Saturday, May 9

Theater review: ”Master Harold’ …and the Boys’ creates hope, the chance to fly

This post was updated May 5 at 11:59 p.m. What does a man know about flying a kite? More than one might think. Written by Athol Fugard and directed by Emily Mann and Tarell Alvin McCraney, the Geffen Playhouse’s production of “‘Master Harold’ …and the Boys” opened in Westwood on April 8. Read more...

Photo: John Kani (left) in a yellow sweater and Nyasha Hatendi (right), kneeling, pose in “‘Master Harold’…and the Boys”. Written by Athol Fugard and directed by Emily Mann and Tarell Alvin McCraney, the production opened at the Geffen Playhouse in Westwood on April 8. (Courtesy of Jeff Lorch)


Black Psychology Society fosters community, career development for students

This post was updated May 5 at 10:01 p.m. Psychology is on the mind for the new Black Psychology Society. The newly established Black Psychology Society aims to expand exposure to psychology and mental wellness while fostering community, education and professional development for Black students at UCLA. Read more...

Photo: Members of UCLA’s Black Psychology Society smile for a photo at a general board meeting. The newly established organization aims to expand exposure to psychology and mental wellness for Black students at UCLA. (Courtesy of Amariah Scott)


Film review: ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ stuns in style as satisfying sequel

This post was updated May 5 at 10:16 p.m. Warning: Spoilers ahead. While it might not be as timeless as the original, “The Devil Wears Prada 2” still has plenty of style. Read more...

Photo: Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) and Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway) walk down a blue carpet in front of photographers. “The Devil Wears Prada 2” was released Friday and follows Sachs, now an award-winning journalist, as she is hired to become Runway’s features editor in hopes of rebuilding the magazine’s image. (Courtesy of 20th Century Studios)


Alumnus Julissa Prado, founder of Rizos Curls, makes waves in hair care industry

Julissa Prado is making waves in the beauty industry. The UCLA alumnus founded Rizos Curls, a hair care company that specializes in curly hair textures inspired by her Latina background, in 2017. Read more...

Photo: Julissa Prado sits on a couch in a white shirt. The UCLA alumnus is the founder of Rizos Curls, a hair care company started in 2017 that specializes in curly hair textures and is a reflection of her Latina background, Prado said.(Courtesy of David Avalos)


Q&A: ‘This Is Our Youth’ cast, director break down themes, stage production of play

This post was updated May 3 at 7:48 p.m. “This Is Our Youth” may be a play centered on young people, but it is meant for everyone – a reminder of the universal experience of youth. Read more...

Photo: Cast members of “This Is Our Youth” pose together. Written by Kenneth Lonergan, the play opens May 1 and will run for three weekends through May 17 at the Two Roads Theater in Studio City. (Courtesy of Paul Zenas)


Album review: Kacey Musgraves lassos listeners back in with fresh lyrics on ‘Middle of Nowhere’

Kacey Musgraves is “Back On The Wagon” and serving up a fresh set of songs just as great as her past discography. The eight-time Grammy winner released her sixth studio album, “Middle of Nowhere,” on Friday. Read more...

Photo: Pictured is the cover for Kacey Musgraves sixth studio album, “Middle of Nowehere.” Diving back into the sound of her earlier work, the singer’s new LP features her detailed lyricism and multiple collaborations. (Courtesy of Kacey Musgraves, under exclusive license to Lost Highway)