“Window Theory” Directed by Andrew Putschoegl Wingman Productions Inc. “Window Theory” might seem like every Westwood apartment party you’ve ever been to. But there’s a reason for that. Read more...

Pudding cake is one of my all-time favorite desserts. It contains only two ingredients ““ graham crackers and chocolate pudding. The alternating starchy and creamy layers soak into each other, making a striped, wiggly confection that’s cold and delicious. Read more...

Everyone loves the underdog; it’s an appeal that will probably never die. It’s so much more fun to root for the guy who gets picked on or the football team that hasn’t won a game in 14 seasons because when they finally do manage to win and lift themselves out of their ridiculously dumpy situation, somehow we all feel that much more accomplished ourselves. Read more...

Every so often, among the crowds of UCLA students walking around North Campus, children can be seen gathered in small groups everywhere, complete with yellow school buses parked along the sidewalk. Read more...

Even if Martin Scorsese doesn’t win the Oscar this year, he’ll be in good company: Alfred Hitchcock was nominated five times for Best Director and never won. Read more...

Armed with a last-minute ticket to Las Vegas and “no place to stay,” Ron Velasco’s journey to become an American Idol began the same way it ended ““ up in the air. Read more...

Under the direction of Sir Peter Hall, Shakespeare’s romantic comedy “As You Like It” has been revived in a magical reimagination. On the play’s opening night, the Ahmanson Theatre was filled with a diverse crowd ranging from celebrities to college students and even teenagers, all eager to see this highly acclaimed production. Read more...