This post was updated Nov. 24 at 9:13 p.m.
Under the weight of doubt, “Wicked” defies gravity – and for many, expectations.
Directed by movie musical wizard Jon M.

This Friday, “Wicked” will transport movie-goers to the realm of Oz, with pop superstar Ariana Grande set to star as Glinda. Before the film’s release – and to celebrate the artist adding three more Grammy nominations to her list of accomplishments earlier this month – the Daily Bruin revisits Grande’s discography to ascertain which of her albums so far shines brightest.

“Waiting for Godot” gives exactly what it promises, for better or worse.
Famously described as “a play in which nothing happens,” Samuel Beckett’s 1952 tragicomedy will sit at the Geffen Playhouse’s Gil Cates Theater until Dec.

This post was updated Nov. 19 at 11:27 p.m.
“Back to the Future: The Musical” is all about progress – but the future of theater feels bleak.

Autumn’s crisp air is blowing in a fresh slate of Hollywood film releases.
As cozy weather settles in, this rich seasonal lineup of films is filling theaters with warmth.

The winds of change this fall are coming with new additions to listeners’ playlists.
A collection of alt-pop stars-in-the-making have released new projects recently that are ready for fans’ consumption, while other artists infuse their versions of dance music into the increasingly chilly fall evenings.

Another beaming Bruin Bash is in the cards. 
This year’s annual back-to-school concert will be headlined by rapper and singer Doechii, as announced by event organizers UCLA Campus Events Commission and Cultural Affairs Commission on Sunday afternoon.

This post was updated Aug. 18 at 9:05 p.m.
Olivia Rodrigo’s got class, integrity and arena-commanding energy.
The Grammy-winning pop sensation lit up Inglewood’s Kia Forum on Friday night for the third of four sold-out shows at the iconic Los Angeles venue.

Warning: spoilers ahead.
On the Geffen Playhouse’s vast stage, “tiny father” struggles with its size.
Directed by Tony Award nominee Moritz von Stuelpnagel, the dramedy play made its West Coast debut last month in the Geffen’s Gil Cates Theater, where it will run until July 14.

This post was updated July 14 at 5:11 p.m.
Summer is the perfect time to try new things, including making fresh additions to repetitive playlists.
In every genre imaginable, a host of new musicians and rising performers are offering dynamic tracks worth listening to.