Culture
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Falling ‘Head Over Heels’ in love with the spring musical
Occidental College’s theater department is bringing to the stage “Head Over Heels,” a musical comedy consisting of songs by the 1980s female rock band,...
Culture
Occidental’s student diversity shines during graduation celebrations
The week prior to Commencement, graduates have the opportunity to take part in cultural graduation ceremonies, according to the 2026 Celebration Schedule on the Intercultural Community...
Culture
A spotlight for storytellers: Occidental Children’s Theater takes center stage
The Occidental Children’s Theater is a theater troupe in its 31st year of performing fairytale-inspired shows and hosting camps for local kids. The cast is made...
Culture
Joey Valence & Brae and student openers bring high-energy to SpringFest
Occidental’s annual SpringFest concert featured headliner Joey Valence & Brae, with student openers Aitan Milman (sophomore) and Hannah Fortvne (senior), April 4 at Remsen Bird Hillside Theater. The event...
Arts & Entertainment
Despite no vowels, KTCHN lacks nothing in taste
Brunch is the king of meals. It combines everything to love about breakfast and lunch into one stupendous plate comprised of all kinds of...
Arts & Entertainment
Local drive-in provides kitschy way to spend a Saturday night
As the sky went to black Saturday evening, hipsters, popcorn, burgers, a classic hearse and an FM radio station channeling "Harold and Maude" came...
Arts & Entertainment
Green Bean open mic offers stand up, singing
Students gathered on Branca Patio under Los Angeles' starless sky Thursday night for a medley of student performances that included beatboxing, stand-up comedy, a...
Arts & Entertainment
I got '2048' problems but my phone ain't one
I recently downloaded the hit iPhone game "2048," which has consumed all of my free time. It's so addicting that I once...
Arts & Entertainment
Spicy or smelly, Sriracha rules Irwindale
As the group approached Irwindale, we rolled down our windows, inhaling deeply. The air smelled sour, with a hint of spiciness. We thought we...
Arts & Entertainment
Artisan cheese shop serves up in-season excellence
No longer do residents of Eagle Rock have to go to villages in the Swiss Alps, the plains of the Netherlands or the fields...
Arts & Entertainment
Pasadena gets swinging, Lindy Groove jazzes up Thursdays
On a stage at the front of the room, the DJ plays the first jazzy tune and the lights dim to a glow. The...
