Arts & Culture

Writers bring visibility to the black experience in London through powerful performances On Tuesday, May 3, I had the good fortune of attending the Breaking Ground: Black British Writers tour at the Mondavi Center. The tour sold out the intimate Jackson Hall where the event was held. As an English major and writer myself, I […]

If you love your mom, steer clear of this movie Mother’s Day is the day that we show our appreciation for our mothers just a little more than we usually do. If you truly love your mom, do not take her to see Mother’s Day. The movie is directed by Garry Marshall, who also directed […]

Folklorico dance troupe showcases different regions of Mexico Danzantes del Alma, UC Davis’ acclaimed folklorico dance troupe, will be holding their annual show on May 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) Pavilion. The theme for this year’s show is “Curando el Alma Mexico a traves de la Cultura y Musica,” […]

Part Two of Rashad Hurst’s write-up of TLOP The Life of Pablo gets the closest, and at the times the farthest, from resonating when it explores the relationship between Kanye, those closest to him and their respective loyalties to one another. “Real Friends” is ostensibly the most relatable of the closers. Everyone looks forward to […]

A modern take on the Bard Who said Shakespeare is dead? From May 7 to 8, theatre startup Kim and Kothi will be showcasing a production that embodies Shakespeare in a modern fashion. Consisting of five interpretations of iconic Shakespeare plays, the production involves a high degree of collaboration that allows both actors and directors […]

Bands and musicians from Davis, throughout California, Canada, head to annual local festival The joys of Spring Quarter don’t end after Picnic Day. This weekend’s Whole Earth Festival (Friday, May 6 to Sunday, May 8) will boast food, local vendors, sustainable education, excessive hula hooping and of course, great music. With an amazing lineup of […]

Star Wars-themed events on campus Celebrate Star Wars Day, you must! May 4 is Star Wars Day, a day of celebration for Star Wars nerds everywhere and the only day when it is (semi) acceptable to make the pun “May the fourth be with you” and like Yoda to speak. To celebrate, ASUCD Entertainment Council […]

Tour includes a diverse collection of work by black writers from around the U.K. On Tuesday, May 3, the Mondavi Center will host an event for the Breaking Ground: Black British Writers U.S. Tour. The tour showcases a variety of written work from 10 talented black writers from around the United Kingdom. The project is […]

Kalm Dog continues to expand in sound, more recently endeavoring to release a freshman EP There’s a small toy store next to El Burrito, and if you don’t visit for the nostalgia of childhood games, at least attempt their World’s Most Challenging Puzzle display. I spent my Friday night unsuccessfully piecing together nine cardboard squares, […]

Festival celebrates Chicanx/Latinx community with day of live performances, food and more On April 30, La Raza Cultural Days, a week of programs that aims to empower the Chicanx/Latinx community in UC Davis, will conclude with La Gran Tardeada, a daylong event on the East Quad with live entertainment, food and children’s activities. Third-year cell […]

Downtown music store to host live jazz ensemble performances Friday, April 29, is the 20th anniversary of a beloved music store in Downtown Davis — Watermelon Music — as well as the birthday of the famous jazz musician Duke Ellington. To celebrate their 20th anniversary (and Duke Ellington’s birthday), Watermelon Music will host live, in-store […]

Kanye makes his newest album his personal Tumblr “To be accepted for who you are and loved no matter what”: The Life of Pablo What a difference a popular fashion line makes. Kanye’s success in music has afforded him the freedom to do as he pleases on his album 808s & Heartbreak. Until recently, that […]