The small screen’s current asexual representation is producing nothing but static. Asexuality, which is generally defined by a lack of sexual attraction, has steadily become more visible in tandem with LGBTQ+ activism in recent years. Read more...
Photo: By Isabella Lee/Illustrations Director
Through calligraphy, Esha Sidhu is handwriting atmospheres of creation and growth. The second-year computer science student is the owner of Calligraphy By Esha, a small business that engages in the craft of decorative penmanship. Read more...
Photo: The phrase “You are beautiful” is written in white and pink letters against a black background. Second-year student Esha Sidhu said she founded Calligraphy By Esha so clients could learn more about the art form. (Courtesy of Esha Sidhu)
This post was updated July 16 at 7:28 p.m. A queer 20-something becomes a baby again in the alumni-created short film “Baby Gay.” The coming-of-age comedy follows Stevie Lee, a Chinese American bisexual woman in her 20s, as she branches out in response to her struggle with her queer identity. Read more...
Photo: Alumnus Arielle Frances Bagood directs Valerie Yu, the lead actress in “Baby Gay.” The short film follows a bisexual woman who branches out in response to her struggles with her queer identity.(Courtesy of Arielle Bagood)
This post was updated June 7 at 9:30 p.m. Re:SET might be reinventing summer music festivals, but it won’t be bringing anything new to the food scene. Read more...
Photo: Although Monty’s Good Burger was the most popular vendor at the festival, its quality did not match the expensive price. (Anika Chakrabarti/Photo editor)
The sun just set on the Re:SET Concert Series. The new traveling concert festival concluded its Los Angeles run on Sunday evening. Day three featured a comprehensive range of genres, from bounce music to dance rock. Read more...
Photo: LCD Soundsystem perform atop the Pasadena stage shrouded in magenta lighting. The band headlined day three alongside performances from Big Freedia, IDLES and Jamie xx. (Anika Chakrabarti/Photo editor)
The Bimbos are bringing women to the forefront of theater. Second-year theater students Kaity Cairo and Trystan Forson are the co-founders of Bimbos Theatre Co., which aims to provide a community for women to create their productions without any barriers. Read more...
Photo: The Bimbos Theatre Co. board smiles together. Co-founder Kaity Cairo said the group strives to give a voice to women who are often undermined in theater. (Courtesy of Kaity Cairo and Trystan Forson)
This post was updated June 4 at 4:05 p.m. Re:SET is setting a new standard for festivals. Concertgoers were treated to a variety of indie alternative acts on Saturday evening. Read more...
Photo: From left to right, boygenius members Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker and Lucy Dacus, each stand in front of a microphone. The indie supergroup headlined day two of the Re:SET Concert Series at the Rose Bowl. (Anika Chakrabarti/Photo editor)
