Sleek maple floors and spotless white walls – the fictional exhibit is in pristine condition, awaiting the crowds who will soon marvel at the artwork on display. However, for some, serenity is mundane.
Category Archives: Theater & Fine Arts
Sean Santhon, a first-year dance student, reflects on his performance at the Oscars
The lights are dimmed in Dolby Theatre. The movie industry’s biggest stars are rubbing shoulders in the audience, but Sean Santhon is 80 feet below.
UCLA alumnus co-authors “Beyond Genius” renaissance men
Scott Griffiths has published best-selling books on art and beer, started a craft beer brand called Rhino Chasers, worked on branding for Fortune 500 companies, lectured in business classes at universities like UCLA and Pepperdine and most recently wrote a book detailing Renaissance men and the characteristics that defined them. “Renaissance men represent man at […]
Alumna explores perceptions of time with ‘Mirage’ sculpture
UCLA Hammer Museum’s most recent exhibit may appear like an abstract, amorphous shape or some unknown alien creature. But this sculpture is more human than one may think. In fact, it is human.
Armenian Dance Group depicts family tradition, history
No formal training necessary, most Armenian families find time to practice their moves and rhythmic footwork on the vinyl dance floor found at family gatherings as opposed to studios lined with mirrored walls. “I personally have never been to a family party without dancing,” said Lyolya Hovhannisyan, a third-year neuroscience student. “For a lot of […]
UCLA alum’s mural honoring Hollywood jazz artists restored
The portraits of famous jazz saxophonist Charlie “Bird” Parker, trumpeter Miles Davis and singer Billie Holiday were once cracked and faded to a mere outline, but are now fully restored and seem to glow with bright yellows, vibrant oranges and intense blues.
Shakespeare at UCLA’s production delves into marriage, comedy
Property disputes, shouted insults and a near death. It may be scripted, but it’s far from an ideal proposal. But then again, little goes according to plan when marriage is on the table.