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Oct. 4, 2026 1:35 p.m.Theater preview: Cozy up to Los Angeles’ fall theater season with Tony Award-winning classics
This post was updated Oct. 7 at 12:20 p.m.
Grab a seat and stay awhile this fall.
From adaptations of classic novels to historical reimaginings, theaters in Los Angeles are ushering in a new season of productions.
By Julia Kinion, Caitlin Brockenbrow, and Kiara Mack
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Oct. 4, 2026 1:28 p.m.Winner Takes All: A summer of blockbusters, bloodshed and big-screen magic
This post was updated Oct. 4 at 8:48 p.m.
This summer was one for the spotlight.
From blockbuster hits to indie darlings, films sent fans flocking to theaters to escape the scorching heat.
By Julia Kinion, Kiara Mack, and Brooke Herstein
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Sept. 17, 2026 11:59 p.m.This alumnus designed Josie Bruin. Now, she’s crafting award-winning animations.
A recent UCLA alumnus is exploring abstract and philosophical ideas, one frame at a time.
Zora Xu, who graduated from the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television’s animation program this year, said she starts her projects with a thesis, rather than a character or story in mind, and builds her project around that central idea.
By Julia Kinion
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Sept. 10, 2026 3:55 p.m.Emmys 2026: Spotlighting UCLA alumni at the 78th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards
UCLA alumni made waves at the Creative Arts Emmys this year.
The 78th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards ceremony was held Sept. 5-6 at Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, showcasing and celebrating the artistry that goes into television production.
By Kai Echeverria and Julia Kinion
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Sept. 7, 2026 12:34 p.m.Daily Bruin Arts honors acting legend Tim Curry’s career highlights
Tim Curry’s legacy spans screen and stage.
Curry died Aug. 25 at his home in Los Angeles. A prolific film star, Curry accumulated over 200 stage and screen credits across a momentous 60-year career.
By Kiara Mack, Caitlin Brockenbrow, and Julia Kinion
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Sept. 5, 2026 9:32 p.m.Q&A: Emmy-nominated actress Karolina Wydra says acting is a powerful, fulfilling art
This post was updated Sept. 6 at 7:10 p.m.
From finding financial independence as a model to fulfillment as an actress, Karolina Wydra has now earned an Emmy nomination with her newest role.
By Julia Kinion
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Aug. 28, 2026 3:50 p.m.Film review: ‘The Dog Stars’ is about a catastrophe. The movie itself is also one.
Warning: Spoilers ahead.
Sir Ridley Scott’s latest film is all bark and no bite.
“The Dog Stars” was released Friday. With it, the “Alien” and “The Martian” director tried something new.
By Julia Kinion
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Aug. 26, 2026 4:55 p.m.Restaurant preview: New eateries will harvest community, flavor in LA
Nothing says “welcome back” like new restaurants to explore around Westwood.
By the time summer’s sweltering heat cools down, an assortment of restaurants will have opened their doors.
By Julia Kinion, Ana Camila Burquez, Ava Johnson, and Sara Green
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Aug. 26, 2026 3:35 p.m.Concert preview: Daisy Chain Fields promises colorful performances with all-woman lineup
This post was updated Aug. 30 at 6:12 p.m.
Daisy Chain Fields is set to bloom Saturday.
Founded by Olivia Rodrigo, the music festival will unite a lineup of women artists across genres and generations at Great Park in Irvine.
By Lucine Ekizian, Kiara Mack, Julia Kinion, and Cara Putterman
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