Arts & Culture

Culture Corner

The Arts Desk’s weekly picks for music, movies and more By ZOEY MORTAZAVI — arts@theaggie.org   Album: “Portrait” by Samara Joy (2024) Samara Joy is a truly incredible...

Headliners and announcements for Entertainment Council’s annual Brainfreeze show

The winter quarter concert will feature Rocco, Sarah Kinsley, a pre-show art gallery and more By MIRIAM RAMAKRISHNAN — arts@theaggie.org  In the midst of classes, midterms...

The art of puppetry is alive and well in Davis

From amateur to professional, UC Davis faculty, alumni and local residents describe their exploration into the world of puppets  By HANNAH OSBORN — arts@theaggie.org  For the...

On-campus sculptural exhibition “Sahar Khoury: Weights & Measures” is dense with meaning

Exhibition Department Head Susie Kantor discusses the inspiration behind the new Manetti Shrem installation Written By: JONAH BERMAN — arts@theaggie.org  Earlier this month, the Jan Shrem...

Five stories about healing from burnout, and finding yourself along the way

If you’re feeling worn out from the stresses of everyday life, these stories may help you find your footing again By NATALIE SALTER—arts@theaggie.org  When the obligations...

The hype around ‘Heated Rivalry’

UC Davis cinema and digital media students discuss the cult-favorite queer sports romance   By JULIE HUANG — arts@theaggie.org   “Heated Rivalry” (2025) is a hot topic this...

Students reframe beauty through MENASA’s ‘Confronting Western Beauty Standards’ event

Attendees discussed femininity, identity and the importance of open conversation   By IQRA AHMAD — arts@theaggie.org    On Jan. 21, the Women’s Resources and Research Center (WRRC) and...

Students reframe beauty through MENASA’s ‘Confronting Western Beauty Standards’ event

Attendees discussed femininity, identity and the importance of open conversation   By IQRA AHMAD — arts@theaggie.org    On Jan. 21, the Women’s Resources and Research Center (WRRC) and...

A beginner’s guide to reading women in translation

Six recommendations to expand your list of favorite female authors across the world   How many languages do you know? For most Americans, the answer is...

Cathy Linh Che’s storytelling is a restorative act at the latest installment of The Department of English’s Creative Writing Series

The Vietnamese-American poet discussed familial influences in her Oscar-shortlisted documentary short film and book of poetry, ‘Becoming Ghost’ BY JULIE HUANG — arts@theaggie.org On Jan. 14,...

Review: Comedy and satire collide in killer thriller ‘No Other Choice’

Park Chan-wook’s newest film delivers a one-of-a-kind blend of distinct tones By JONAH BERMAN — arts@theaggie.org For college students and seasoned professionals alike, the job search...

Culture Corner

The Arts Desk’s weekly picks for music, movies and more TV Show: “A Man on the Inside” by Michael Schur (2024) Michael Schur’s latest sitcom follows...

Review: KDVS 90.3FM threw winter quarter’s inaugural backyard show

Tastes Like TV Static, Carport and Pressed kicked off the first house show of the season  By MIRIAM RAMAKRISHNAN — arts@theaggie.org  For many, winter quarter stirs...

From page to screen: ‘People We Meet on Vacation’ re-opens the discussion surrounding faithful story adaptations

Students share their thoughts on Emily Henry’s first book-to-screen adaptation By IQRA AHMAD — arts@theaggie.org  When “People We Meet on Vacation” premiered on Netflix on Jan....

Is comfort media the key to solving wintertime blues? 

Davis students find respite during the darkest months of the year in their favorite films, albums and TV shows  By NATALIE SALTER—arts@theaggie.org  While the clear skies...