Film and TV hairstylist Silvia Baker brings skill to theater classes

Silvia Baker sat in a dark wooden studio filled with mannequin heads wearing wigs and masks placed on countertops. Among the makeup brushes, hairpieces and a Frankenstein head figure, the film and television hairstylist fluffs a blonde wig that was part of her Halloween costume as Harley Quinn from “Batman.” For her job, she works […]

Suede skirts earn long-term position in wardrobes as statement pieces

Leather’s less durable but softer sibling has found its way from the runways and fashion blogosphere onto UCLA’s campus. Female students have been spotted wearing suede material made into an A-line and high-waisted skirt. The skirt with its signature button-down is usually worn in warm colors including the classic light brown, a darker chocolaty shade, […]

Q&A: Stand-up comedian alumnus discusses acting, upcoming performance

A crowd of about 1,300 people listened to Max Amini’s stand-up comedy routine at a concert hall in Toronto. “Why is your husband not here with you? It’s Valentine’s Day,” he asked a woman in the front row sitting next to her friend. “He is at home,” the woman said and burst out in laughter. […]