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MUSIC: INTERVIEW

THREE-TImE LATIn gRAmmy wInnER singer and songwriter Fonseca blends tropical genres like no one else within the industry. The 33-year-old Colombia-born music gem was honored for that in 2012 when he earned the Latin GRAMMY Award for Ilusión in Best Tropical Fusion Album.

Currently on tour in the U.S., Fonseca spoke with Campus Circle about his GRAMMY experiences, time as a student at Berklee College of Music and more.

Campus Circle: In 2012, you won a Latin GRAMMY Award for Ilusión. How did that feel?Fonseca: It was very exciting because it was a year full of hard work, especially arranging the album’s release in the U.S. and all of Latin America. We had a great team with Sony Music helping us out…this Grammy represented a lot of different things. I would say the best thing about it was the category we won in because it was the best description for the album: tropical fusion. And I’m glad people accepted it that way.

CC: This year, you were also nominated for a GRAMMY for Best Latin Pop Album. What does it mean to you to be recognized in that market?F: It was equally exciting as the Latin nomination, and in ways, more unexpected. I didn’t even know when the nominations would be announced, and it made me very happy.

CC: For several weeks now, the song “Desde Que No Estás” has been on the Billboard Top 10 in tropical music. What’s your

take on it being such a popular tune?F: It’s been great. Also, to sing about someone being your dream is very important as a singer. I’m happy because we’re about to go on tour, and our aim is for people to get to know the songs.

CC: The video for this track was filmed in the Guajira, north of Colombia. Why did you choose that location, and what can you tell us about the concept for the video?F: The concept of the video came from the song (which is very melancholy), and we thought about a place that would invoke that melancholy feeling – that nostalgia. So we decided a desert could achieve that. The Cabo de la Vela is a magical place in Colombia because it hosts all sort of landscapes, and it’s a place full of contrasts. Also, I like to use video to show the world the beauty Colombia has to offer, so it was a bit of all these factors.

CC: Your U.S. tour (“Ilusión World Tour”) is soon coming to Los Angeles. Particularly pertaining to your performance here (Club Nokia, May 9), what will the show entail?F: We’ve been very selective of the material we’ll be using on this tour. For us, the U.S. tour is very important, and we look forward to visiting some of those cities again. The last tour included 17 cities, and this time around it’s going to be about the same…We’ve been preparing for a long time and so we’ll all be having a great time.

CC: When you’re on tour, do you have any techniques to help you relax?

F: Well while on tour, my mind’s always on the task at hand: on what’s the next show going to be like and what we might need to improve. That’s very important. That said, we do try to relax when we can. Last year, on our way from Dallas to Las Vegas, we stopped by the Grand Canyon and took a helicopter ride and other things like that. We try to enjoy the cities we visit as much as possible; that’s part of what it’s all about.

CC: Overall, your repertoire is full of romantic themes. Where is it that this romanticism comes from?F: It comes from life experiences, and it might give people the wrong idea about me being like this every single day. But music has always been a way of escape, a way of expressing things I don’t necessarily express in my daily life.

CC: You attended Berklee College of Music. Can you discuss that experience, and why you left when you did to focus on your career?F: I took a course for singers there, and my experience there was incredible. It’s a great place that’s very open to what you have to offer. It’s a place where you can arrive with whatever form of musical expression and they have people there ready and waiting to help you develop. Many music schools are specialized, whether it be classical, jazz, etc. But Berklee is open to any genre, and it was perfect for me because I was able to focus on what it’s actually like to be a singer and be on stage. It was an incredible experience.

To read the full interview with Fonseca, visit campuscircle.com.

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fonSECA: A MUSIC GEMThis Latin singer/songwriter is

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Fonseca will be performing at Club Nokia on May 9.


6 Campus Circle 4.25.13 - 5.8.13 Film | Music | Culture

IT HAD BEEn “onE of THoSE yEARS” foR KATE nASH. She split from her long-term boyfriend, and her emotions sent her into survivalist mode. Where she’d once sang primly about getting over a bloke by watching “CSI” marathons, she now called upon self-reliance and a hearty dose of feminism. She became like a heroine in a Tarantino film; she became death-proof— an enraged, empowered woman.

