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September 12, 1:08 pm

Album review: Mitch Rowland contrasts musical styles in new album ‘Whistling Pie’

This post was updated Nov. 4 at 11:08 p.m. Mitch Rowland steps to center stage with his sophomore album. While “Come June” was a vulnerable project presented as if overhearing a personal conversation, “Whistling Pie” is meant to be shared with the world. Read more...

Photo: Artwork for Mitch Rowland’s second studio album “Whistling Pie.” Released Sept. 12, Rowland’s new LP reflects more confidence, showcasing a more diverse sound than his previous project (Courtesy of Erskine Records/Giant Music)

Arts, Film & TV

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September 1, 8:59 pm

UCLA TFT alumni spotlight community at LA Shorts International Film Festival

This post was updated September 7 at 4:13 p.m. In short, these six up-and-coming filmmakers are making their presence known. From July 16 to July 28, the 29th annual LA Shorts International Film Festival screened around 400 films and attracted roughly 10,000 attendees – including some of UCLA’s Theater, Film and Television students. Read more...

Photo: Portraits of six of the UCLA graduates’ short films screened at the 29th annual LA Shorts International Film Festival. (Photo illustration by Helen Juwon Park/Illustrations director, Photos courtesy of Iris Lanhua Ma, Emilia Figliomeni, Isabella Uzcátegui, Roan Uong Pearl, Rhett Hipp and Shizue Roche Adachi.)

Arts Columns, Theater & Fine Arts

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August 31, 12:56 pm

Theater review: Corny comedy “Shucked” offers curious commentary, charms all ears

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 4:21 p.m. Sweet and satisfying, “Shucked” is worthy of all ears. The Tony-winning musical comedy has sprouted at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, where it will stay through Sept. Read more...

Photo: Several actors clad in denim and overalls pose excitedly on a stage featuring props of corn and a wagon. The Tony-winning musical comedy has sprouted at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, where it will stay through Sept. 7 on its national tour. (Courtesy of shuckedmusical.com)

Arts, Arts Columns, Lifestyle

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August 30, 12:47 pm

Book review: R.F. Kuang’s ‘Katabasis’ combines logic, theory with captivating story of growth

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 7:59 p.m. Warning: Spoilers for R.F. Kuang’s “Katabasis” ahead. “Katabasis” is an intriguing book for academics but possibly a challenging journey for casual readers. Read more...

Photo: Shown is the cover of R.F. Kuang’s latest novel, “Katabasis.” The story follows two graduate students’ journey to hell to save their professor. (Courtesy of HarperCollins Publishers)

Arts, Arts Columns, Music

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August 29, 6:42 pm

Album review: Sabrina Carpenter’s “Man’s Best Friend” lacks deft lyricism, fresh perspectives

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 7:48 p.m. In a summer short on compelling album releases, “Man’s Best Friend” falls far short of being Sabrina Carpenter’s best album. Read more...

Photo: Cover for Sabrina Carpenter’s seventh studio album “Man’s Best Friend.” Released Aug. 29, the singer-songwriter’s anticipated LP lacks Carpenter’s characteristic wit and humor. (Courtesy of Island Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.)


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