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April 16, 2:52 pm

Sara Porkalob’s ‘Dragon Mama’ compels audiences, falls short of predecessor

This post was updated April 16 at 8:55 p.m. The next generation in the “Dragon Cycle” is lighting up the stage. Sara Porkalob’s solo show “Dragon Mama” – directed by Andrew Russell – is the second in a matrilineal trilogy based on the star’s family following “Dragon Lady” and preceding the in-development “Dragon Baby.” “Dragon Mama” made its Los Angeles premiere March 4 and will play at the Geffen Playhouse through April 26. Read more...

Photo: Beneath spotlights, actress Sara Porkalob is pictured mid-performance with blue and pink lights illuminating the panel behind her. The show “Dragon Mama,” directed by Andrew Russell, is the second chapter in Porkalob’s familial trilogy, the “Dragon Cycle.” (Courtesy of Jeff Lorch)

Arts, Arts Columns, Theater & Fine Arts

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April 16, 11:17 am

Art exhibit review: Fowler’s ‘Mountain Spirits’ highlights indigenous culture in the Philippines

This post was updated April 16 at 8:35 p.m. The Fowler’s newest exhibit is nothing short of monumental. “Mountain Spirits: Rice and Indigeneity in the Northern Luzon Highlands, Philippines” opened at the Fowler Museum on Sunday. Read more...

Photo: Pictured is a section of the art exhibition “Mountain Spirits: Rice and Indigeneity in the Northern Luzon Highlands, Philippines.” The Fowler Museum exhibit opened on Sunday and will run until January 2027. (Karla Cardenas-Felipe/Daily Bruin staff)

Arts, Arts Columns, Film & TV

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April 7, 1:21 pm

Film review: ‘The Drama’ transcends genre, themes with intentional production, storytelling

This post was updated April 9 at 9:05 p.m. Editor’s note: This review contains mentions of gun violence that some readers may find disturbing.  Warning: spoilers ahead. Read more...

Photo: Robert Pattinson, who plays Charlie, holds Zendaya, who plays Emma in “The Drama.” Written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli, the A24 film, released April 3, portrays the young protagonists as they navigate the chaos that ensues one week before their wedding. (Courtesy of A24)


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