Twenty-five-year-old Nash’s metamorphosis comes to life on Girl Talk, out on her own Have 10p Records. There are traces of the English musician’s original piano-pop vibes (the bubbly “Are You There Sweetheart” and the lissome “OMYGOD!”). But on the whole, Girl Talk has a snarl to it. “Sister,” for example, seethes like it should have been on Hole’s classic, Live Through This.

After treating a fan to a day at the nail salon via her Pledge Music drive, Nash hopped on the phone with Campus Circle. She discussed her musical and emotional evolution, as well as her charitable efforts in honor of females around the world.

She noted that “a lot has changed” since the last record, 2010’s transitional My Best Friend Is You (Geffen/Fiction). That release served as a bridge from her successful, perky debut – 2007’s Made of Bricks – to the grit of Girl Talk. It hinted at her desire to break free of the pop princess mold, with the bawdy spoken word of “Mansion Song” and the sultry, throw-caution-

to-the-wind number “I Just Love You More.” But even still, Nash feels removed from that version of herself.

“Your early 20s, you still feel like a teenager…I don’t feel like a teenager anymore. I feel like a grownup,” she said. “And I feel like it’s hard being a grownup sometimes. And there’s a lot of challenges you have to face.”

But this artist is not one to balk in the face of uncertainty. For one, she picked up the bass for the first time on this album, an instrument she considers as powerful as a weapon. The four-string assault ax found a home with her a few years prior when she did a punky side project called the Receeders with a couple of good mates. Nash said that her lack of formal training freed her up from rigid expectations and eventually led to Girl Talk’s decidedly brash sound.

The album was recorded in Los Angeles with Tom Biller, who’s worked with Kanye West and Fiona Apple. He and Nash intended to meet for a friendly coffee one day last year but ended up hanging out for six hours in his studio, their heads brimming with ideas for her release. He went on to produce, while Nash shacked up with an all-women band in Echo Park. It was the ideal situation for her to embrace her feminism and purge her wounded feelings after breaking up with Ryan Jarman of the Cribs.

“It was fucking one of the most incredible experiences of

my whole life,” she said. “I’ll definitely never forget it. It was really amazing.”

Another unforgettable experience she’s recently had was traveling to Africa to support Because I Am a Girl, a charity devoted to bettering the lives of oppressed females. As she shouts of sisterhood solidarity and “action, action!” on “All Talk,” she saw it fitting to join up with the NGO to bring hope to the monetarily and rights-impoverished population.

She recalled the scene with awe and respect: “Ghana was amazing. It was totally crazy…new sights and sounds, like pigpens, like a guy walking down the street with a machete, to a woman carrying a box on her head selling goods like sugar cane.” There are photos of Nash’s journey to Ghana where she is among young natives with fists in the sky, a nod to One Billion Rising, a movement to end violence against women.

Aristotle and Rage Against the Machine agree that “anger is a gift,” and Nash is utilizing this concept for good. Girl Talk could be the 20-teens’ answer to Jagged Little Pill in its refusal to play nice and keep quiet. The anger translates into a stronger appreciation for her fellow woman (she encourages fans to form girl “gangs” to combat sexism). Her anger means survival.

Kate Nash performs at the Troubadour on May 10 and the Echo on May 21. Follow Kate on Twitter @katenash.

MUSIC: FEATURE

The British songstress takes “girl

power” to a different level with her new

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GROWING UP GRRRL WITH KATE NASH

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MUSIC: REPORT

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THE PoSEIDon DAnCE PARTyThe Poseidon Dance Party, a highlight of the Long Beach LGBT Pride Weekend, will take place aboard the Queen Mary

on May 18. DJs Manny Lehman and Ryan Kenney will spin party anthems and the latest club hits to a choreographed laser show on the ship’s open-air top deck, and partygoers are encouraged to dress in nautical-inspired costumes. Ticket information is at www.queenmary.com, and package deals are available for those who want to book a room and stay overnight.

