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Danielle Kessler, A/E Editor

Danielle has been part of the Arts and Entertainment team for three semesters and has really fallen in love with the craft of entertainment-style writing. A Journalism-News major minoring in cinema studies, she’s always had an interest in film. Her favorite movie is “Almost Famous” from which she learned to be “honest and unmerciful” in her writing. She enjoys writing reviews of movies, plays, musicals and drag shows as well as watching movies and tweeting in her spare time.

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Another painting by Arran Harvey that depicts the everyday wearing of masks. Courtesy of the Museum of Northern California Art.

The monca finishes the year strong with ‘Selfie 2020’

Danielle Kessler, A/E Editor
December 15, 2020
Freaky tells the story of a girl trapped in a serial murderers body and pays homage to the teen-slasher genre. Courtesy of Universal Pictures.

‘Freaky’: an homage to the teen slasher genre

Danielle Kessler, A/E Editor
December 1, 2020
Winter can be a time for self-reflection as well as being cozy. Here are some songs to capture the different feelings cold weather can bring. Photo by Danielle Kessler.

[Photo] It’s cold out, here’s some songs to listen to until it’s not.

Thomas Stremfel, Reporter
November 23, 2020
The office of Tribal Relations hosted a Zoom presentation on Nov. 19 in response to Native American Heritage month. Photo credit: Danielle Kessler

[Photo] Chico State’s Tribal Relations presents ‘Misconceptions of Identity: The Native American Experience’

Sophia Pearson, Reporter
November 22, 2020
The Laramie Project streamed Nov. 11 and tells the heartbreaking story of Matthew Shepard.

‘The Laramie Project’ tells a universally powerful story

Danielle Kessler, Editor
November 20, 2020
Here are five nostalgic movies from the 90s and 2000s that can be enjoyed by kids, teens and adults. Graphic by Danielle Kessler

[Photo] Throwback kid’s movies that are good for adults, too

Kelsey Ogle, Reporter
November 6, 2020
Halloweekend is the perfect time to watch all your favorite 80s classics

[Photo] Essential ‘80s horror movies to watch this Halloween

Sophia Pearson, Reporter
October 30, 2020
Owner Damien Herrera (Left) and business partner Brandon Gutierrez (Right) have opened Second Life on its new Nord location.

The vintage revival: meet the guys behind Second Life

Danielle Kessler, A/E Editor
October 16, 2020
Performances at Laxson auditorium have been cancelled for the semester, but staff are still employed.

[Photo] Chico State students, faculty, staff work to keep local music scene vibrant amid pandemic

September 14, 2020
Still image from The Half of It, a Netflix original film

‘The Half of It’ isn’t a typical teen movie

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
May 6, 2020
A sign posted on the window of the Laxson Auditorium box office stating all Chico Performances, North State Symphony and School of the Arts shows have been canceled.

Chico State arts programs are planning for a semester online

Danielle Kessler and Kati Morris
May 4, 2020
Joseph Lau, who performs as J-Lau, is a local drag performer based in Chico. During quarantine, Lau has participated in a new online wave of drag shows, usually done through livestreams. Courtesy of Joseph Lau

Chico drag performers serve virtual elegance

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
April 22, 2020
Bars implement new curbside pickup policy

Bars implement new curbside pickup policy

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
April 13, 2020
Left to right: Tom Holland and Chris Pratt star as elf brothers Ian and Barley, respectively in Pixars Onward. Courtesy of Disney

‘Onward’ is the movie we deserve right now

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
April 8, 2020
Arts and Humanities Building at Chico State. Some BFA art students have found the transition to online teaching difficult since they no longer have access to studios.

Bachelor of Fine Arts students face challenges in online classes amidst pandemic

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
April 3, 2020
Left to right: Adèle Haenel and Noémie Merlant star as Héloïse and Marianne in Portrait of a Lady on Fire. Courtesy of Pyramide Films

‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’: a lesbian romance done with love

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
April 2, 2020
Artist Geoffrey Bark had some of his work at the gallery, including The Hermit (Left).

Chico State student artists reveal their hard work

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
March 22, 2020

‘Emma.’ is a visually breathtaking adaptation

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
March 11, 2020
‘Servant of Two Masters’ preserves a theatrical tradition

‘Servant of Two Masters’ preserves a theatrical tradition

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
March 11, 2020
‘The Invisible Man’ is a true psychological horror film

‘The Invisible Man’ is a true psychological horror film

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
March 5, 2020
Members of LEAD pose for photo

LEAD illustrates ‘The Struggles of Undocumented Womxn’

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
March 4, 2020
Noah Centineo holding Lana Condor

‘P.S. I Still Love You’ is the sequel that hits softly

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
February 28, 2020
The members of Hot Tuna

Hot Tuna celebrates 50 years of psychedelia

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
February 26, 2020
Sonic the Hedgehog

‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ is fun and redeeming

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
February 19, 2020
Silent disco at the El Rey Theatre

Silent disco provides a unique social experience

Danielle Kessler, Staff Writer
February 19, 2020

‘Birds of Prey’ delivers empowerment with style

Danielle Kessler
February 12, 2020
Lus work is currently available to view in the Jacki Headley University art gallery.

