It’s Oscar season: the big one, the One statue to rule them all. Read more...
Photo: “Pi’s Lullaby,” composed by Mychael Danna, is one of the contenders for Best Original Song at the 85th Annual Academy Awards.
Arts
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February 21, 12:00 am
Bruin stand-up comedy finalist hopes to get last laugh
Dan Olin was home sick one afternoon, bored and looking for something to do. To combat the boredom, he looked through the Netflix lineup and noticed a show about comedian Louis C.K. Read more...
Photo: Dan Olin is one of two UCLA students chosen as finalists for the fourth annual Laugh Bowl, which pits Bruins against Trojans for a night of live comedic entertainment. Olin was inspired to pursue stand-up comedy after watching a show about comedian Louis C.K.
Arts, Music, Theater & Fine Arts
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February 20, 12:29 am
UCLA students perform at Graduate Composers Concert
White noise and dances to contemporary classical music are a few of the sights and sounds that will be performed at this year’s Graduate Composers Concert. Read more...
Arts, Arts Columns, Music
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February 20, 12:18 am
Against the Grain: Sublime, Wax emit California aura in music
There are few places in America where the sun shines brighter than Los Angeles, especially in music. Artists blend the carefree atmosphere of genres like reggae and ska, bringing a relaxing charm to the city’s music. Read more...
Photo: Sublime created what is still regarded as classic Southern California music. Their albums have continued to represent the music of Los Angeles, celebrating the ups and downs of life.
Arts, Lifestyle
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February 20, 12:01 am
Lunar new year: students celebrate holiday away from home
Chinese students far from home during a holiday when the warmth of family, home-cooked meals and red envelope exchanges are a centerpiece can find a familiar comfort at UCLA’s Lunar New Year Festival. Read more...
Arts, Lifestyle
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February 18, 11:16 pm
Revamping the hip-hop runway: ‘Fashion Rendition’ show looks into returning trends
MC Hammer didn’t wear his harem pants in alligator print or with heels and a tailored blazer. But this style will be featured in UCLA’s Hip Hop Congress’ 12th annual fashion show, a production entirely created by and for UCLA students as part of Hip Hop Appreciation Month. Read more...
Arts, Lifestyle
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February 18, 11:03 pm
Food review: ‘Mon Amour Cafe’
Crepe lovers in Westwood can rejoice, for Mon Amour Cafe is here to satisfy their cravings. Nestled between BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse and the popular Habibi Cafe on Broxton Avenue, Mon Amour is the newest eatery in Westwood, taking the place of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. Read more...
Photo: Michael Marcellana, a cook at Mon Amour Cafe, prepares a Berry Delicious crepe, filled with blueberries, raspberries and blackberries.