Thursday, July 30

“˜Doctor’ offers wake-up call for forgotten, downtrodden

By Sandy Yang Daily Bruin Staff No matter the time period, themes in human comedies and tragedies just don’t change. Pasadena Playhouse’s “The Good Doctor” reminds audiences that this is true through themes like money, love and art in a collection of 10 stories set in 19th-century Russia. Read more...


Screen play

By Emilia Hwang Daily Bruin Senior Staff They came from the outer reaches of Los Angeles County. A group of 25 teenagers infiltrated the 15th floor of the Oppenheimer Plaza building Thursday evening. Read more...


‘Good Doctor’ revives Chekov’s humor, pain

By Sandy Yang Daily Bruin Staff Human nature is a typical topic in just about any English class. The Pasadena Playhouse’s “The Good Doctor,” written by 19th-century Russian writer Anton Chekov and adapted by American playwright Neil Simon, seems ideal fodder for another rousing discussion on the human themes that transcend time and place. Read more...



Screen Scene

“Disney’s The Kid” Starring Bruce Willis and Emily Mortimer Directed by Jon Turtletaub Now playing When Ross Duritz isn’t wearing a $2,000 suit, the successful image consultant can be found sporting a UCLA t-shirt. Read more...



Jazzing it up

By Angela Salazar Daily Bruin Senior Staff The eclectic style and talents of jazz music are now at your fingertips. The fifth annual Westwood Jazz at the Hammer series is back with an impressive lineup of renowned performers. Read more...