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August 31, 12:56 pm

Theater review: Corny comedy “Shucked” offers curious commentary, charms all ears

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 4:21 p.m. Sweet and satisfying, “Shucked” is worthy of all ears. The Tony-winning musical comedy has sprouted at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, where it will stay through Sept. Read more...

Photo: Several actors clad in denim and overalls pose excitedly on a stage featuring props of corn and a wagon. The Tony-winning musical comedy has sprouted at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, where it will stay through Sept. 7 on its national tour. (Courtesy of shuckedmusical.com)

Arts, Arts Columns, Lifestyle

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August 30, 12:47 pm

Book review: R.F. Kuang’s ‘Katabasis’ combines logic, theory with captivating story of growth

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 7:59 p.m. Warning: Spoilers for R.F. Kuang’s “Katabasis” ahead. “Katabasis” is an intriguing book for academics but possibly a challenging journey for casual readers. Read more...

Photo: Shown is the cover of R.F. Kuang’s latest novel, “Katabasis.” The story follows two graduate students’ journey to hell to save their professor. (Courtesy of HarperCollins Publishers)

Arts, Arts Columns, Music

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August 29, 6:42 pm

Album review: Sabrina Carpenter’s “Man’s Best Friend” lacks deft lyricism, fresh perspectives

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 7:48 p.m. In a summer short on compelling album releases, “Man’s Best Friend” falls far short of being Sabrina Carpenter’s best album. Read more...

Photo: Cover for Sabrina Carpenter’s seventh studio album “Man’s Best Friend.” Released Aug. 29, the singer-songwriter’s anticipated LP lacks Carpenter’s characteristic wit and humor. (Courtesy of Island Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.)

Arts, Music

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August 27, 8:41 am

Musician Xay Lavie wants to take you under the sea with new single “Captain Nemo”

This post was updated September 7 at 3:49 p.m. Xavier Paul explores risk while plunging into oceanic imagery with his song, “Captain Nemo.” The alumnus graduated in spring 2025 with a degree in music performance and is actively working toward releasing his upcoming album “Lacquer.” His artist name, Xay Lavie, is both a play on his first name, as well as a variation of the French expression, “c’est la vie,” he said. Read more...

Photo: Posing for a photo are Jacob Lee (left), Xavier Paul (center) and Bryan Vazquez (right). The music performance alumnus recently released a new song titled “Captain Nemo.” (Courtesy of Xavier Paul and August Suchecki)

Arts, Arts Columns, Music

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August 22, 4:57 pm

Album Review: Laufey’s “A Matter of Time” explores new styles, anxieties of love

This post was updated Aug. 24 at 3:23 p.m. Laufey has worked out what makes love tick. Following the success of the 2023 Grammy Award-winning album “Bewitched,” the Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter released her heartfelt third studio album, “A Matter of Time,” on Aug. Read more...

Photo: Album cover of “A Matter of Time” shows an all-blue color scheme, with Laufey posing in front of a clock. The Grammy-winning singer released her third studio album on Aug. 22 (Courtesy of Vingolf Recordings under exclusive license to AWAL Recordings America, Inc.)


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