Friday, May 1

Choreographer Ann Carlson to present in-progress piece ‘First Hand’

Ann Carlson found herself in an exhibit with Tibetan monks cloaked in maroon robes while touring New York’s natural history museum. The monks were seated around a large canvas mandala, adding to it piece by piece. Read more...

Photo: UCLA world arts and cultures/dance faculty members will share their still-evolving choreography with the UCLA community in “First Hand” showcase. (Helen Kwak/Daily Bruin)


Trucking Around: India Jones Chow Truck falls short of satisfying cravings

Food trucks are a vital part of the Los Angeles culinary scene, with many accumulating hordes of followers who aggressively pursue them around the city. The sheer magnitude of trucks can make dining choices difficult, but columnist Alisha Kapur has narrowed down 10 to try out and review. Read more...

Photo: The truck serves curries such as butter chicken and saag paneer. The latter is a curry with creamed spinach and cubes of cheese. (Alisha Kapur/Daily Bruin)



Crazy Strings concert features alternative classical music

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TRANSCRIPT: CAMPBELL: People have enjoyed classical music for centuries. But, as with any art form, there’s always room for it to change, adapt and grow. Alternative classical music is a burgeoning genre that allows players to improvise notes and melodies within classical works. Read more...

Photo: Photo courtesy of Niall Ferguson



Movie review: ‘Entourage’

“Entourage”Directed by Doug EllinWarner Bros.2.0 / 5.0 paws SPECTRUM GALLERY: Entourage movie premiere In some far off, destitute fantasy landscape known as 2004, Doug Ellin decided to create a television show that should have done for men what “Sex and the City” did for women. Read more...

Photo: (Courtesy of Warner Bros.)


Unsung Heroes: Kate Bishop challenges comics’ portrayal of sexual assault survivors

Marvel Comics has seen an increase in mainstream popularity with the recent release of several box-office hits such as “The Avengers.” Since its inception in 1939, the comic book company has created thousands of characters. Read more...

Photo: Kate Bishop, also known as Hawkeye, overcomes some of the trauma associated with sexual assault, becoming the leader of a team of teenage superheroes. (Marvel)