Cathy Lu showcases her new exhibit “Foreign Bodies”

Danielle Kessler
February 5, 2020
Finn Wolfhard, Mackenzie Davis and Brooklynn Prince star as Miles Fairchild, Kate Mandell and Flora Fairchild, respectively, in The Turning.

The Turning: Review

Danielle Kessler
February 4, 2020
The Infamous Stringdusters performing

Infamous Stringdusters play bluegrass for non-bluegrass fans

Danielle Kessler
January 28, 2020
Still image from the film, 1917

‘1917’ brings viewers to the front lines

Danielle Kessler
January 27, 2020

Is nostalgia, price of Disney Plus worth it?

Danielle Kessler
December 13, 2019

Annual Womxn’s Conference embraces femininity

Danielle Kessler
November 26, 2019
Professor Rouben Mohiudden talking with engineers and builders who will eventually start building homes from the student designed floor plans. Photo credit: Danielle Kessler

Chico State student architects review their rebuilding plans with Paradise residents

Danielle Kessler
November 26, 2019
Chico State responding to the Chico State Young Republicans and protest on Wednesday. Photo credit: Ricardo Tovar

Young Republicans and protestors clash, three criminal charges filed

Danielle Kessler, Melissa Joseph, and Ricardo Tovar
November 20, 2019
Jessica Barlett and Jason Halley are very fun awesome Chico State Photographers. Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Fall photo walk teaches aspiring photographers new skills

Danielle Kessler
November 12, 2019
Many locals came back to Paradise for the one year anniversary. The reactions were all different as the event carried on. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Resource building ‘The Brick’ initiates the rebuilding of Paradise

Danielle Kessler
November 12, 2019
Student in the project explaining their designs of homes. Photo credit: Danielle Kessler

Chico State interior architecture students to rebuild Paradise homes

Danielle Kessler
November 11, 2019
Children can get an experience of milking a fake cow. Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Harvest festival supports local businesses

Danielle Kessler
November 10, 2019

The best bad horror movies

Danielle Kessler
October 31, 2019
The stage at the silent disco had three DJs set up playing their own music. Photo credit: Danielle Kessler

2nd annual Halloween silent disco: good, spooky vibes

Danielle Kessler
October 31, 2019
Documentary filmmaker Byron Hurt spoke at he BMU about how toxic masculinity is deeply rooted within our society. Photo credit: Danielle Kessler

Filmmaker Byron Hurt gets real about toxic masculinity

Danielle Kessler
October 23, 2019
There were a balanced number of females and males that participated in the competition. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Z-Rock’s 23rd annual Pumpkinhead

Danielle Kessler
October 23, 2019
Performer struts a panda costume. Photo credit: Mary Vogel

Queens, camera, action: Chico State’s 5th annual drag show

Danielle Kessler
October 14, 2019
The Stonewall timeline and exhibit included some photos from the Stonewall riots in 1969 Photo credit: Danielle Kessler

The legacy of the Stonewall riots

Danielle Kessler
October 14, 2019
Photo courtesy of Legacy Stage theater group.

‘Macbeth’ gets an inventive new twist

Danielle Kessler
October 10, 2019
TikTok is an app that tweens and teenagers use to pass their free time. Photo credit: Melissa Joseph

TikTok innovative, but reinforces stereotypes

Danielle Kessler
October 6, 2019
American Horror Story 1984 promotional poster. Photo courtesy FX.

‘American Horror Story’ is back in classic 80s horror fashion

Danielle Kessler
October 1, 2019
Courtesy of Black Cat Photography.

‘The Addams Family’ provides fall-season fun

Danielle Kessler
October 1, 2019
Cassandra Arechiga singing one of her original songs and showing off her amazing vocals. Photo credit: Danielle Kessler

“Soul Corner” lets students share their stories

Danielle Kessler
October 1, 2019

Chico State student gallery displays unique interior architecture

Danielle Kessler
September 22, 2019
Photo provided by Circus Vargas.

Circus Vargas enchants audiences of all ages

Danielle Kessler
September 16, 2019

’13 Reasons Why’ is still awful

Danielle Kessler
September 8, 2019
Theo shredded on the guitar and moved all around the stage during his performance. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Black Flag plays a perfectly chaotic show

Danielle Kessler
September 8, 2019
Three Over Four/Compator by Michael David Hall, curated by Sheri Simmons. Courtesy of the Janet Turner Print Museum. Photo credit: Danielle Kessler

New art exhibit celebrates faculty artists

Danielle Kessler
August 30, 2019
Wizard Apprentice giving an interesting performance, combining music, visuals, and movement.

Local artists jam with Chico LGBTQ community for pride week

Danielle Kessler
August 29, 2019
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