Tony Kushner may be revered as one of the most creative and successful playwrights of recent years, but that doesn't mean he can't piss people off. Take his appearance in last Friday's Dramatic Arts 1...
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The Eagles of Death Metal, a rock 'n' roll band, are creating lots of buzz around the country for its hip-shaking, capes and moustaches, and aren't afraid to let it all hang out. That's what Artsweek ...
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If you can't sit through the "Nutcracker," a night at the ballet is probably not for you. But, if that ballet is actually an energetic meld of modern dance, classical ballet, street dancing, musical t...
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What progress have you made in your fight against the fast food industry? Did your fight end with the film or are you continuing your interest in the subject? Any offers by, say Trader Joe's or Subway...
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France's Lyon Opera Ballet Company, known for their precision and style, will be performing at UCSB Monday, Oct. 4 and Tuesday, Oct. 5, at Campbell Hall. Artsweek was given the opportunity to intervie...
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What do you do if you are making a film and, in the process of transporting a dolly, you inadvertently damage the interior of your friend's car and don't have the funds to cover it?
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People like to complain, particularly when they have no interest in helping out or don't even know the full story. They just sit there and complain. Take, for instance, this year's Extravaganza concer...
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"Bon Voyage," a French World War II comedy that relies on overly silly intrigue and playful characters, defines cinema mediocrity with its clich
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Awash in a sea of mediocre punk and throwback bands, the Los Angeles quartet the Bronx made a name for themselves starting in 2002. After being offered numerous record contracts after only two shows, ...
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The Santa Barbara Contemporary Arts Forum, a modest-sized gallery snuggled onto the second floor of the Paseo Nuevo mall on busy State Street, isn't hindered by its small floor plan.
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Melodrama is a tactic used best by those with the artistic ability to direct such feelings in a productive way, creating work that is either tongue-in-cheek hilarious or deliciously depressing.
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Matt Skiba, one of the voices behind the eerie and emotional phenomena that is Chicago-based band Alkaline Trio, was sitting in a parking lot in the middle of the hellhole that is Riverside, Calif., w...
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“Sublime and bands like that.” Saurabh Punhani freshman biology “I am listening to 3 Doors Down right now.” Elizabeth Hardner junior at Boston College marketing “Pink Flo...
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Director Bernardo Bertolucci is known for pushing the cinematic limits a little. With his 1978 Oscar-nominated "Last Tango in Paris," he opened the door to explicit sex in film by offering butter as l...
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As the Santa Barbara International Film Festival nears its end, there are still plenty of films to see and celebrities to stalk. Here is a short list of what is still to come and what should be worth ...
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Choked by their cap tassel during a graduation photoshoot
Accidentally daps the Chancellor up as they receive their diploma
Decided to skip commencement to go day drink on Del Playa
Ugly crying so hard they drown out "Pomp and Circumstance"
Posing on stage like there's a model scout in the audience (there was)
Can't make it up the steps due to the sheer amount of cords, stoles, and leis
Couldn't decide on a grad dress so they showed up in pajamas under their gown
Showed up to commencement high and suffering from horrendous munchies
Somehow juggling the 15 ceremonies required for their triple major
Graduated with a 5 year plan, chronic anxiety, and a great internship
Reading Kafka in the audience in hopes of an honorary English degree
had their graduation photos taken in the lagoon to be different
