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August 27, 2026

Rainbow Kitten Surprise rocks the Santa Barbara Bowl

By Sherine John

Rock band Rainbow Kitten Surprise took the stage by storm at Santa Barbara Bowl on July 19.

August 22, 2026

Nolan’s Simplified Reading of ‘The Odyssey’ is a Moralist Spectacle

By Sophia Benito

Christopher Nolan’s seafaring blockbuster “The Odyssey” simplifies everything that makes the long-studied story and its cast of characters interesting.

July 21, 2026

‘Backrooms’ Should Be a Labyrinth with No End

By Sophia Benito

Kane Parsons' feature debut captures the eerie atmosphere that made the Backrooms a phenomenon, but its attempts to explain the mystery weaken the concept.

July 14, 2026

“Supergirl” brings super-powered heroines back to the big screen

By Carly Rattner

Milly Alcock gave a performance of a positive, chaotic role model to inspire future generations of strong women despite the film's box office performance.

July 2, 2026

What Makes ‘A Real Pain’ Real: An Evening with Jesse Eisenberg

By Carly Rattner

The actor, writer, and director took the stage at Campbell Hall to discuss the making of his 2024 film "A Real Pain."

June 27, 2026

When Film Keeps it Reel, We Get Loud: UCSB’s 35th Annual Reel Loud Film and Arts Festival

By Yogita Sharma, Daisy Hernandez

The 35th annual Reel Loud Festival united UCSB filmmakers and musicians for a showcase of creativity and talent.

June 22, 2026

Behind the Curtain: “Here/Now” and the Joy of Dance and Community

By Gianna Dossa

Kennadi Davis crafted not just a performance, but a collective experience with her show "Here/Now."

June 5, 2026

May the fourth be with us: A “Connectivity” series screening

By Carly Rattner

May 4 brought a filled audience to Pollock Theater, where the Carsey-Wolf Center screened “Star Wars: A New Hope” to honor the film’s legacy and community. 

June 5, 2026

Frost Children bring high-energy hyperpop to The Hub

By Yogita Sharma

On May 7, Frost Children filled the Hub with their signature fusion of hyperpop and electroclash.

June 5, 2026

The Met Gala in Review: Mirrors of the Met

By Abigail Sylvester

The 2026 Met Gala's theme did not disappoint and neither did the attendees’ artistic teams.

June 5, 2026

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ is nostalgic but shallow

By Sophia Benito

Two decades after the events of the original film, 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' tries hard not to be a repeat of the original, but can’t stand on its own merit.

June 5, 2026

Fighting for forgiveness: Omni-Man’s character growth in “Invincible” season four

By Carly Rattner

Invincible season four shifts away from shock value and instead focuses on the emotional repercussions of actions.

May 28, 2026

Letter from the Artsweek Editor: Write about the arts!

By Stella Mullin

Stella says goodbye to Artsweek.

May 28, 2026

Letter from the Artsweek Editor: Scenes of greatness through frames of a Nexus

By Lauren Chiou

Lauren says goodbye to Artsweek.

May 20, 2026

Extravaganza 2026: Dominic Fike excels as first rock headliner in 11 years alongside JT, Earl Sweatshirt and Jane Remover

By Lauren Chiou, Kendra Martinez

With a notably high turnout of 7,500 audience members and a popular, genre-spanning lineup, the May 17 concert brought a fresh take and renewed excitement to the campus festival.

May 14, 2026

Japanese Breakfast’s Michelle Zauner talks memoir and 2026 UCSB Reads selection ‘Crying in H Mart’

By Lauren Chiou, Stella Mullin

The author and musician spoke at Campbell Hall about her book “Crying in H Mart: A Memoir,” which was selected as the official 2026’s UCSB Reads book.