This year, the video game industry took a gamble that did not pay off. On Feb. 20, independent developer LocalThunk released the rogue-like deck-building game Balatro to immediate commercial and critical success. Read more...
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April 19, 4:13 pm
Restaurant review: House of Mandi unites Bruins with homey atmosphere, shareable food
Westwood has found a good home for Yemeni cuisine. House of Mandi opened its doors on March 15 near the corner of Gayley and Kinross Avenue, a brief walk from the university apartments. Read more...
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April 19, 4:09 pm
Album review: ‘THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT’ is chaired by sultry slang, melodramatic monotony
This post was updated April 21 at 11:37 p.m. While the poet may be tortured, the poems themselves exude both monotony and melodrama. Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift dropped her 11th studio album Friday in the form of a surprise double album “THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT: THE ANTHOLOGY.” The album explores the singer’s experiences with prior relationships while weaving themes of addiction, manipulation, parenthood and family through the 31-song marathon. Read more...
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April 18, 6:56 pm
Video game preview: Remakes, sequels, new creations spring to life this season
This post was updated April 19 at 7:04 p.m. “Another Crab’s Treasure” It’s time to dive into a new aquatic adventure. The second game from indie studio Aggro Crab, “Another Crab’s Treasure,” is slated to release April 25. Read more...
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April 18, 12:56 pm
Theater preview: Musicals, comedy and ice-skating heat up the spring season
This post was updated April 18 at 7:39 p.m. Theater’s biggest names will be springing into action this season. As the sun shines brighter, vibrant productions will be flowering across Los Angeles stages. Read more...
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April 17, 5:39 pm
Concert preview: Music nostalgia and novelty spring onstage this quarter
This quarter, artists are hopping onto the stage. From decades-long discographies to the latest lullabies, musicians are setting off the spring soundwaves. Whether it’s a return to the stage or a celebration of newness, there’s something for every stage of life this season. Read more...
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April 14, 3:19 pm
Theater review: ‘Fat Ham’ is a must-see ‘Hamlet’ production, keeps classic charm, makes it its own
This post was updated April 17 at 11:50 p.m. To go, or not to go: that is the question that “Fat Ham” successfully answers. Written by James Ijames and brought to life by director Sideeq Heard, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play “Fat Ham” brings a classic Shakespearean drama to a backyard family barbecue. Read more...