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October 25, 2023

In review: “Bottoms” marks a new age of comedy

By Sally Shapiro

“Bottoms” signifies a shift in the types of movies being made, proving that when women are in the driver's seat, good things can happen.

October 25, 2023

Movies and shows to watch for Hispanic Heritage Month

By Lauren Chiou

While National Hispanic Heritage Month is almost over, representation is worth celebrating year-round. Here are 10 movies and shows that you should watch to honor Hispanic heritage and culture!

October 5, 2023

Tracks of the Month: September 2023

By Artsweek Staff

Start off your school-year soundtrack with these picks from the Artsweek Staff!

October 5, 2023

Student turned documentarian: Sol Lopez on “Driven”

By Stella Mullin

From studying at community college to now co-editing a documentary, fourth-year film and media studies major Sol Lopez has immersed herself in the world of a real-life working documentary. 

October 5, 2023

Musical legends Foo Fighters tear through 28 years of music in an electrifying performance

By Kyra Schimpf

The Santa Barbara Bowl was treated to an incredible performance by the Foo Fighters on Thursday, Sept. 28, in an evening full of jokes, hometown pride and reflection.

September 2, 2023

In Review: Season two of “The Bear” raises the stakes and serves up chaos

By Ashna Ahmed

Season two of “The Bear” gets the best of both worlds. Long takes and fast cuts, antithetical elements that all come together to create a moving depiction of grief and how having a passion can become a double-edged s...

September 2, 2023

In Review: Metro Boomin’s contribution to “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”

By Avery Stanley

While the incorporation of soundtracks into movies is nothing new, “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” provides a refreshingly new take on rap influences within animated movies.

September 1, 2023

Guide to the Isla Vista band scene

By Lauren Chiou, Stella Mullin

With dozens of student-created bands, concerts and events dedicated to music, Santa Barbara is a music hub of its own. Here is Artsweek’s official guide to the I.V. music scene.

July 31, 2023

Summer 2023 TV watchlist

By Lauren Chiou

Summer for me means excessive and non-stop television consumption. Here is every show I've watched so far, and why you should watch them too.

July 26, 2023

“Long Live” Taylor Swift, “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)” is a masterpiece

By Lauren Chiou

The original album explored an 18 to 20-year-old Swift's journey into adulthood. Now 33, she still manages to capture that youthful spunk and angst in “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)."

July 22, 2023

In Review: Stray Kids bends genre and celebrates success in third studio album “5-STAR”

By Diana Mateescu

Stray Kids have been consistently seeing success on an international level due to their unique sound and ability to cater to a niche, but simultaneously large audience.

June 26, 2023

“The Last Days of Judas Iscariot” explores the nuances of the typical biblical morality tale

By Diana Mateescu

The Performing Arts Theater was filled with laughter and tears during performances of “The Last Days of Judas Iscariot,” the final full-length play of UCSB's Theater and Dance 2022-2023 season.

June 17, 2023

Tracks of the Month: May 2023

By Artsweek Editor

Here are some of our Artsweek writers' favorite tracks from May!

June 7, 2023

WGA Strike: What is the film and television industry if not for writers?

By Avery Stanley

The Writers Guild of America (WGA), which consists of around 15,000-20,000 members, is in the midst of a union strike against the the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP).

June 1, 2023

Editors’ choice: Best of I.V. bands

By Lauren Chiou, Stella Mullin

As an essential part of Isla Vista culture, there is truly nothing like the band scene. Here are the Artsweek Editors' picks for the Best I.V. Bands of the 2022-23 school year!

May 31, 2023

Extravaganza 2023: Galantis, Remi Wolf, Destroy Lonely bring extravagant success

By Lauren Chiou, Stella Mullin

A partly cloudy Santa Barbara Sunday and Associated Students Program Board brought a large crowd of students to UC Santa Barbara’s Harder Stadium on May 21 for the annual Gaucho-only Extravaganza event.