Saturday, July 5

Arts

Arts, Theater & Fine Arts

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June 8, 8:20 pm

Lyle Marley builds theatrical worlds through costume design

For one Bruin, world-building through costume design is an essential form of storytelling. Lyle Marley, a fourth-year theater student and costume designer, said developing costumes allows him to uncover the personality and identity of various characters while discerning how each subject perceives themselves within a story. Read more...

Photo: Lyle Marley poses in front of a bookcase wearing a black button-up shirt and glasses. The fourth-year theater student and costume designer said he has worked on projects ranging from dramas to comedies to musicals. (Edward Ho/Daily Bruin)

Arts, Theater & Fine Arts

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June 8, 8:17 pm

Elaina Marino’s one-act play ‘Mockingbird’ delves into technological surveillance

Editor’s note: This post was updated June 18 at 3:40 p.m. to remove a photo of a production that was not “Mockingbird.” As she rounds the corner to graduation, Elaina Marino is invoking the candor of the stage to tackle technological surveillance. Read more...

Photo: Elaina Marino poses for a photo wearing an olive green shirt and brown jacket. The fourth-year theater student is premiering her play “Mockingbird” at UCLA’s School of Theater, Film and Television’s Undergraduate One Acts. (Max Zhang/Daily Bruin)

Arts, Music

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June 8, 8:15 pm

Isabela Presti finds her rhythm exploring the music industry, managing Royal Fools

Isabela Presti has managed to make the most of her time at UCLA. Fresh off of her capstone project, the fourth-year music industry student said she has learned to take advantage of every opportunity that comes her way. Read more...

Photo: Isabela Presti poses for a picture in front of a staircase. The fourth-year music industry student has been the manager of the alt-rock duo Royal Fools since 2023. (Leydi Cris Cobo Cordon/Daily Bruin senior staff)

Arts, Theater & Fine Arts

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June 8, 8:10 pm

UCLA artist Luis Ramirez crafts cultural works centering on Oaxacan heritage

Luis Ramirez paints with his culture in mind. As a multimedia artist, the fourth-year art student said he primarily expresses himself through painting, while also practicing drawing and photography. Read more...

Photo: Wearing a black shirt with a colorful alebrije pattern, Luis Ramirez poses while holding a sculpture in front of a white wall with artwork. The fourth-year art student said he works with multiple art mediums, from painting to photography, always including elements of his Oaxacan culture. (Isabella Appell/Daily Bruin)

Arts, Lifestyle

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June 8, 8:08 pm

UCLA student podcasts personal conversations on wellness, mental health, self-care

Anoushka Hem is reminding people that it’s okay to not always be okay. The fourth-year theater student is host of “the ash gracie podcast,” a show where she offers her perspective on aspects of wellness, mental health and self-care. Read more...

Photo: Anoushka Hem sits in a black dress in a field of grass and purple flowers. Hem is the host of the podcast “the ash gracie,” which discusses mental health and wellness. (Andrew Ramiro Diaz/Photo editor)

Arts, Music

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June 8, 7:07 pm

Student vocalist Mia Ruhman reflects journey composing original opera ‘Nannerl’

Now more than ever, music is a way of life for Mia Ruhman. The fourth-year music composition student is a composer and vocalist marking the completion of her original opera “Nannerl.” The opera, which includes a 20-person cast with Ruhman performing as its titular star, premiered last week with two performances on June 5 and 6 at the First United Methodist Church in Santa Monica. Read more...

Photo: Mia Ruhman poses for a photo while wearing a red dress and standing underneath the archways at Royce Hall. The fourth-year music composition student marked the debut of her original opera “Nannerl” last week with two performances at the First United Methodist Church in Santa Monica on June 5 and 6. (Courtesy of Mia Ruhman)

Arts, Music

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June 5, 12:02 pm

Rapidly growing singer, songwriter Bella Marcy unites fans through music

Bella Marcy is connecting with thousands through her music. The fourth-year music industry student has cultivated a strong sense of community among her listeners across social media. Read more...

Photo: Bella Marcy stands with her hands reaching up. She wears red sunglasses and a loose t-shirt. The fourth-year music industry student recently released a song in collaboration with Niko Sitaras. (Courtesy of August Suchecki)


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