Alumnae take the stage in ‘Frozen’ production at California Adventure

Nine UCLA alumni joined the cast of “Frozen – Live at the Hyperion,” performing as Elsa, Olaf, Hans, Kristoff or the ensemble. The live adaptation of the 2013 Disney animated film “Frozen” currently plays three times a day at Disney California Adventure after opening in May. Each week, the Daily Bruin will share alumni’s experiences […]

Students bring pancake delivery service to the Hill

Sachi Ogan and Taylor Fischer strongly believe in the idea that almost everyone loves breakfast for dinner. They are so confident in their belief that the two UCLA students are building an entire business around the principle. The friends co-founded TACH, a pancake delivery business aimed at satisfying late-night hunger and fostering a sense of […]

Ariel Winter plans to continue acting career, pursue law at UCLA in 2017

Ariel Winter aspired to attend a university from a young age. But unlike most other college hopefuls, Winter applied to college while filming for a 22-time Emmy-winning television series. The actress best known for her portrayal of Alex Dunphy on “Modern Family” announced her UCLA acceptance to over 2 million Instagram followers in April. Though Winter said […]

Ty Dolla $ign to headline Bruin Bash 2016

Los Angeles-based rap artist Ty Dolla $ign will headline Bruin Bash 2016, along with openers Norwegian DJ Matoma and an unannounced artist. On Wednesday, UCLA’s Cultural Affairs Commission and the Campus Events Commission updated the Bruin Bash website to announce Ty Dolla $ign as the headliner. Bruin Bash will be held in Pauley Pavilion on […]

Norwegian DJ Matoma announced as Bruin Bash 2016 opening act

Norwegian DJ and music producer Matoma will open Bruin Bash 2016, with the rest of the lineup to be released in the coming days. The UCLA Cultural Affairs Commission and UCLA Campus Events Commission, which co-host the annual show, updated the Bruin Bash website Tuesday to reveal that Matoma will open the back-to-school concert in […]

UCLA student strengthens SoulCycle brand through virtual platforms

Marie Samuel pedaled to the energetic music of the SoulCycle workout, climbing hills and completing sprints on a stationary bike all within the dimly lit room of the studio. Outside of the workout room, fourth-year political science student Samuel works with SoulCycle using a virtual platform instead of the fitness equipment of the class. Samuel […]

Composer’s style integrates classical theory and modern soundscapes

The fusion of synthesizer sounds and violin harmonies in space opera “Star Wars” inspired Joe Trapanese to score for films like the ones he loved as a kid. Film composer Trapanese studied classical music composition at the Manhattan School of Music in New York City and earned his master’s degree in composition for visual media […]