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Monday, December 23, 2024

Arts & Culture

A look into the weird world of Dave Malloy

If you’re looking for something new, consider this composer’s unconventional musical theatre discography    By ADHITHI ANJALI — arts@theaggie.org   The idea of musical theatre alone summons to...

Review: What the indie horror film ‘Skinamarink’ reminds us about childhood

How it uses apophenia and liminal space to create a “fear of the dark”   By CORALIE LOON — arts@theaggie.org   You may be surprised to learn that...

Chris’ Culture Corner

The Art Desk’s weekly picks for movies, music and more   By CHRIS PONCE  — arts@theaggie.org   Book: “Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail”...

Review: Charlotte Wells encapsulates the lens through which we view parental figures in ‘Aftersun’

The nostalgic cinematography allows the audience to see the innate complexity of  parent-child relationships   By ANA BACH — arts@theaggie.org   “Aftersun,” the directorial debut from Charlotte Wells,...

Commentary: When did we begin to overcomplicate writing?

Writing should aim to be understood by as many people as possible — not sound “advanced”   By SARAH HAN — arts@theaggie.org   When looking back at books...

Commentary: A case for cleaning your room

Your room can be a reflection of who you are   By RUMA POUDELL — arts@theaggie.org   As college students, many of us are frequently moving into new...

‘REFUGE’ highlights a universal need for belonging

David Adam Moore and Victoria Tzykun designed the interactive performance as a testament to stability      By CLARA FISCHER — arts@theaggie.org   Prompted by the ongoing war in...

Commentary: reduce waste by ‘shopping your closet’

The philosophy behind returning to what is already hanging in your closet before you go thrifting   By ADHITHI ANJALI — arts@theaggie.org   In the effort to create...

Culture Corner

The Arts Desk’s weekly picks for music, movies and more   By ANA BACH — arts@theaggie.org   Book: “Just Kids” by Patti Smith (2010)   In her lustful memoir of...

Review: ‘The Glory’ is an unnerving depiction of revenge and resurfacing trauma

Part one of Netflix’s new K-drama sets the stage for an action-packed part two   By VIVI KIM — arts@theaggie.org   Content warning: this article contains discussions of...

Commentary: Is contemporary fashion evolving or deteriorating?

21st-century fashion designs might be on a downward trajectory   By SARAH HAN — arts@theaggie.org   Fashion is viewed through a subjective lens: some people might view one...

Celebrations for Holi are a colorful way to welcome the spring season

The Hindu tradition is a way for everyone who celebrates to spread love   By RUMA POUDELL — arts@theaggie.org   Winter quarter finals are just around the corner,...

Upcoming events in March

Find time to enjoy the art scene here in Davis as spring comes around   By ADHITHI ANJALI — arts@theaggie.org   Women of Northern California: Making Meaning for...

Culture Corner

The Arts Desk’s weekly picks for movies, music and more   By VIVI KIM — arts@theaggie.org   Album: “D>E>A>T>H>M>E>T>A>L” by Panchiko (2020) Contrary to its name, which suggests something...

Commentary: On the virtues of buying your music again

Why you should consider options beyond streaming services in support of your favorite artists    By ADHITHI ANJALI — arts@theaggie.org   The days of compact discs and physical...