Art Exhibit Review: ‘Francis Upritchard’

A mobile of suspended disc-shaped meteorites gently sways above various forms and figures. Akin to the cosmos that hover above them, these figures, both human and non-human alike, too remain suspended within the passage of time. Through March 1, the Hammer Museum’s “Francis Upritchard” exhibit presents an array of sculptures that dissolve clearly defined notions […]

Hox Zodiac dinner to discuss similarities between humans and animals

Twelve figures will sit around a dinner table and play a game of chance. As the cards are played, the genetic game proceeds to inform each player about his or her connection to each other and the animals around them. On Thursday, the Art | Sci Center’s gallery will host the very first Hox Zodiac […]

‘Expensive Friends’ short wins Campus MovieFest Jury Award

Andrew Butte was waiting for his neighbor to return some borrowed matches when inspiration hit. Struck by all the comedic things that could occur in the short space of time between when someone leaves and returns, Butte said he unconsciously began formulating the plot for his next short film. After winning best comedy at last […]

Theater & More: ‘Exhibit o’

Under a cloak of stars stand two figures, a dancer low to the ground reaching up to an audience member standing tall, looking gently down. The dancer reaches for the hand of the audience member until, with her assistance, they meet on the same level. This Saturdayon the Royce Hall Terrace, the contemporary dance company […]

Theater Review: ‘En Garde Arts: Basetrack Live’

“En Garde Arts: Basetrack Live” Directed by Seth Bockley Royce Hall 4 Paws A single violin plays as an array of grandiose music builds alongside a montage of videos and images. In the foreground of this digital collage stands a man, upright and strong. It is his narration that will bring life to a series […]

Q&A: Film and Television Archive director discusses Native American series

Native American cinema reflects the personal voices of Native American artists, exposing a range of multifaceted experiences, histories and cultures. Running from Oct. 4 to Dec. 15 at the Billy Wilder Theater, “Through Indian Eyes: Native American Cinema” presents a repertoire of Native American films, specially selected from several hundred viewed and researched works, to […]

Flavors of Westwood: House of Meatballs to offer affordable, authentic Italian food

Slightly lost in the exotic land of Beverly Hills, I turned to the first person I spotted and asked directions to Da PasqualeTrattoria Italiana. This woman did not hesitate to steer metheright way before declaring that I would find the best Italian food I would ever have in that direction. Originally from Naples, Italy, Pasquale […]