There are exceptions to the rule — sometimes. But never with these musicians.
Fast fashion’s dark side brought to light
By SERENA WEIL
in Arts & Entertainment, Culture, General
The student-led show, It Dies And So Lives, advocated for sustainability in fashion.
Drag Me to Hell brings the heat at the Fisher
By JOSE BIZUET
in Arts & Entertainment, Culture, General
Visions and Voice uplifted alternative drag queens, showcasing unique artistry.
House of Harmony creates space for underrepresented artists
By SERENA WEIL
in Arts & Entertainment, Culture, General
The original performance event will take place on Nov. 22 at the TCC Ballroom.
‘Machinal’ is a strong, immersive triumph
By FABIAN GUTIERREZ
in Arts & Entertainment, Culture, General, Reviews
The main stage production brings powerful social critique to McClintock Theatre.
The world according to Leah King, multidisciplinary Roski MFA artist
By SERENA WEIL
in Arts & Entertainment, Culture, General
Art often reflects on the past. In Leah King’s world, it reimagines the future.
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I’m the Anton Ego of music
By DANIEL PONS
in Arts & Entertainment, Columns
Songs take me to places beyond reality.
I’m the Anton Ego of music
By DANIEL PONS
in Arts & Entertainment, Columns
Songs take me to places beyond reality.
‘CHROMAKOPIA’ invades Camp Flog Gnaw
By SAMMY BOVITZ
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Music, Photos
Tyler, The Creator's music festival swept across the Dodger Stadium grounds.
Joe Hisaishi animates with sound at LA Phil
By TAI LYN SANDHU
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Music
The iconic composer, known for animated films, is just as magical in his own right.
Broken Hearts Club mends LA souls
By ANNA XIE
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Music
Students put together a concert of heartbreak led by USC musicians at The Mint.
SEVENTEEN shines at BMO Stadium
By AUBRIE COLE
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Music
The K-pop group performed on Saturday and Sunday evenings.
USC professor earns third Latin Grammy nomination
By ADEN MAX JUAREZ
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Music
Juan-Pablo Contreras was nominated for best classical contemporary composition.
‘Coach’s Office’ captures nuances of student-athletes
By JEFFERSON HERNANDEZ SEGOVIA
in Arts & Entertainment, Film, General
Student artists created a short film that represents the struggles of humanity.
‘The Gutter’ needs a little more polish
By FABIáN GUTIéRREZ
in Arts & Entertainment, Film, General
The bowling-based comedy film is fun, but it has glaring flaws.
SCA screens new ‘Wallace & Gromit’ epic
By LARA GRAVES
in Arts & Entertainment, Film, General
An epic theatrical screening and Q&A brought laughter and nostalgia to audiences.
‘Scream’ at these scary screenings
By JEFFERSON HERNANDEZ SEGOVIA
in Arts & Entertainment, Film, General
Halloween is almost here, so here are a few films to prepare for the spooky season.
Alum’s biographical drama qualifies for Academy Awards
By TAI LYN SANDHU
in Arts & Entertainment, Film, General
Robin Wang’s short, “Neither Donkey Nor Horse,” earned a Sloan Foundation grant.
Bruxie brings the crunch to lunch at USC
By SCYON SUNG
in Arts & Entertainment, Food, General, Reviews
The chain opened a new location at USC Village on Wednesday.
Check out these cute cafes in Koreatown
By ALICIA LIU
in Arts & Entertainment, Food, General
Visit these six cafes close to USC for a day of socializing, studying and sweet coffee.
Experience a taste of Latin America in LA
By CYNTHIA SOLIS
in Arts & Entertainment, Food
Enjoy delicious authentic cuisine while supporting Latine-owned businesses.
Hart House serves up sustainability
By SHOURI GOMATHAM
in Arts & Entertainment, Food
Kevin Hart’s plant-based creation brings students a new kind of taste and sound.
Explore Grand Central Market’s eateries
By SOPHIA STEWART
in Arts & Entertainment, Food
Get a taste of Los Angeles with these can’t-miss spots in the heart of downtown.
