Nickolas Castillo has learned to express his character through dance and theatre. Photo courtesy of Nick Castillo. By Gabriela Medina, Staff Reporter Nick Castillo knew he wanted to be involved in telling stories. It’s why he began his college career at El Camino College as a theater major. It didn’t matter whether he was acting […]
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Graduating Seniors Share Some Artistic Wonder
By Desiree Lee, Staff Reporter Although it’s a classic of English literature and one of the most beloved tales ever written, “Alice in Wonderland” has had some interesting interpretations, ranging from one long drug trip or a parable about eating disorders, to an allegory of British colonialism. But deep, or reaching, interpretation isn’t required in […]
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Netflix’s “Crip Camp” is a powerful documentary of Disabled Empowerment
“Netflix’s documentary feature “Crip Camp” showcases the activists behind one of the longest occupational sit-ins in San Francisco’s history. Photo courtesy Netflix. By Destiny Jackson, Arts & Entertainment Editor Though the 2021 Oscar-nominated documentary “Crip Camp” was robbed of a well-deserved award—to a film about a man who befriends an Octopus— this documentary still has […]
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Final CSUDH Play of Season Illuminates Modern Myths
In a not-so-distant future, Earth experiences a second dark age; one without technology and wi-fi in this off-broadway play. Illustrated by Darlene Maes. By Gabriela Medina, Staff Reporter Although the name of the show isn’t in the title, the final play in the CSUDH theater department’s 2020-21 theater season uses an episode of the animated […]
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Disneyland is back, but will you be?
By Anthony Garza, Staff Reporter In what’s felt like an eternity, Disneyland is finally opening back up. But, there is so much uncertainty since it closed on March 14 of last year. I think our biggest question as Disney fans is: will that classic Disney experience be the same? As an annual pass holder, it […]