CDS nEw AnD noTABLEDEVON ALLMAN Turquoise (Ruf) – Allman is the son of fabled southern rock icon Gregg Allman, but here he puts his soulful voice to work on a set of self-penned R&B-tinged rockers that show he takes after his late uncle Duane as well.CAYUCAS Bigfoot (Secretly Canadian) – Cayucas leader Zach Yudin is from the California coastal town of Cayucos, so it shouldn’t be any surprise that his lo-fi pop tunes conjure images of fun on the beach and boardwalk.DAWES Stories Don’t End (HUB) – These L.A. favorites are currently on the road with Bob Dylan, but they’ll be starting their own tour soon and highlighting new songs, including the ode to life-on-an-airplane “From a Window Seat.”HANDS Synesthesia (Kill Rock Stars) – These synth-poppers are at their best when channeling the dance-oriented British New Wave acts like they do on “The Game is Changing Us” and the Human League-like “Trouble.”BETH HART Bang Bang Boom Boom (Provogue) – With a voice that’s a mash up of Aretha Franklin and Amy Winehouse, informed by a decade-long (now over) struggle with drugs and alcohol, Hart is now reaping rewards as one of the hottest new soul singers.KITSUNÉ AMERICA 2 (Kitsuné) – The latest various artists

compilation from the French label presents 14 songs from developing American electro-pop acts, including the Prince-like “Morning Kisses” from Theophilus London, the smoky dream “Marijuana” from Chrome Sparks and an instrumental mix of Gigamesh’s “GOTF.”OLA PODRIDA Ghosts Go Blind (Western Vinyl) – This Austin, Texas-based band is led by singer/guitarist David Wingo. The band’s name is based on when Wingo was a kid and he had a gig (dressed as a mouse) at the Olla Podrida Mexican market in Dallas. His latest gig playing gentle, rock-tinged folk/pop is a lot better.PALENKE SOULTRIBE Mar (Soultribe) – The latest from this Colombia-born duo features lots of songs done in traditional Colombian style and sung in Spanish but also an assortment of dubby numbers sung in English, all geared to packing dance floors.ADRIENNE PIERCE My Heavens (Insectgirl) – Pierce’s husband Ari Shine plays most of the instruments on My Heavens and is careful to never bury Pierce’s Susanna Hoffs-like vocals on charming pop/rockers like “Hand Headed Heart.”SOFT MACHINE LEGACY Burden of Proof (Moonjune) – Soft Machine was one of the highly influential bands of the early progressive rock era; this version of the group features original and longtime members carrying on their legacy and working in a jazzier vein.VONDELPARK Seabed (R&S) – This album of lush downbeat and music is perfectly titled; a listen evokes the feeling you might get while exploring an undersea world full of sublime activity that’s normally unseen.

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fRom fILmmAKER oLIvIER ASSAyAS comes a vibrant portrait of a time etched in seemingly recent history. Something in the Air is the story of a young, French filmmaker and artist named Gilles, who is learning to find himself amidst France’s political chaos in the late 1960s. Traveling and campaigning with the likes of anarchists and communists, Gilles must decide his path artistically, professionally and emotionally.

There’s a lot going on in this film. It’s heavy; it’s raw and authentic. Every detail bears some sort of significance as a commentary on the political climate of the time period. It is a nostalgic trip through a vivid moment in youth culture, seeking to inspire those too young to relate.

Assayas is deeply connected with the film’s concept. In a recent interview with Campus Circle, he said, “It all starts with autobiography…there’s very little in this film that is not based on real-life memory.”

He uses this film to specifically reference his background with a young protagonist that is not too different from him. Gilles is conflicted with many of the same struggles that Assayas faced when he was growing up. But what is particularly relevant to Assayas, in this film, is the artistic backdrop that contains both art and music.

“This is music I was listening to obsessively at that age,” he said of the politically charged folk and psychedelic rock featured in Something in the Air.

The film’s humor and commentary is based primarily on references to the artistic culture that particularly influenced Assayas. Music from Syd Barrett, Dr. Strangely Strange and Nick Drake sets the stage and allows for a political context. The story moves through the soundtrack, just as much as it does through the interaction of characters. It adds a whole new element of depth and is truly a beautiful method of storytelling. As Assayas put it, “To me, those songs are like time capsules.”

Using his personal experiences, political beliefs and artistic background, Assayas tells the story of those whom he grew up with. Aesthetically and ideologically, he sought to capture the period’s essence.

“I needed to have a sense that I was dealing with a period, that I was dealing with a generation, and I was ending up telling the collective story of my generation,” he explained.

