Artsweek

Artsweek’s 2024 mid-year report

The best movies, shows and albums from 2024 (so far).
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“Mustard Man”: The “post coming-of-age-story” of music, mayhem and maturing

The independent, student-created film tells a story of rock ‘n’ roll, lifelong family friendships and the kind of chaos that can only happen in your 20s. 
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Cage the Elephant at the Santa Barbara Bowl: An electrifying night of iconic hits

With an exciting performance of new and old hits, the concert served as the showcase of the group's iconic and ever-evolving sound.
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“Kinain mo yarn!”: UCSB’s PCN33 cast eats up the stage with cultural showcase “Bahala Na!”

The Pilipino Cultural Night cast spared no expense in creating a showstopping evening of laughter and celebration, with lively cultural dances and performances.
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AS Program Board presents Jennette McCurdy at Campbell Hall

On May 29, the Associated Students Program Board presented “In Conversation with Jennette McCurdy” as part of their Cultural Arts series to discuss McCurdy's best-selling memoir "I'm Glad My Mom D...
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Women in Media UCSB holds 8th annual spring conference

UC Santa Barbara’s Women in Media organization held its eighth annual spring conference on May 18 and 19 at the Interactive Learning Pavilion.
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In review: Falling for “The Fall Guy”

The film offers a unique look into a profession that is often overlooked in modern media — stunt performers.
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Netflix’s “Baby Reindeer”: A haunting depiction of trauma

While “Baby Reindeer” doesn’t offer a solution to dealing with the consequences of trauma, it illustrates an accurate portrayal of the effects of trauma and how this can impact an individual’s...
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New Zoot Suits: UCSB presents first annual production of “Zoot Suit”

"Zoot Suit" is an act of remembering and educating audiences about the Chicano identity and history. Bringing the play into Santa Barbara awakened the audiences to the importance of Chicano theater.
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In Review: The UCSB Opera Gala showcased and soared

The UCSB Opera Gala was a splendid performance of repertoire that spanned over time and regions and gave everyone in the theater a true experience of opera at its best.
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Community, creativity, hopes for the future: Bands speak on the I.V. music scene

For local bands, Isla Vista’s expansive, unparalleled music scene is integral to the college town’s culture. 
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Queens of the Stone Age bring hard rock to the Santa Barbara Bowl

The group visited the Bowl as a part of their “The End is Nero” tour, promoting “In Times New Roman…,” the band’s first new album in six years.
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A year in review: Chart-topping Asian and AAPI artists

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage month. Check out some of this year's top Asian and AAPI artists to celebrate!
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Steve Aoki, BLXST, Disco Lines and Briston Maroney headline successful 44th Extravaganza music festival

On May 19, the Associated Students Program Board held the annual Extravaganza music festival at UC Santa Barbara’s Harder Stadium.
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“All the Devils Are Here…”: Patrick Page’s masterclass on the art of villainy (Shakespeare edition)

Actor Patrick Page graced the stage of UC Santa Barbara’s Hatlen Theater on April 25 with a performance of his solo show, “All the Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented the Villain."
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