Arts
Aug. 4, 2026 1:28 p.m.
UCLA alumnus Candace Hansen sits at a table, looking into the camera with a bookshelf behind them. Their journey has centered documenting the queer and trans artists who have historically been left out of music coverage. (Courtesy of Esther Godoy)
A UCLA alumnus will soon make their final stop on a two-decades-long tour of making the case for punk music and amplifying queer artists.
Candace Hansen, who earned a doctorate in musicology this year after completing an undergraduate and master’s degree at the university, has spent the past decade drumming for punk pioneer Alice Bag.
By Alexis Coffee
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July 31, 2026 4:34 p.m.Film review: It’s a ‘Brand New Day’ for Spider-Man with stunning performances, cinematography
This post was updated Aug. 2 at 7:10 p.m.
Warning: Spoilers ahead.
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” feels exactly as the title says – brand new.
Marvel Studios’ newest addition to the Spider-Man franchise swung into theaters Friday.
By Kemyron McCoy
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July 28, 2026 3:57 p.m.Q&A: Luc Bokor-Smith finds connection in Parlour Magic’s ‘The Embassy’
Although “The Embassy” was inspired by solitude, Parlour Magic’s third album shows how collaboration creates art.
Parlour Magic is an NYC-based synth-pop band led by producer and composer Luc Bokor-Smith.
By Alexis Coffee
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July 26, 2026 10:28 p.m.Video game preview: Colorful worlds and cozy adventures await in these new summer releases
Summer vacations are always a blast, but this year’s video game lineup proves that there are also plenty of adventures awaiting at home.
From exploring Paris and tending to a magical bakery to restoring idyllic farming villages and fighting predatory salmon, this summer’s releases offer charm, nostalgia and action.
By Julia Kinion, Davis Hoffman, and Gwendolyn Lopez
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July 26, 2026 11:35 a.m.Theater review: ‘Hadestown’ live recording resurrects Broadway’s beloved musical for the big screen
This post was updated Aug. 2 at 5:24 p.m.
“Hadestown: The Musical” takes viewers “way down” to a raw and riveting theatrical experience.
The live stage recording captures the essence of theater and makes the audience feel like part of the production through unique cinematography and compelling performances.
By Sara Green
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July 24, 2026 3:46 p.m.Concert review: Suki Waterhouse’s cheeky ‘Loveland Tour’ enchants the Hollywood Forever Cemetery
This post was updated July 26 at 5:18 p.m.
At the end of a grave-lined dusky walk, Suki Waterhouse welcomed fans into her Loveland with an enchanting performance.
By Julia Divers
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July 22, 2026 11:38 a.m.Winner Takes All: Dishing on the best summer eats to beat the heat
This post was updated July 26 at 5:33 p.m.
When summer means beach days, road trips or escaping another California heat wave, the best dishes know how to keep their cool.
By Emily Berkowitz, Presley Liu, and Sara Green
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