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Miami University's Department of Theater performs "Into the Woods."

Miami University theater department presents ‘Into the Woods’

By Layla Norris | May 11, 2026

Miami University’s theater department presented its annual spring musical from May 1-7. This year, students performed “Into the Woods.”“Into the Woods” follows the story of the Baker and his wife and their quest to lift the curse of the Witch in order to have a child. Other fairytale characters are featured, such as Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella and Rapunzel. Even Jack from “Jack and the Beanstalk” make an appearance.

Layla Norris is an Opinion writer for The Miami Student. Photo provided by Layla Norris

Meet The Columnist: Layla Norris

By Layla Norris | May 10, 2026

"These people are why I write. Even a stranger in the street gives me reason to write. No matter how small, I know words on a page will impact somebody, somewhere."

Members of Stage Left perform in their production of "Be More Chill."

Miami University’s Stage Left presents ‘Be More Chill’

By Layla Norris | May 1, 2026

Stage Left, a theater organization on campus fully led by Miami University students, presents a musical every semester. This spring, they performed “Be More Chill” over the weekend of April 24-26.“Be More Chill” follows the life of a teenager, Jeremy Here: A social outcast who has one friend, an estranged relationship with his father and an enormous crush on a girl who barely knows he exists. More than anything, he desires to be cool.

The issue of women’s sports

By Layla Norris | April 23, 2026

With both teams setting records, the attention should have been equal. It was anything but. People circulated infographics about the men’s team around Instagram almost daily; yet there was hardly a word heard about the women’s.

Vision Dance company preforming in Alumni Hall during their annual showcase titled, V2K.

V2K: 25 years of Vision Dance Company

By Layla Norris | April 19, 2026

Miami University’s Vision Dance Company (VDC) is a student-led organization on campus bringing dancers together to choreograph and perform. Established in 2001, they are “Miami’s most versatile dance organization.”On April 10 and 11, they performed their 2026 show, V2K — their own take on Y2K — celebrating the organization’s 25th anniversary.

A24's 'The Drama' is drama-filled and messy.

The only correct title: A review of ‘The Drama’

By Layla Norris | April 16, 2026

Director Kristoffer Borgli did not miss when he titled this movie “The Drama” — because there is certainly drama.From the beginning, you can tell something is off. While it did not convey typical aspects of horror or suspense, things felt weird. The initial scene depicts a seemingly adorable meet-cute between Charlie (Robert Pattinson) and Emma (Zendaya).

Late-night shows are evolving into a new era.

From Jimmy Fallon to Brittany Broski: The evolution of late-night television

By Layla Norris | April 5, 2026

From cable television to YouTube Shorts, late-night shows have touched audiences everywhere.When you hear “late-night show,” a few names probably come to mind: Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers, Jimmy Fallon, James Corden or any Saturday Night Live cast member from 1975 to now.However, while these names are household staples, people are watching them less and less. According to rating reports, total viewership has declined by three percent since 2024. The number of viewers ages 18 to 49 has decreased by 16%.

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