While this film is indeed rich with substance and perspective, the story itself seems to wind through time and space with only a vague sense of direction. Despite his trials and tribulations, Gilles overcomes very little other than a few minor emotional shortcomings by the end of the film. In addition, a lot of the dialogue is based on stilted humor and blatant obscurity that some viewers might not be able to relate to.

Yet, despite the barrage of intellectualism afforded by this film, what really stands out is a general sense of authenticity. Something in the Air captures a vivid moment in history from a perspective of introspection. Assayas has done a spectacular job painting an image of the distinct background that he comes from.

For those who can hold the film’s political themes closer to heart, Aassayas’ perspective is enlightening. For those looking to simply escape to a more impassioned period in political history, you’ll find this film appealing as well.

gRADE: B

Something in the Air releases in theaters on Friday, May 3.

SET In SouTHERn IowA, Ramin Bahrani’s At Any Price captures a family’s struggle to overcome a crisis in the modern world of agriculture. The film has undertones of a longing for the simplicity of the past but serves to always remind the audience the past is gone, and adapting is the only way to succeed in the future.

Henry Whipple, played by Dennis Quaid, is a go-getter farmer who wants to expand his business “at any price,” so to speak. However, his sons see it a little differently.

His eldest son leaves home, and his youngest son Dean (Zac Efron) wants to become a professional racecar driver, halting Henry’s plans to pass on his farming legacy to his boys. But this becomes a minor problem when their business gets investigated, threatening the end to the entire legacy.

The problem originally arises in this small town after modern and industrialized business replaces traditional seed farming, adding enormous competition to the world of farming and completely wiping out old practices.

Henry, who inherited the family farm after four generations, follows the new business model of “expand or die” at any cost, even if it means taking other people down in the process. In competing with rival famer Jim Johnson (Clancy Brown) for seed sales, the Whipples push moral and ethical boundaries, making the audience question the people they are.

When the Whipples’ seed selling operation is put under investigation, Dean finally steps up to the family plate. However, this produces dyer consequences, challenging the family to face moral issues.

Bahrani uses the farming world as a major backdrop for the film, but the film’s various layers share a perspective of a much more broader scale. As the characters are tested, their faults and morals are also exposed. No one in this film is perfect or easy to figure out, but rather they are various shades of grey.

You’ll find yourself asking while watching the film: How “good” is the protagonist, and how “bad” is the antagonist? While this makes for a much more complex film, it was hard to empathize with any one character. This is not simply because the characters made mistakes, but because of how severe the mistakes are.

Efron and Quaid both gave standout performances. Efron easily slipped into the rebellious son role, playing a character far from any character he has previously played. He was 100 percent believable as a son wanting nothing more than to get away from his family.

Quaid also gave a memorable performance as the obnoxious farmer who would do anything to make his farm No. 1.

Heather Graham, who played Henry’s mistress Meredith, and Kim Dickens who played Henry’s wife Irene, made for a good ensemble cast. Each portrayed women on opposite ends of the coin and complemented Quaid’s character, revealing his two conflicting sides.

As good as At Any Price is, however, it does not give the audience the emotional pay off usually expected at the end of a film like this. But it does succeed in stirring up emotions and ethical questions.

At Any Price sets a goal of illustrating the imperfection within people and the line between right and wrong. The cinematography in the film is stunning, and Iowa provides the perfect scenery for the drama accompanied in the film; the characters’ emotions do not get lost in the scenes.

If there is one thing At Any Price does successfully, it’s creating a world you can easily get lost in.

gRADE: B

At Any Price released at select theaters in L.A. and N.Y. on Wednesday, April 24.

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nEw ZEALAnD ACToR mAnu BEnnETT is currently on top of the world. He just finished a four-year run on Starz network’s highest rated show to date, “Spartacus,” and he has smoothly transitioned into an awesome role on the CW’s newest hit, “Arrow.” Oh, and let’s not forget Bennett is co-starring in Peter Jackson’s blockbuster The Hobbit as Azog the Defiler.

On the phone with Manu, I expected to encounter a fiery personality similar to many of the strong characters he has portrayed. Imagine my pleasant surprise when a humble and down-to-earth guy presented some of the most inspiring words I’ve heard in a long time.

Bennett is someone who has dealt with loss but uses that experience to motivate and move forward. It goes without saying that things keep getting better and better for the successful actor.

