Jessica Trinh was browsing for greeting cards in Barnes & Noble when she stumbled upon one with a photograph of her own dog. The third-year communication studies student has sold her conceptual pet photography to companies such as Hallmark, and was pleasantly surprised to see her art in the real world. Trinh’s photography business on […]
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Concert Review: Imagine Dragons shares songs, stories with fans at Hollywood Palladium
The city never sleeps at night – at least not when Imagine Dragons is on stage. The indie rock band began its concert Monday night with the lyrics “It’s time to begin” at Hollywood Palladium, a venue seemingly suited for a golden wedding. The floor was filled with screaming fans and flaring lights for a […]
Cuban travel study program breaks down student, alumni misconceptions
Sebastian Flores’ stay in Cuba was far from a walk on Havana Beach. After morning classes, Flores would return to his host family and hear firsthand the tales of another era of Cuban history. For the first time, students participated in the International and Area Studies: Revolutionary Culture and Popular Religion travel study program in […]
Royce Hall usher to enter spotlight with premiere of his composition
Derrick Spiva Jr. typically stands in the back of Royce Hall listening to world-class performers on his breaks as head usher. Instead of showing guests to their seats, the alumnus will join them in the audience for one night. Taking his seat in the grand auditorium, Spiva will watch the curtain open on the premiere […]
Bruin Bash 2015 to pair R&B duo NxWorries with headliner Madeon
The Undergraduate Students Association Council Campus Events Commission and Cultural Affairs Commission, hosts of Bruin Bash, announced the concert’s lineup online Tuesday evening. Monday’s Bruin Bash will feature French electronic music producer Madeon and R&B duo NxWorries. Hugo Pierre Leclercq, known by his stage name Madeon, is a 21-year-old self-described performer of “electro-pop-house-whatever.” He first […]
CEC’s Bruin Bash puzzle solved to reveal Madeon as headliner
French electronic music producer Madeon will perform at Bruin Bash on Sept. 21. The Undergraduate Students Association Council Campus Events Commission, a host of Bruin Bash, posted clues on its Twitter and Instagram pages Monday and Tuesday. The clues included close up photos of the unknown performer’s eye and lips, but the tweets have since […]
‘The Scarlet Stone’ shows political, social changes in Iran
A Hercules-like hero and a rival princess secretly conceive a son, Sohrab, in an ancient Persian myth. Romance turns to tragedy when Sohrab is later killed by his own estranged father in battle. This tale is the foundation of “The Scarlet Stone,” a multidisciplinary dance, music and poetry piece performed at Royce Hall Saturday in […]