Student video game fosters collaboration, creativity
By JEFFERSON HERNANDEZ SEGOVIA
in Arts & Entertainment, Games, General
The team behind acclaimed game “The WereCleaner” spoke about their process.
Open Alpha levels up student game development
By ANNA XIE
in Arts & Entertainment, Games, General
The creative campus club unites people to create a new game each semester.
Inside the biggest Summer Game Fest announcements
By SAMMY BOVITZ
in Arts & Entertainment, Games, General
Numerous new and exciting video game productions were revealed this June.
Anticipated video games launching in February
By SAMMY BOVITZ & REO
in Arts & Entertainment, Games, General
Kick off the new year with these upcoming impressive interactive blockbusters.
USC Games previews The Game Awards
By SAMMY BOVITZ & AUBRIE COLE
in Arts & Entertainment, Games, General
Experts say that “Baldur’s Gate 3” rules this year’s crop of video game excellence.
Mickalene Thomas’ passion shines in her work
By JEFFERSON HERNANDEZ SEGOVIA
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Museums
‘Mickalene Thomas: All About Love’ embraces the femininity of Black women.
‘Sci-fi, Magick, Queer LA’ mixes LGBTQIA+ history, art, spirituality
By FABIÁN GUTIÉRREZ
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Museums
The exhibit, organized by ONE Archives, is showing at the Fisher Museum of Art.
LACMA delivers historic Ruscha retrospective
By CARSON LUTZ
in Arts & Entertainment, Culture, General, Museums
The exhibit “ED RUSCHA / NOW THEN” features works from the figure of Los Angeles art.
The Huntington celebrates the work of Sargent Claude Johnson
By CARSON LUTZ
in Arts & Entertainment, Culture, General, Museums
The museum gives attention to a very neglected figure of the Black Renaissance.
Getty Villa probes Egyptian portraits
By CARSON LUTZ
in Arts & Entertainment, Culture, General, Museums
A new exhibition studying the portraits of Egypt’s 26th Dynasty opened Jan. 24.
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You should know about Seven Bucks Productions
By SAMMY BOVITZ
in Arts & Entertainment, Columns
Ahead of “Red One,” let’s learn how movie stars control content more than ever before.
AUBRIE COLE
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Interactive media is high art’s summit
By AUBRIE COLE
in Arts & Entertainment, Columns
Film, music and theater are highly esteemed in the critical and creative worlds, so why aren’t games?
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The best stand-up comedy of 2024
By KIMBERLY AGUIRRE
in Arts & Entertainment, Columns, Comic Relief
Celebrating the greatest comedic minds of the year.
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Soju and skewers: Dan Sung Sa is a Korean pocha escape
By JASON PHAM
in Arts & Entertainment, Columns
Yogurt cocktails and grilled bar food can be found at Dan Sung Sa in Koreatown.
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‘The Lorax’ returns in Ralph Lauren
By HADYN PHILLIPS
in Arts & Entertainment, Columns
Those shoes haven’t just been calling your name — they might have called the recent election.
Carolina Caycedo encanta en su nueva exposición
By YITING C. WANG
in Arts & Entertainment, Reviews
La colombiana depicta la injusticia ambiental y la colectividad humana.
Terra Mia Pizzeria offers cheap alternatives, lacks consistency
By STEFANO FENDRICH & HENRY KOFMAN
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Reviews, Theatre
The newest restaurant in USC Village is good for the most part and isn’t too expensive.
‘As You Like It’ begs the question ‘who likes what?’
By HENRY KOFMAN
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Reviews, Theatre
The ‘As You Like It’ musical adaptation doesn't know what it wants to be.
Rare Books LA brings literary treasures to Union Station
By LARA GRAVES
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Literature
The fair offered a weekend filled with remarkable finds and talks for the fall season.
Cozy book releases to curl up with this fall
By JESSICA MESSINA
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Literature
Welcome in the autumn season with these highly anticipated literary releases.
Delve into a manipulative man’s favorite artists
By ANNA JORDAN
in Arts & Entertainment, General, Music