The Star Wars universe has rediscovered its sweet spot, and “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” is the proof. At a special screening of the new series, which premiered its first two episodes on Disney+ on December 2, it immediately stood out as a breath of fresh air after some of the franchise’s more...
Saturn Salama, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
• December 6, 2024
As Cal State San Marcos' “Motherf**ker With the Hat” production approached its debut, Director and Professor Shaun Heard shared his thoughts on bringing Stephen Adly Guirgis’ bold play to life. As a professional actor, theatre professor, and former CSUSM student, Heard reflected on the challenges...
Social media can lead you to music that resonates on a deeper level, that feels both familiar and new. For me, that discovery was Demxntia, an artist I stumbled upon thanks to TikTok. Blending R&B, alternative rock, and hip-hop, his music combines an underground edge with emotional depth, reflecting...
“Wicked”, the long-anticipated movie adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, has surpassed all expectations. As someone lucky enough to watch the pre-release, I can confidently say “Wicked” is worth the wait. Few characters in pop culture have undergone a transformation as dramatic as the...
The Old Globe kicked off its 2024 Globe for All Tour with a lively, free production of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It,” directed by Emil Weinstein. The production is touring San Diego County and Tijuana as part of the Old Globe’s annual effort to bring Shakespeare to underserved communities. The...
After a seven-year hiatus, G-Dragon, the King of K-pop, makes a return with his new single, "POWER," released on October 31, 2024. This marks his first solo project since 2017 and the beginning of a new chapter under the independent label EMPIRE.
In his signature style, G-Dragon immerses himself...
As we near the 2024 Presidential Election and pass the one-year mark of Israel’s ongoing genocide in the Gaza Strip, many feel disillusioned about the future. Community organizing and education will be crucial to avoiding the many crises we face. Here is a list of introductory books for some of the...
Saturn Salama, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
• October 25, 2024
Last week, CSUSM students performed Carly Churchill’s play “Vinegar Tom” directed by Judy Bauerlein and Shaun Heard.
“Vinegar Tom” opens with a young woman lounging and talking with her lover, who claims he is the devil. This dimly lit and brooding scene, filled with violence towards the...
On October 4, Clairo hosted her largest headline show at the Rady Shell in San Diego, drawing an impressive crowd boasting an attendance of around ten thousand. Overall, the concert was fantastic. My long-term goal for the New Year was to attend more concerts, and while I haven’t seen many, I am pleased...
As a fan of “Wicked” since I was a 12-year-old choir kid, it’s hard to believe that the musical has been around for more than two decades. Whether it’s your first time hearing the opening lines of “Defying Gravity” or the hundredth time seeing Glinda descend in her bubble, there is a certain...
Isabel Cañas is swiftly emerging as a voice in contemporary Gothic literature, skillfully weaving horror, romance, and historical themes into her narratives. Her debut novel, “The Hacienda”, sets the stage for her talent in creating richly atmospheric stories, while her recent work, “Vampires...
Despite my awareness of the 1931 “Dracula”, I never had much interest in watching it – until now. My curiosity was piqued by Eugenio Derbez’s new series “Y Llegaron de Noche”, which recounts the story behind the Spanish adaptation of this classic film.
After watching the first episode...