Campus Circle: How did you get into acting?Manu Bennett: During my last couple of years of school, there were two car accidents that affected my life. One where my mother died, and then two weeks later my brother died. I was a good student at school, but the impact was something that affected my scholarly mind. I lost my ability to concentrate on math and science. I geared toward the artistic pursuits; they spoke to me more loudly. I chose the arts over the academics at that difficult time in my life, and it helped me pull through.

CC: What are some projects you’ve done that you see as huge stepping stones?MB: Without a doubt, when I landed “Spartacus.” “Spartacus”

was my first real show. I finished that and felt that for the first time in my life, I graduated. The four years at “Spartacus” felt like the best years at school, and at the end, the last episode I did in the final season…that felt like graduation.

CC: What are you working on now? MB: “Arrow”! (laughs). Just to give you a bit…I play Slade Wilson who might become DeathStroke next season. If this goes through, then I’ll feel as if that’s a new chapter in my career. Now I’m in Vancouver because of “Arrow.” Thank goodness it stopped raining!

CC: What was it like working on “Spartacus” with Andy Whitfield? MB: Andy Whitfield stands out. He made so many understand that it’s important to realize how short life is and to make sure you don’t have regrets. Andy’s campaign is: “Be Here Now” in relation to his cancer. His message is so important now. Sometimes as individuals, we get consumed by material things. Part of the thing that Andy was known for (internationally) was his ability to show his positive spirit and gentle nature. He didn’t play egotistical. Andy made a Spartacus that can never be repeated. He set an example with our show in the first season that resonated throughout the world. “Spartacus” is about human beings treated as slaves and then being uplifted by Spartacus with the powerful message that “we are one.” The success of the show just goes to show that’s the way the world feels as well.

CC: You have an amazing look. Do you think that you have been

typecast or that it has led you to great casting opportunities?MB: I’m Maori, and when I first began acting, I started off in Australia. I was stereotyped…the first show I did I played a smart-ass brown haired guy up against a blond hair, blue-eyed heroic model. There was that social stereotype. I guess…being labeled “indigenous”…there are ideas people have that speak about our culture, but that also shows the problem with making assumptions on whole nations. On the plus side, film today has a lot of smart people trying to head down the road of tackling that. Artists are good at making social commentary.

CC: Do you have advice for anyone who wants to become an actor?MB: I think that you’re a product of your environment. The relationships you choose are going to help you progress with whatever your goals are in life.

Before the show “Spartacus,” I worked with Rob Tapert (“Spartacus” producer) on “Xena: Warrior Princess,” ironically with Lucy Lawless. Then 10 years later, I’m cast on “Spartacus,” and I’m working with Lucy again. In 2007, Rob casted me again on 30 Days of Night, a Sony Pictures horror film, which Sam Raimi was involved with.

This goes to show that it’s important to be professional and forge positive relationships with people in the industry. If I had gone on set of “Xena: Warrior Princess” with a bad attitude or awful work ethic, I might have blown the opportunities that I was lucky enough to eventually have come my way.

For more on Manu Bennett go to: https://twitter.com/manubennett

BY SOLA FASEHUN

After breaking out on Starz’s “Spartacus,” Bennett continues to score more roles.

THIngS KEEP gETTIn’ BETTER foR “SPARTACuS,” “ARRow” ACToR mAnu BEnnETT

Manu Bennett is on CW’s “Arrow,” which airs on Wednesdays, 8/7c. Juan Mon & Calypso Paoli

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NIGHTLIFE: ROUNDUP

BUSBY’S (EAST)Los Angeles5364 Wilshire Blvd.323.525.2615busbysla.comBusby’s has been considered a hot sports bar in L.A. for quite a while now, but for the non-sports fanatics (like me), this bar offers much more than game viewing – they offer game playing.

When you walk up the stairs and pass the bar, on the left are fun arcade/bar style games that you’ll want to get your hands on! They have pool, billiards, ping-pong, shuffle board, darts and foosball. Their arcade games include basketball, Buck Hunter, Stacker and Pin Ball. Plus, they offer Wii and board games. Trust me, there’s nothing more fun than taking a few tequila shots and then challenging your friends (or one of the hot guys by the pool table) to a lightning round game of basketball.

