Michele Clapton looked at everything for inspiration when creating costumes for “Game of Thrones,” including plants, basket weaving and medieval architecture. She wanted to expose herself to as many different influences as possible. In May, Clapton will help guide UCLA students through their own ideas and interests when she comes to teach a “Game of […]
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Q&A: Comedian Quincy Jones talks performing at UCLA, terminal illness
After a doctor told him he had one year to live, stand-up comic and terminal cancer patient Quincy Jones said his one wish was to air his own comedy special. With the help of Ellen DeGeneres and a Kickstarter campaign that raised over $50,000, HBO is set to make Jones’ dream a reality June 2 […]
Movie Review: ‘The Adderall Diaries’
James Franco gets a lot of criticism for the kinds of projects he attaches himself to. Why would one of the most talented and bankable stars of his generation attach himself to so many low-budget duds? With his newest project, “The Adderall Diaries,” the same criticisms are bound to persist. The film, based on author […]
Alumnus begins new chapter in diverse career by publishing first novel
Neal Rabin wanted to write about what he already knew. For someone who has worked jobs ranging from Club Med sport instructor, to Hollywood set assistant, to CEO of a software company, he said writing a book about unexpected journeys felt like an appropriate choice. The UCLA alumnus’ first novel “23 Degrees South: A Tropical […]
Q&A: Director talks UCLA production of comedy piece based on medieval poetry
The 12th movement of “Carmina Burana” tells the story of a once-beautiful swan being roasted on a spit. As the swan gets closer to being fully cooked, the movement progresses in speed and provides a fun and challenging test for choir students, said Lesley Leighton, a choral director at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of […]
Sounds of Schoenberg: The American washtub bass
Each week, Daily Bruin A&E will explore the instruments of the World Musical Instrument Collection and their performers that all contribute to the musical landscape of the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. This week, we highlight the American washtub bass, an instrument made of weed-whacker line, a washtub and a wooden pole. Marc Bolin […]
Student explores improv, finds new way to challenge herself
Cristina Delgado walked into the Straus Clubhouse of UCLA with her hands in her black jacket. While the stage was being cleared in front of the judges’ seats, she fidgeted with her hair, nervous but excited. Her Thursday audition for the Shenanigans Club Improv Team was the first-year sociology student’s latest attempt at finding her […]