This post was updated July 9 at 9:00 p.m. New video games are sure to satisfy during the dog days of summer. While this season encourages many to soak up the sun, others would prefer to enjoy the comfort of their own homes. Read more...
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This post was updated July 9 at 8:54 p.m. “The Ants” is strikingly intelligent – and far from artificial. Developed by Ramiz Monsef with the Geffen Playhouse’s Writer’s Room program, the horror-comedy play finds Nami (Nicky Boulos) trapped inside his brother Shahid (Ryan Shrime) and sister-in-law Meredith’s (Megan Hill) luxury home, equipped with an ultramodern security system known as The Brain (Hugo Armstrong). Read more...
Photo: Megan Hill (left) and Nicky Boulos (right) play Meredith and Nami in “The Ants.” The Geffen Playhouse production will run in the Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater through July 30. (Courtesy of Aaron Epstein)
This post was updated July 23 at 5:27 p.m. Charlotte Oxley is forging a new outlook on divorce in her thesis film. Winning the UCLA Dean’s Prize for Excellence in Research and Creativity, the alumnus’ short film “Purple and Green” strives to portray divorce through a child’s perspective, she said. Read more...
Photo: Alumnus Charlotte Oxley directs actors Carrie Lynn Certa and Mackenzie Grace Gilligan for her thesis film, “Purple and Green.” The short film portrays divorce through a child’s perspective, Oxley said. (Courtesy of Claudia Hoag/Charlotte Oxley)
This post was updated July 2 at 5:38 p.m. This summer’s television releases are shining as bright as the sun. The highly anticipated shows on this season’s lineup are guaranteed to bring the heat. Read more...
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This post was updated July 2 at 5:33 p.m. Movie theaters will lure crowds away from the sweltering sun this summer. Hollywood’s upcoming slate of anticipated films is sure to satisfy audiences in pursuit of a gripping getaway. Read more...
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This post was updated July 2 at 5:27 p.m. Through her debut novel, K.X. Song is casting a light on the Hong Kong protests. Released June 20, “An Echo in the City” follows two teenagers from contrasting backgrounds as they fall in love in the midst of demonstrations against a bill that would have tried Hong Kong residents accused of crimes in mainland China. Read more...
Photo: The words “An Echo in the City” are displayed on a girl’s hair. The novel tells the story of star-crossed lovers during the Hong Kong protests. (Courtesy of Hachette Book Group)
Editor’s note: This article contains references to sexual assault that may be disturbing to some readers. The senior Design Media Arts class is signing off with their exhibition “Sincerely.” An amalgamation of visual and interactive art elements, this year’s exhibition will be presented at the Experimental Digital Arts and Untitled Gallery until June 18. Read more...
Photo: A blue sign points in the direction of “Sincerely.” The graduating design media arts class’ showcase is on display in the EDA and Untitled Gallery until June 18. (Brandon Morquecho/Assistant Photo editor)