The crowd at Busby’s is a good mix of people ranging from young 20-something-year-olds to those in their mid-to-late-30s; expect to find people of different ethnicities. Patrons spread themselves out evenly throughout the space; most of the men take over the game section, groups of people sit at the back tables, small groups of girls like to sit near the front of the bar where flat screen TVs play psychedelic videos of old and new music videos, and the rest grab stools at the bar.

The bartenders are friendly and talkative, and they make a strong Long Island Iced Tea. After having a few rounds, I suggest you head over to the nightclub part of the bar and dance off those guilty calories. The music includes an eclectic range of popular Top 40’s music, rap, EDM and more; there’s something for everybody.

When I first visited Busby’s, there was some serious Latin ballroom dancing going on. Couples and partners danced the Salsa and a little bit of Cha-Cha – their energy was contagious. Every bone in your body will compel you to get up and dance with them!

BLIPSY BARCADEKoreatown369 N. Western Ave.323.461.7067Facebook.com/blipsy.barcadeJudging by its name, most would assume that this joint is a mash-up of a bar and an arcade – and they’re right. Blipsy Barcade has 22 retro arcade games, four bartenders and hundreds of toys (seriously, hundreds). When you walk in, you’ll see the bar on the right loaded with liquor bottles, glasses and toys. There are a few stuffed animals, dolls and a model of Blipsy Barcade made out of Legos.

And of course, there are the classic, vintage (and modern) arcade games: Stellar Wars, Gauntlet, Twilight Zone, Spy Hunter, Galaga, Donkey Kong, Punch Out, Paper Boy, Defender, WWF Superstar and so much more! For those who are nostalgic of the days you spent hours playing Pac Man and Nintendo, this is your bar. Make sure you bring friends who match your enthusiasm for arcade games or else they might not have the patience for it.

But if they don’t, Blipsy offers more delights. Besides gaming, the bar also a DJ booth where DJ Randy J spins reggae, funk, hip-hop, boogie, disco and new wave tunes. Every third Friday, you can catch BodyHeat (a group that plays a mixture of Italo disco, new wave, synthpop and more) for free.

The only downside to this place: it’s a cash-only bar. Upside? They have an ATM machine towards the back so you don’t to go on a wild goose chase looking for the nearest BOA. Plus, there is no cover to get in! Also, make sure you drop by on Sundays between noon and 8 p.m. – they serve $3 handmade margaritas (wink, wink).

SPiN LA at The StandardDowntown L.A.550 S. Flower Street213.439.3065losangeles.spingalactic.comAlmost every young, hip college student knows about downtown L.A.’s popular rooftop bar, The Standard. However, how many know about its ping-pong club: SPiN LA?

SPiN is a ping-pong social club where you and your friends can reserve a ping-pong table (or just walk in) and get a game on while sipping on cocktails, eating some street food and meeting new people. Academy Award-winning actress Susan Sarandon, Andrew Gordon, Jonathan Bricklin, Franck Raharinosy created and own SPiN, and there are other clubs in New York, Milwaukee and Toronto.

This space is ultra sexy with its sleek, red ping-pong tables and slightly dim lighting. There are small bleachers next to one of the ping-pong tables for spectators, giving the space a small competitive, game-like atmosphere. There are even large and small photos in black and white of people playing ping-pong. One of them is a wall-size photo of our very own President Obama wearing a dress shirt and tie, his eyes focused on hitting the ping-pong back to his opponent who we can imagine is on the other side of the table.

The great thing about SPiN is that the club occasionally hosts open tournaments, “Glow in the Dark Tuesdays” and even an “Under 30 Ping Pong Party,” which includes $4 PBRS, $5 drop shots and more! And, of course, its location at The Standard makes it easy for you to just go up to the roof and enjoy the other bar and breathtaking views of downtown L.A.

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BEAUTY: PROFILE

AT 27 yEARS oLD, Nana Meriwether has accomplished a lot: she attended Duke, UCLA and USC, became a two-time All-American in volleyball and reached the Final Four while at UCLA, and is now the current Miss USA titleholder.

