Danielle Diniz
Cornell University
I am a junior double majoring in English and Theater at Cornell University with a particular interest in Shakespeare. I write for the Cornell Daily Sun as well as pursue amateur screenwriting and playwriting. I'm a dancer and choreographer, performing in and creating pieces for main stage shows at the Schwartz Center as well as other dance concerts and choreographed an Off-Broadway production of Into the Woods. In high school, in addition to avidly competing in dance and performing in musicals, I had a short stint on One Life to Live and some Itunes releases.
Disappointment of the Day: Watching How I Met Your Mother for the First Time
September 25, 2012
I tuned into CBS last night as a first time viewer of How I Met Your Mother. And considering how much positive feedback I had heard from the show's followers, I was simply disappointed. Sure I'm tuning in late, but it just wasn't that funny.
This Day in Tennis History: “The Battle of the Sexes” Anniversary
September 20, 2012
The 1973 "Battle of the Sexes" made a huge statement for women. So many people, even out of the 90 million who watched, had little faith in what a woman could produce on the court, but Billie Jean King proved them wrong.
The US Open: A Brief Beginner’s Guide
August 31, 2012
Although the US Open is in full swing, there’s no reason you still can’t stop by the tournament. Here’s a brief beginners' guide to what you should do, wear, eat, and see while you’re there.
‘Rich Kids of Instagram’ Leads to Instant Fame
August 24, 2012
Rich Kids of Instagram is one of the latest manifestations of new media, communicating what it's like to be a child of true wealth. But should we really be encouraging it?
Gallery Girls: A NextGen Recap
August 15, 2012
Gallery Girls debuted its first episode Monday night on Bravo, but was it really in a league of its own? Despite being a mishmash of standard TV elements, it may still end up being wildly popular.
Andy Murray — A Champion in the Making
August 8, 2012
After clinching the gold medal in London, Scotsman Andy Murray has newly found confidence, a new coach, and the desire to win a Grand Slam. All of that is fueling him to take on the 'Fab Three.'
Step Up Revolution — Did It Really Step It Up?
July 30, 2012
I grew up being taught by some of Step Up Revolution's choreographers, so I knew firsthand that although the storyline might be mundane and the acting corny, the quality of dance would make up for it, and I was right.
With Wimbledon Kicking Off, Where Are The Tennis Fans?
June 26, 2012
Did you know Wimbledon, tennis' most prestigious and tradition-oriented tournament, began yesterday? Did you know you're missing out on watching some of the greatest athletes in the world? Let me fill you in.
