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May 7, 2026 4:57 p.m.
Garden Party poses on the side of Royce Hall. The seven piece band will perform at this year’s Spring Sing, a moment that bassist Sara Gorman said feels like a full-circle moment, honoring the four-year run of the UCLA-born band. (Courtesy of Hanna Masri)
After four years at UCLA, the jazzy, soulful septet Garden Party is in full bloom, just in time for Spring Sing.
Garden Party, which blossomed out of a freshman year jam session between four friends, has performed across the state from backyards in Westwood to Shabang Music Festival in San Luis Obispo.
By Mya Ward
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May 7, 2026 11:47 a.m.Spring Sing 2026: Timmy Salamy looks to the horizon in his 1st performance
Timmy Salamy plans to strike a chord this upcoming Spring Sing.
The second-year business economics student will be performing his original, unreleased song, “Highway Horizons,” for his first Spring Sing show at Royce Hall on May 16.
By Brooke Reilly
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May 5, 2026 5:37 p.m.Theater review: ”Master Harold’ …and the Boys’ creates hope, the chance to fly
This post was updated May 5 at 11:59 p.m.
What does a man know about flying a kite? More than one might think.
Written by Athol Fugard and directed by Emily Mann and Tarell Alvin McCraney, the Geffen Playhouse’s production of “‘Master Harold’ …and the Boys” opened in Westwood on April 8.
By Alexis Coffee
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May 5, 2026 3:58 p.m.Black Psychology Society fosters community, career development for students
This post was updated May 5 at 10:01 p.m.
Psychology is on the mind for the new Black Psychology Society.
The newly established Black Psychology Society aims to expand exposure to psychology and mental wellness while fostering community, education and professional development for Black students at UCLA.
By Kemyron McCoy
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May 3, 2026 8:12 p.m.Alumnus Julissa Prado, founder of Rizos Curls, makes waves in hair care industry
Julissa Prado is making waves in the beauty industry.
The UCLA alumnus founded Rizos Curls, a hair care company that specializes in curly hair textures inspired by her Latina background, in 2017.
By Brooke Reilly
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May 3, 2026 4:54 p.m.Q&A: ‘This Is Our Youth’ cast, director break down themes, stage production of play
This post was updated May 3 at 7:48 p.m.
“This Is Our Youth” may be a play centered on young people, but it is meant for everyone – a reminder of the universal experience of youth.
By Alexis Coffee
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May 2, 2026 1:13 p.m.Album review: Kacey Musgraves lassos listeners back in with fresh lyrics on ‘Middle of Nowhere’
Kacey Musgraves is “Back On The Wagon” and serving up a fresh set of songs just as great as her past discography.
The eight-time Grammy winner released her sixth studio album, “Middle of Nowhere,” on Friday.
By Reid Sperisen
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