Campus Circle: What led you to transfer from Duke to UCLA?Nana Meriwether: I went to Duke my freshman year, first semester and I played volleyball there. My dad went there and I decided to follow in his footsteps; it was similar to my upbringing. It was very private and in the middle of nowhere, but it’s such a prestigious school and even just that one semester, I got so much out of it academically…I was just looking for more of a life experience…and [transferring to UCLA] was one of the best decisions of my life.

CC: While you were at UCLA, what were some of the places you enjoyed hanging out?NM: I unfortunately didn’t hang out much on campus, but I used to hang out in the peripheral neighborhoods like Hollywood and Beverly Hills. And because I was an athlete, a lot of my friends were on the football team and basketball team, so my social life was built around athletics and athletes. I used to hang out at Maloney’s – they’ve now changed the name; I would also go to a lot of house parties. It was a good time.

CC: You were a two-time All-American at UCLA with the volleyball team and went to the Final Four. Tell us about your experience with the athletic program.NM: Well first of all, UCLA is the most accomplished athletic school in the nation, if not the world. To be part of that tradition was such an honor. I learned so much from sports: discipline, work ethic, time management, (and) leadership skills. I just learned so much that has carried out into my life afterwards…

CC: You have completed your pre-med studies at USC, correct?NM: Yes.

CC: What made you choose USC, and how was that experience?NM: Being a Bruin, it was very tough; UCLA and USC are rivals. I was a political science major at UCLA with a focus on international studies. Then I took my LSAT for law school. Then I took a trip to Africa with my parents, and I would watch my father, who’s a doctor, donate his time and do his

medical work. That really inspired me so I changed my mind and decided to try out for med school. There are post-graduate programs for med school, and I volunteered at Cedars-Sinai, which is one of the best hospitals on the west coast. UCLA did not offer the program I wanted, so I was forced to go to USC. I was admitted, and I went. My brother was also at USC for pre-med, and he was a year ahead of me. So he would give me all his notes from classes, and my younger brother would tutor me in science. USC was great, but a very different experience from UCLA.

CC: You’re very gifted, both athletically and intelligently. How did that help you prepare for the Miss USA pageant?NM: I believe I’ve worked hard. If I want something, I will go for it. I’ve been blessed with that ambition. Also, pageants and sports are very similar. You have a goal, you work physically and mentally to achieve it…a lot of people focus on the physical, but 80 percent is mental, and I don’t think many girls focus on that. I think one of the reasons I won was because I was very mentally tough.

CC: What do you have on your agenda for the next few months?NM: …Your days as Miss USA are all planned. You get an email around 6 p.m. telling you what you’ll do the next day. You work 9-to-5, and then you have events at night and on the weekends. It’s more than a full-time job. You’re on 24/7. It’s quite tiring, but the upside is that you have an experience that no one else has.

CC: How often do you work out to stay fit, and what does your diet consist of?NM: I usually start my day off with a vegetable juice or fruits. Then I will have a light sandwich or yogurt. In New York City, dinners are very big and Italian. I really let myself enjoy New York City food, but I work out four-to-five times a week – usually hour-long workouts. I love doing yoga, cardio and runs around Central Park.

CC: What’s next for you?NM: Well I was born in South Africa but if I had been born here, I would have my sights on becoming president one day. I have med school as an option. I also have offers in entertainment that I might pursue or I might pursue something in politics. We’ll see.

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FASHION: FEATURE

In EvERy womAn’S CLoSET, there should be a go-to little black dress (LBD). This dress should be simple, form fitting and the savior of all outfit disasters. However, how many times can you wear that dress until you are called an outfit repeater? The answer isn’t how many times you wear it, but how many ways you wear the dress.

The great thing about a little black dress is that you can dress it up and dress it down regularly. What you wear to the office can easily be worn that same night to the club. The key to these changes combines layering, colored jackets and accessories. Here are five ways you can wear your LBD!

onE – PRofESSIonAL:You can wear your LBD to work or to an interview. However, you definitely need to wear it with a form-fitting blazer. This can be a short blazer or a longer one. If the time and place calls for it, you can wear a colored blazer or just stick with a simple neutral color like black or navy. You will need to cover up your legs with pantyhose or stockings to appear more professional. For shoes, you can never go wrong with a simple pair of flats, preferably black or gray. However, appropriate pumps and wedges give this professional look a bit of an edgy vibe.

