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November 30, 3:53 pm

Alumnus harnesses newfound instrumental talents for ‘A Christmas Carol’ production

This post was updated Dec. 1 at 9:37 p.m. Brett Ryback is bringing joy to the world this holiday season. Premiering Tuesday, the UCLA alumnus and University of Southern California musical theater professor will star in the Los Angeles production of “A Christmas Carol,” a reimagining of the 1843 Charles Dickens tale of the same name. Read more...

Photo: UCLA alumnus Brett Ryback (right) rehearses with the cast and crew of “A Christmas Carol.” Ryback will star as George while also serving as a narrator and musical performer. (Courtesy of Ryan Miller/Capture Imaging)

Arts, Lifestyle

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November 28, 10:45 pm

Nia Sioux discusses balance between artistry, academics at UCLA

Nia Sioux is no longer constrained to the bottom of the pyramid – instead, she is climbing to the top. As the longest tenured dancer on the show “Dance Moms,” the second-year American literature and culture student said being introduced to the media at 10 years old provided her with a platform to pursue multiple career paths in the creative fields she enjoys. Read more...

Photo: Through acting, dancing and podcasting, Nia Sioux is pursuing creativity alongside her degree. The second-year American literature and culture student said she prioritizes her education, but aims to upkeep her artistry with personal projects such as her digital dance series, “Dance with Nia,” and her podcast, “Adulting 101.” (Courtesy of Veronica Kelly. Photo illustration by Emily Dembinski/PRIME art director)

Arts, Music

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November 25, 11:06 pm

Bruin strums up focus on Indigenous punk music through band, online archive

Kristen Martinez has always lived with a punk mindset. The doctoral student in the Department of Musicology is balancing a range of projects centered on Indigenous punk music. Read more...

Photo: In addition to her research on Indigenous punk musicians, musicology doctoral student Kristen Martinez is also a vocalist for the band Observer Syndrome. (Courtesy of Kristen Martinez)

Arts, Lifestyle

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November 25, 10:50 pm

UCLA student celebrates Indigenous heritage through handmade beadwork business

Cheyenne Faulkner is taking life one bead at a time. After sharing her beadwork on social media, the second-year microbiology, immunology and molecular genetics student said she transitioned from having an Etsy shop – her original means of selling items – to managing her own business, Beads By Chey Designs. Read more...

Photo: Second-year microbiology, immunology and molecular genetics student Cheyenne Faulkner learned beading at the beginning of the pandemic as a way to pass time. Crafting pieces which meld traditional colors with modern items, she said her biggest motivation for creating is to connect back to her heritage. (Courtesy of Cheyenne Faulkner)

Arts, Film & TV

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November 23, 2:41 pm

Q&A: Director Paul Thomas Anderson reflects on real-life inspiration for ‘Licorice Pizza’

This post was updated Nov. 28 at 10:36 p.m. Through a rose-tinted lens, “Licorice Pizza” is serving up childhood and first love nostalgia. Starring first-time actors Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman and silver screen veterans Bradley Cooper and Sean Penn, Paul Thomas Anderson’s newest film will premiere in select theaters Friday. Read more...

Photo: Alana Haim (left) and Cooper Hoffman (right) play Alana Kane and Gary Valentine in “Licorice Pizza.” (Courtesy of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer)

Arts, Arts Columns, Film & TV

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November 22, 2:48 pm

‘Succession’ season 3 recap – episode 6: ‘What It Takes’

When you’re rich, life is just a game. For the Roys who are swimming in money, high-stakes matters are treated like board games. Following the semi-disaster of a shareholder’s meeting, during which Waystar Royco essentially fired the president of the United States, the latest episode of “Succession” follows the Waystar team as they navigate a summit to decide upon a new presidential candidate. Read more...

Photo: Matthew Macfadyen and Jeremy Strong play Tom Wambsgans and Kendall Roy in “Succession.” (Courtesy of Macall B. Polay/HBO)


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