“The ABCs of Death” is a bad movie – and some may find that endearing. An ambitious anthology that culls 26 short films from 26 international directors, “The ABCs of Death” is exactly what its title implies: juvenility posed against morbidity. Read more...
Arts, Theater & Fine Arts
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March 8, 12:21 am
In ‘Eat the Runt,’ graduate actors satirize office politics
Sleek maple floors and spotless white walls – the fictional exhibit is in pristine condition, awaiting the crowds who will soon marvel at the artwork on display. However, for some, serenity is mundane. Read more...
Photo: Theater graduate students Alex Oberheide (left) and Adrienne Hertler (right) perform in “Eat the Runt.”
Arts, Film & TV
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March 8, 12:20 am
Movie Review: ‘Emperor’
In the wake of Academy Award winners “Argo” and “Lincoln” comes another film taking a plunge into history books, this time taking viewers into the dark pages of post-World War II Japan. Read more...
Arts, Music
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March 8, 12:09 am
Album Review: ‘Wondrous Bughouse’ by Youth Lagoon
A progressive addition to the bedroom-indie scene, Youth Lagoon’s 2011 debut, “A Year in Hibernation,” was a home-recorded album with strong, memorable melodies and striking images. Praised for clever arrangements and strong layering, it gained high regard and the sequel was greatly anticipated. Read more...
Arts, Theater & Fine Arts
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March 8, 12:08 am
Sean Santhon, a first-year dance student, reflects on his performance at the Oscars
The lights are dimmed in Dolby Theatre. The movie industry’s biggest stars are rubbing shoulders in the audience, but Sean Santhon is 80 feet below. Read more...
Photo: First-year dance student Sean Santhon was the youngest dancer to be selected to perform at the Feb. 24 Academy Awards. Santhon was one of nine males selected out of 500 dancers.
Arts, Music
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March 7, 5:24 pm
American Idol alum, musical duo ‘Us’ and dancer from Mos Wanted Crew perform at Hepatitis B Awareness Night
An American Idol alum, a musical duo that is married in real life and a world-renowned dancer all took the stage last night to raise money for MEMO’s first-ever Hepatitis B Awareness Night. Read more...
Photo: American Idol alumnus Andrew Garcia performs for MEMO’s Hepatits B Awareness Night at Kerckhoff Grand Salon.
Arts, Music
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March 7, 12:25 am
Q&A: Wake Owl band frontman shares inspiration
Vancouver-based indie band Wake Owl is comprised of four artists that, although separated by space, come together to make music. Consisting of vocalist and guitarist Colyn Cameron, drummer Andy Shauf, bassist Josh Daignault and violinist Aiden Brant-Briscall, Wake Owl’s sound will be familiar territory for anyone accustomed to the indie scene; the band isn’t breaking any boundaries. Read more...
Photo: Wake Owl, performing for free today in Bruin Plaza, discusses new EP “Wild Country,” the band’s musical growth over the years and where the members find their writing inspiration.