They Came, They Rocked, They Conquered
The Young Turks are taking Isla Vista by storm, but not by force, as they continue to confidently conquer the hearts and ears of partygoers with a unique style of rock that utterly defies categorization. With a style that includes vocals delivered with a simplified, raw edge that is reminiscent of Brandon Boyd and guitar hooks that run the gamut from indie to punk to metal, it is easy to understand why their talent and eclecticism appeals to fans of every genre.
Garry Trudeau: Artist, Activist & All-Around Awesome American
What hasn’t been said about Garry Trudeau?
The Magic Touch
Magic, mayhem and mystery – these qualities alone can each make a movie interesting, but when properly combined, they make for an Oscar-worthy film. Director Christopher Nolan, of “Memento” fame, is in top form with his latest offering, “The Prestige,” which is perhaps his finest work in years.
Best Served Cold
Last Friday, rising indie darlings She Wants Revenge performed at the UCen as part of the Associated Students Program Board’s fall lineup.
Oh Happy Dagger
The Bulgarian National Theatre’s production of “Romeo and Juliet” was a night of rain-soaked, romantically charged drama. This stylish modernization of the classic love story used a combination of dark comedy and dance to create a portrait of love that existed outside of the boundaries of time or gender identity.
Artsweek Calendar October 26-November 1
Calendar for 10/26/06 Thursday (10/26): He’s the first-ever editorial cartoonist to win a Pulitzer and the creator of one of the coolest comic strips in the history of mankind, Doonesbury. That’s right boys and girls, Garry Trudeau is coming to the Arlington Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara tonight. The show starts at 8 and more […]
Comedy Central Host Jon Stewart To Perform Live
The host of “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” is moving to a new network Nov. – the UCSB Events Center. In Jon Stewart’s only West Coast appearance this fall, Stewart will perform a 75-minute stand-up routine beginning at 8 p.m. on Nov. 18. UCSB student tickets, discounted at $35 each, go on sale at the Arts & Lectures Ticket Office, located next to Campbell Hall, this Saturday at 8 a.m.
Silly Kids, Treats Are for Adults!
Trick-or-treat? Hell to the no. Why is it not trick and treat? I’m the kind of girl who likes both – you know, to have my cake and throw it in some bitch’s face, too. It is time for Halloween, which means skanky costumes, thousands of potential out-of-towner hook ups, unprecedented police brutality, edible sexual treats and toys, in keeping with the Halloween theme.
Northridge Brings Trouble to SB
The great spoiler, Cal State Northridge, returns to Santa Barbara tonight to take on the first place Gauchos amid their longest winning streak of the season.