Arts & Culture

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. […]

For a sweet and inspiring movie night, try one of these films   By NATALIE SALTER—arts@theaggie.org   There are few genres of film as comforting as the coming-of-age story and the rom-com. The former shows us that we’ll all have a chance to blossom and grow into new, braver and perhaps wiser individuals; the last […]

From farm to fork, there’s no wrong way to enjoy this berry delicious holiday   By IQRA AHMAD — arts@theaggie.org   Happy National Strawberry Day! Every year on Feb. 27, strawberry lovers unite to celebrate one of the most beloved and versatile fruits. Whether you enjoy them fresh, dipped in chocolate, blended into smoothies or […]

The Arts Desk’s weekly picks for music, movies and more    By ELIZABETH BUNT — arts@theaggie.org   Book: “The God of the Woods” by Liz Moore (2024)   “The God of the Woods” is perfect for fans of the mystery/thriller genre as well as anyone looking for their next page turner. Set in New York’s […]

The event consisted of vendors selling vinyl, DVDs and CDs at a lower price    By AALIYAH ESPAÑOL-RIVAS — arts@theaggie.org    On Feb. 22, Armadillo Music invited physical media enthusiasts to Dunloe Brewing for Vinyl Apocalypse, an event where guests could peruse boxes and crates of CDs, DVDs and vinyl priced at two for one […]