Sunshine, the beach, the palms and "“ of course "“ what first comes to the minds of many when they think of Los Angeles is the city's rich offerings in art and culture. Read more...
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March 30, 10:26 pm
Weekend festival brings art to Los Angeles
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March 30, 10:16 pm
Thinking-man’s metal band shares value in genre
In the age of rampant album leaks, there's almost no reason to anticipate release dates anymore, much to the chagrin of artists worldwide. However, for certain releases, I, and I'm sure many other music fans, do make exceptions. Read more...
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March 30, 9:50 pm
Soundbite: Keri Hilson
New rule: All top-40 artists must be at least one platinum album and three top-10 singles into their careers before they even consider touching the auto-tune switch. Read more...
Photo: Keri Hilson
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March 29, 10:11 pm
Culinary Connoisseur: Espresso Profeta
The first time I walked up to Espresso Profeta, a dog was sprawled out in a spot of sunshine on the brick sidewalk, the baristas were singing music from the ’80s, and I didn’t have to battle anyone for a table. Read more...
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March 29, 10:10 pm
A bittersweet combination of techniques
Dance maker David Rousseve was inspired for his piece "Saudade" after attending his father's funeral in his native Louisiana. Read more...
Photo: UCLA Live will showcase David Rousseve and his REALITY dance troupe in a performance titled “Saudade” through next Sunday. Rousseve brings several cultures and genres of dance together in the piece.
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March 29, 10:09 pm
Therapy through art: Imagine that
The razzle-dazzle and the drama of live theater has long moved audience members to escape into the stories of imaginary situations and characters "“ but what about the therapeutic effects of theatrical escapism on the actors themselves? The Imagination Workshop, an unconventional theater company comprised of professional theater artists and patients with mood disorders and other mental illnesses, seeks to explore this question. Read more...
Photo: Imagination Workshop Founding Artistic Director and actress Margaret Ladd, founded the theater company 40 years ago with her husband, playwright Lyle Kessler.
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March 16, 9:35 pm
Take a break from UCLA in la-la land
During the much needed week of relaxation know as spring break, the tens of thousands of students who call themselves Bruins vary widely on what constitutes the perfect spring break. Read more...