Five instrumentalists stand on stage in Smothers Theatre on Oct. 23. They performed a set that consisted of music from Django Reinhardt. Photos courtesy of Ron Hall "Shades of Django," a musical tribute to the late guitarist Django Reinhardt, performed a two-hour set in Smothers Theatre on Oct. 23. The event showcased how instrumental music can stand out on its own. Reinhardt … [Read more...] about Stephane Wrembel Brings the Sound of Django Reinhardt to Smothers Theatre
Students Share Their Pop Culture Themed Halloween Costumes
Art by Vivian Hsia With Halloween just around the corner, students said they are picking their best pop culture costumes to celebrate this year. Despite how stressful midterm season can be, students said they are still in the Halloween spirit. They said they enjoy the creativity of dressing up. "It's fun to see people live out their imaginations during the Halloween season," … [Read more...] about Students Share Their Pop Culture Themed Halloween Costumes
Book Review: Jennette McCurdy Details Truth of Child Acting in ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’
"iCarly" star Jennette McCurdy holds a pink jar on the cover of her brand new book. McCurdy dealt with abuse by her mom and someone at Nickelodeon, but she looks off in the distance at peace with her mom's death. Photo courtesy of Simon & Schuster Former actor and author Jennette McCurdy released her memoir "I'm Glad My Mom Died," Aug. 9, revealing experiences she faced in … [Read more...] about Book Review: Jennette McCurdy Details Truth of Child Acting in ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’
Classic Albums Live Rocks Smothers Theatre with ‘Let It Be’
Nine members of Classic Albums Live showcased Let it Be Sept. 8. They had a variety of instruments on stage including acoustic and electric guitars, piano, synthesizers, trumpet, saxophone, violin, cello and drums. Photo by Lucian Himes Orchestra group Classic Albums Live performed songs from The Beatles' album "Let It Be" in Smothers Theatre on Sept. 8. Classic Albums Live … [Read more...] about Classic Albums Live Rocks Smothers Theatre with ‘Let It Be’
Students Reflect on Summer Concert Memories
Sophomore Abby Jo Budiwarman is in the front row at 5 Seconds of Summer's concert at FivePoint Amphitheatre in Irvine on June 18. She said she enjoyed being able to see their stage effects up close and make out their faces. Photo courtesy of Abby Jo Budiwarman With summer coming to a close, students reflect on breathtaking experiences they had at concerts during the warm and … [Read more...] about Students Reflect on Summer Concert Memories
