This post was updated Aug. 11 at 7:15 p.m. In an age where vinyl LPs are all the rage, it’s time to consume physical forms of music in moderation. Read more...
Photo: (Alston Kao/Daily Bruin staff)
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May 31, 10:04 pm
Concert review: girl in red excites in passionate, vibrant performance at Greek Theatre
girl in red is truly doing it again, redefining live shows. The Norwegian singer-songwriter performed her second LA show Thursday night at the Greek Theatre on her “Doing it Again Tour.” The indie pop artist performed a variety of songs that included fan-favorite classics as well as music from her sophomore album “I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY!” released last month. Read more...
Photo: Wearing an oversized dress shirt and a tie, girl in red reaches out toward a concertgoer standing against the barricade. The artist performed songs such as “we fell in love in october” during her May 30 concert. (Zimo Li/Daily Bruin)
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May 24, 8:56 pm
Film review: ‘Furiosa’ takes ‘Mad Max’ saga to new heights despite stand-alone stumbles
This post was updated May 27 at 10:21 p.m. Revenge is lukewarm in “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,” an extravagant yet weightless prequel. Pioneer of the postapocalypse George Miller returns to the wasteland for the fifth installment of the “Mad Max” saga and prequel to “Mad Max: Fury Road” in theaters Friday. Read more...
Photo: Anya Taylor-Joy plays the titular Furiosa in “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.” Directed and co-written by George Miller, the prequel to “Mad Max: Fury Road” released in theaters Friday. (Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures)
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May 22, 7:54 pm
Theater Review: Good casting in ‘Girl From the North Country’ saves the show from its cliche plot
“Girl From the North Country” bridges a complex narrative with musical theatrics in their ongoing performances. Written and directed by Conor McPherson, the Tony-winning musical will run until June 2 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. Read more...
Photo: The cast of “Girl From the North Country” sings on stage. The Tony Award-winning musical will run at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre through June 2. (Courtesy of Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade)
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May 21, 2:34 pm
Book review: ‘The Honey Witch’ simply but sweetly depicts whimsical romance, enchanting imagery
This post was updated June 7 at 7:55 p.m. “The Honey Witch” is bound to fill readers’ hearts with golden warmth and help them rise from the ashes. Read more...
Photo: The cover of “The Honey Witch” is pictured. Sydney J. Shields’ debut novel is a fantasy romance. (Courtesy of Hachette Book Group)
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May 21, 1:23 pm
Second Take: Authors risk inauthenticity when portraying marginalized communities not their own
Editor’s note: This article contains mention of sexual assault, self-harm and relationship abuse. Controversy surrounding authors writing about communities that are not their own is unsurprising. Read more...
Photo: (Ashley Ko/Illustrations director)
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May 18, 4:40 pm
Restaurant review: Despite a few pricey pitfalls, Pret A Manger is Westwood’s new go-to
This post was updated June 5 at 8:41 a.m. Pret’s grab-and-go style cafe will prompt many students to grab-and-stay. Pret A Manger opened its doors in Westwood on May 11, marking the second location of the British chain on the West Coast. Read more...
Photo: Customers are lined up to purchase different food and drinks at Pret A Manger. The Britain-based cafe and sandwich shop recently opened its doors in Westwood. (Zimo Li/Daily Bruin)