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Arts, Film & TV, Music

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September 16, 11:18 am

Q&A: Justin Hurwitz discusses musical adaptations for La La Land in Concert

After several trips around the sun, the music of “La La Land” has made its way back to the city of stars. Oscar-winning composer Justin Hurwitz will conduct a 52-piece symphony orchestra and jazz band at La La Land in Concert on Saturday, six years after performing the concert at the Hollywood Bowl. Read more...

Photo: Dressed in all black, Justin Hurwitz stands amid a sea of picnic blankets at an outdoor screening. This Saturday, the award-winning “La La Land” composer returns to Los Angeles for another screening where he will conduct a live orchestra as part of “La La Land in Concert.” (Courtesy of Street Food Cinema)

Arts, Film & TV

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September 14, 4:44 pm

Q&A: Stop-motion film ‘The Inventor’ presents Leonardo da Vinci to modern audiences

“The Inventor” is animating the reinvention of an artistic legend’s story. Set in the Renaissance age, the stop-motion film follows Leonardo da Vinci (Stephen Fry) in his quest to understand the human soul. Read more...

Photo: Stephen Fry and Daisy Ridley voice Leonardo da Vinci (left) and Princess Marguerite de Nevarre (right) in “The Inventor.” Directed by Jim Capobianco, the stop-motion film will premiere Sept. 15. (Courtesy of Curiosity Studio)

Arts, Arts Columns, Theater & Fine Arts

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September 13, 5:39 pm

Theater review: ‘Aladdin’ offers magic carpet ride through enchanting vocals, humorous dialogue

“Aladdin” is granting audiences far more than three wishes to come true. Based on Disney’s 1992 animated film, the hit Broadway musical “Aladdin” has returned to Los Angeles, parading a fresh yet familiar approach to the Academy Award-winning comedy. Read more...

Photo: Senzel Ahmady (left) and Adi Roy (right) star as Princess Jasmine and Aladdin in “Aladdin,” respsectively. Based on Disney’s 1992 animated film, the musical will have a limited run at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre through Sept. 23. (Courtesy of Deen van Meer/Disney)

Arts, Music

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September 9, 4:41 pm

David and Mark Kaplan to honor families in music with The Da Camera Society

This father-son duo will hit new notes in September. David Kaplan, an assistant professor in the Herb Alpert School of Music, and his father Mark Kaplan, a previous UCLA professor with distinction, will play in The Da Camera Society of Mount Saint Mary’s University’s 50th anniversary season opener Sept. Read more...

Photo: Herb Alpert School of Music assistant professor David Kaplan (left) and his father Mark Kaplan (right) pose together with their instruments. The chamber musician duo will perform together Sunday as part of the 50th anniversary season opener of the Da Camera Society of Mount Saint Mary’s University. (Courtesy of Dario Acosta)

Arts, Arts Columns, Music

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September 8, 3:07 pm

Album review: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘GUTS’ soars with snark, self-reflection and social critique

From daringly cheeky lyrics to vulnerable vocals, Olivia Rodrigo has proved she has guts. 20-year-old pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo’s newest album, “GUTS,” presents an ambivalent picture of sarcasm and sensitivity, a mix inherent to growing up. Read more...

Photo: Lying on a purple backdrop, Olivia Rodrigo bites her thumb and displays four rings spelling out the title “GUTS” on the cover of her newest album. Released Sept. 8, the singer-songwriter’s sophomore album includes the singles “vampire” and “bad idea right?” – a power ballad and retro-inspired pop anthem, respectively. (Courtesy of Geffen Records)

Arts, Music

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September 5, 5:49 pm

Q&A: Tessa Violet conveys her hopes for the in-person tour of her album ‘MY GOD!’

Tessa Violet is connecting with her fans when the curtain falls. Singer-songwriter Tessa Violet rose to fame for her pop anthems “Crush” and “BAD BITCH” and the viral TikTok trend “YES MOM.” Following the recent release of her latest studio album “MY GOD!,” Violet will take the stage in Los Angeles at The Fonda Theatre on Wednesday as a part of her North American tour. Read more...

Photo: Tessa Violet holds her hand up to her head while donning a bedazzled, neon pink mesh bodysuit. The “Crush” singer will perform at The Fonda Theatre this Wednesday for the tour of her latest album, “MY GOD!” (Courtesy of Sarah Pardini)


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