Arts & Culture

Sabrina Carpenter expands on her 2024 ‘Short n’ Sweet’ album, with hints of country influences   By AALIYAH ESPAÑOL-RIVAS — arts@theaggie.org    On Feb. 14, singer Sabrina Carpenter released “Short n’ Sweet (Deluxe),” the extended version of her 2024 album. After the album won two Grammy awards for “Best Pop Vocal Album” and “Best Pop […]

UC Davis senior fashion lecturer speaks on the regression of body positivity in the fashion industry   BY BETH MUNRO-MORRIS — arts@theaggie.org    Inclusivity in the fashion industry saw significant strides throughout the 2010s, with a growing demand for diversity fueled by the rise of social media. Progression has taken a halt amid the resurgence […]

UC Davis Department of Music presents their annual Concert Bands series   By ELIZABETH BUNT — arts@theaggie.org   On Wednesday, March 5, the Mondavi Center hosted saxophonist Michael Hernandez as a featured soloist alongside the UC Davis Concert Band and Campus Band, directed by Pete Nowlen and Garrett Rigsby respectively. Led by Hernandez, the bands […]

The well-known influencer and podcaster expanded her coffee business into Santa Monica — but how did she get here?   BY BETH MUNRO-MORRIS — arts@theaggie.org   In an age where “nepo-babies” often dominate the celebrity scene, Emma Chamberlain’s rise to fame offers a refreshing self-made narrative. From YouTube sensation to high fashion fixture, podcast host […]

A mind-boggling office drama that will have you questioning your nine-to-five   BY BETH MUNRO-MORRIS — arts@theaggie.org    If you thought Ben Stiller was confined to Hollywood acting, think again. Stiller takes a bold leap behind the camera and successfully makes the audience’s heads explode in his directorial debut, “Severance.” Teaming up with writer Dan […]

The popular film festival paves a way into the limelight for fresh talent   By BETH MUNRO-MORRIS — arts@theaggie.org    What began as an underground indie festival has evolved into one of the most esteemed events in the filmmaking world. Sundance Film Festival is renowned for its celebration of emerging talent, offering a golden ticket […]

The night featured shocks, snubs and lively music performances.    By AALIYAH ESPAÑOL-RIVAS — arts@theaggie.org   On March 2, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences held the 97th Oscars ceremony at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles. Hosted by comedian Conan O’Brien, the night recognized and highlighted the work of filmmakers, actors and […]

The Downtown Davis art and music lounge hosts local artists to teach a wide variety of classes to community members each month   By SAVANNAH ANNO — arts@theaggie.org Founded by local artists Toni Rizzo, Harry Greer and Stephanie Pell, Secret Spot’s existence marks one of the newest chapters in the Davis art community’s long and […]

“Citrus Season” closes while “A Wing and a Prayer” debuts   By ELIZABETH BUNT — arts@theaggie.org    For those who are unfamiliar with it, The Artery — located in Downtown Davis on G Street — is a member-owned artist cooperative. It boasts an extensive multimedial gallery featuring curated ceramics, woodwork, glass, prints, paintings, photography and […]

Reevaluate how much you spend on streaming services and the rewarding aspect of tangible media   By AALIYAH ESPAÑOL-RIVAS — arts@theaggie.org   Streaming services have revolutionized the way humans consume media. “Streaming” is the ability to access media content on the internet without having to download the file. The concept was popularized by Netflix in […]

The Arts Desk’s weekly picks for music, movies and more   By NATALIE SALTER — arts@theaggie.org   Movie: “Almost Famous” dir. Cameron Crowe (2000)    When 15-year-old student prodigy William Miller (Patrick Fugit) seizes an opportunity to pursue music journalism, he doesn’t quite expect to find himself on a bus with rising-star band Stillwater on […]

Learn more about the customs that come with the extra day (just not this year)    By DEVANSHI AGNIHOTRI —- arts@theaggie.org   Mark your calendars for Feb. 29 — a phrase that can only be said every four years. A leap year contains 366 days instead of 365 days, with the extra day being Feb. […]