Aquilah Ohemeng is bringing her reimagining of a 64-year-old dance to the modern stage. The graduate student in choreographic inquiry is imbuing modern artistic expression into one of the most influential pieces of choreographed dance – Alvin Ailey’s “Revelations.” Titled “PASS US NOT: Holy Ghosted,” Ohemeng’s piece builds on the trailblazing choreographer’s creation, which uses traditional African American spirituals, blues and work songs to tell a story of faith and perseverance as it relates to slavery and freedom. Read more...
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April 25, 1:56 pm
‘Taking the helm’: Night of Cultura controls narrative, reflects diverse community
This post was updated April 25 at 8:42 p.m. The Latine Film and Theatre Association is uprooting societal stereotypes in its upcoming Night of Cultura. Gracing the Northwest Campus Auditorium stage April 26 and 27, the annual two-day event will showcase a combination of short films and plays, entirely produced by Latine artists on campus. Read more...
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April 18, 12:56 pm
Theater preview: Musicals, comedy and ice-skating heat up the spring season
This post was updated April 18 at 7:39 p.m. Theater’s biggest names will be springing into action this season. As the sun shines brighter, vibrant productions will be flowering across Los Angeles stages. Read more...
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April 16, 4:28 pm
Q&A: ‘Multiple Talking Women’ hosts discuss origins of podcast, importance of improv
Returning to their old stomping ground, the “Multiple Talking Women” are honoring their comedic roots. The improvised satirical podcast performed a live recorded episode, featuring special guests Bob Odenkirk, Michaela Watkins and Maggie Baird in celebration of The Groundlings Theatre’s 50th anniversary Friday. Read more...
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April 15, 5:08 pm
Theater student Kimmy Miller spreads joy, educational messages through puppetry
Kimmy Miller is turning her puppetry passion into a profession. The first-year theater student said her fascination with the art form started at a young age. Read more...
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April 14, 3:19 pm
Theater review: ‘Fat Ham’ is a must-see ‘Hamlet’ production, keeps classic charm, makes it its own
This post was updated April 17 at 11:50 p.m. To go, or not to go: that is the question that “Fat Ham” successfully answers. Written by James Ijames and brought to life by director Sideeq Heard, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play “Fat Ham” brings a classic Shakespearean drama to a backyard family barbecue. Read more...
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April 13, 4:02 pm
Getty Center’s College Night invites students to reexamine history through art
This post was updated April 14 at 7:39 p.m. The Getty Center’s annual College Night strives to display accessible, inquiry-driven art to a college-aged audience. Set to begin Monday at 6 p.m., the event will host a plethora of artists with a wide range of mediums and interactive aspects – such as a pop-up installation and an experimental documentary – alongside hands-on activities, tours, food and music. Read more...