our columnist. Read more »
‘Anora’ subverts expectations with jarringly real characters, plot
Sean Baker’s newest film, “Anora,” may define him as one of the most realistic and humanistic directors of all time. Read more »
The Brooklyn Pickle experience feels like ‘coming home for Thanksgiving’
Brooklyn Pickle, one of Syracuse's favorite sandwich shops, keeps customers coming back year after year with a friendly atmosphere. Read more »
Syracuse Gooners are a ‘built-in friend group’ for Arsenal fans
Gooners from far and wide came to Syracuse to watch Premier League soccer at Wolff’s Biergarten. Read more »
Celebrate Diwali, visit Orange After Dark’s Psychic Fair this week
This week, enjoy events like Diwali with samosas and Indian sweets or attend a movie screening hosted by Syracuse University's Department of Language, Literatures, and Linguistics. Read more »
Water Street Bagel Co. brings NYC-quality bagels to Syracuse
Owners and customers of Water Street Bagel Co. reflect on what makes the shop successful after it was named the fifth best bagel shop in New York state. Read more »
DannyLux brings ‘fire’ performance to 2nd Calentón Music Fest
Syracuse University’s University Union hosted its second annual Calentón Music Fest. The event highlighted Latine musicians, dancers and organizations. Read more »
Pulso Central serves as CNY’s 1st Spanish-language radio station
Pulso Central, central New York’s first Spanish-language radio station, aired its first episode last month. Read more »
Let the Force guide you to see Galactic Empire, P!nk this weekend
This week, catch a pop performance by P!nk at the JMA Wireless Dome or enjoy some blues with JW Jones at the 443 Social Club. Read more »
Juice Jam's new look, headliner switch up face varied fan reactions
Headliner Quavo and supporting acts Maisie Peters and Smino performed at this year’s Juice Jam, earning mixed reactions from Syracuse University students. Read more »
'Destroy All Monsters' exhibits contributions to early fan culture
The Special Collection Research Center’s newest exhibit, “Destroy All Monsters,” explores fandom culture in the sci-fi and punk scenes. Read more »
Irish Fest reflects Syracuse's soul-bond to its Irish subculture
The Irish Festival returned to Clinton Square with a packed schedule of live performances and activities. The festival serves as a place for many central New Yorkers to celebrate their Irish heritage. Read more »
