Monday, June 1

Concert review: Beyoncé’s extravagance, nostalgia prove ‘COWBOY CARTER TOUR’ isn’t her 1st rodeo

This post was updated May 13 at 7:59 p.m. Beyoncé continues to buck expectations while saddling up another incredible live music experience. After kicking off her latest concert trek April 28, the 35-time Grammy winner played her fifth Southern California show of the “COWBOY CARTER TOUR” at Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium on Friday. Read more...

Photo: Beyoncé wears a rhinestone-encrusted white bodysuit and matching chaps by Dolce & Gabbana while performing on stage at SoFi Stadium on Friday. The 35-time Grammy winner played five shows at the Inglewood venue as the opening city of her “COWBOY CARTER TOUR.” (Courtesy of Parkwood Entertainment)


Theater review: Untimely patriotism, forgettable performances set the sun on ‘Annie’

This post was updated May 13 at 7:47 p.m. For “Annie,” the sun is not coming out much. Broadway’s beloved orphan has settled in Los Angeles for a brief run at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre until May 18. Read more...

Photo: Hazel Vogel (center) and the ensemble cast of “Annie” perform onstage. The classic musical will run at the Dolby Theatre until May 18. (Courtesy of Matthew Murphy, MurphyMade)


Album review: Kali Uchis’ ‘Sincerely,’ artfully explores love, lacks sonic diversity

This post was updated May 11 at 10:49 p.m. Kali Uchis has released a wonderful album for slow, sweet summer days. The Colombian American singer’s latest album, “Sincerely,” marks her third LP in the past three years. Read more...

Photo: Grammy-winning R&B artist Kali Uchis sits atop a pile of pink and purple pillows on the cover of her fifth studio album “Sincerely,.” The 14-track, 50-minute album was released Friday and is Uchis’ third full-length LP in three years.(Courtesy of Kali Uchis, LLC, under exclusive license to UMG Recordings, Inc.)


Film review: Despite flaws, ‘Thunderbolts*’ serves as spark to fading MCU universe

This post was updated May 6 at 9:30 p.m. Editor’s note: This article contains mentions of suicidal ideation. Warning: spoilers ahead. With its latest outing, Marvel brings a new spark into the fading Marvel Cinematic Universe. Read more...

Photo: Pictured is the cast of “Thunderbolts*” sitting on the floor and looking past the camera. The action superhero film landed in theaters Friday.(Courtesy of IMDb)



LA Times Festival of Books ends 2025 chapter with panels on identity, storytelling

From literary legends to riveting panels, the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books curated a magical experience for bibliophiles. Book enthusiasts perused the streets of the University of Southern California on Sunday for the second and final day of the annual LA Times Festival of Books. Read more...

Photo: Attendees at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books look at books on shelves in a truck. The two-day event was held at the University of Southern California over the weekend. (Daily Bruin file photo)


Second Take: Influencer, comedy podcasters must be informed when giving social commentary

This post was updated April 29 at 11:45 p.m. Podcasts are beginning to lose their reputation as reliable forms of news and social commentary. Celebrity culture has led many to ascribe respect and trust to influencer posts and podcasts. Read more...

Photo: Pictured are Enya Umanzor (left) and Drew Phillips (right) posing for a photo. The two were tangled in an internet controversy because of backlash they received from an episode of their podcast, “Emergency Intercom.” (Courtesy of Josiah)



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