Two – nIgHT ouT:Wear your LBD the next time you go out on the town! This

outfit can be worn to dinner, a club or a party. All you need is a bright leather jacket in a standout color. My favorite: red. You need to be confident to wear this color because all eyes are going to be on you. You can find colored leather jackets like these at stores such as Bebe, BCBG and Guess. The best shoes to wear with this outfit are basic black pumps. Feel free to wear different heels, however, do not let the heels distract attention away from the jacket and dress. To add a bit more edge to the look, accessorize with a short thick necklace and two other jewelry pieces of your choice.

THREE – CASuAL:You’ve dressed it up, now it’s time to take off the heels and dress it down. This casual LBD look can be worn to school, lunch or while shopping with your gals! First, pair it with a light cardigan like this floral ivory one with pink flowers. The floral and lighter colors ease the tone of the black dress, making it appear more casual. Next, wear a scarf that is light in both texture and color. Some colors you can go for are: light pink, lilac, baby blue and yellow. All of these will pop out against the black dress. Along with the scarf, accessorize with a headband to pull your hair back for a nice, natural hairdo. For shoes, pair your LBD with sparkly ballerina flats. With this look, you can carry your everyday, casual bag such as a cloth Louis Vuitton bag or something similar.

fouR – RETRo:You can make your LBD retro with this look. Layer a sheer black, polka dot shirt over your dress. The shirt’s color and sheerness blend in with your LBD, making it look like one full dress. You can stop there or add a thick black belt to highlight your curves. Take this look to the next level by adding a floppy sun hat. Since this outfit is mainly black, your bag should be a popping highlighter color, like a lime green Steve Madden purse. This look shouldn’t be too casual or too dressed up. Therefore, wear knee-high leather boots.

fIvE – EDgy:Last but not least, you can give your LBD some edge by pairing it with a rugged jacket. This jacket can be camouflage, studded or both. The jacket in the photo is camouflage on the body and leather on the arms, with stud detailing on the shoulders. The best shoes for this outfit are ankle black booties (Steve Madden) and knee-high black socks. Combined, these items give this outfit a “rocker” vibe – no one would want to mess with you when you have this on!

It’s amazing how a simple little black dress can turn into a good investment. You have a minimum of fives ways to wear this dress, but don’t be afraid to mix and match to create your own styles. Make the most out of your LBD by constantly reinventing it!

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MOTHER’S DAY

vAnILLA ISn’T SomETHIng you uSuALLy THInK of as the most important ingredient when baking, but the right vanilla makes all the difference.

“[Vanilla] blends the ingredients and adds a wonderful sweet touch. The University of Oregon has actually done studies that have shown that we have a special receptor in our brain for vanilla, so there’s no one that doesn’t like vanilla,” said Josephine Lochhead, president of Cook’s Vanilla.

Cook’s Vanilla, a vanilla manufacturer that has been around for almost 100 years, is a leading company in incredible vanilla.

I decided to put this to the test and use Cook’s Vanilla Extract while baking a cake. I baked it just as I usually would and added two spoons of the vanilla extract as instructed.

The outcome? A delicious and uniquely rich cake. I might just be a great baker (doubtful) or vanilla really does

make a difference. Cook’s Vanilla produced a hint of sweetness that really added to the texture of the cake. If you’re going to use vanilla, quality is recommended, and Cook’s makes quality vanilla from what I can taste.

Lochhead answered a few questions for us about Cook’s Vanilla and vanilla manufacturing in general.

Campus Circle: How did your vanilla business begin?Josephine Lochhead: My grandfather started his own vanilla company 96 years ago and then his son, my father, became a chemist and specialized in the flavoring and chemical aspects of it, which helped it grow. It’s been a family business ever since.

CC: What made you decide to keep it in the family?JL: The business is a member of the family. I grew up traveling with my dad and learning about it, and then I graduated with a degree in food science. My husband has a degree in dairy science, and then it just became natural that it continues as a family business.

CC: How has the company grown since it began?JL: In 1980, Cook, who was president of Dreyer at the time, came to us to manufacture a premium vanilla because he knew we were the best in vanilla. Then he passed away, and we bought the retail aspect of it. Retail is new to us and now we have new products that are geared toward the American consumer.

CC: What makes Cooks Vanilla unique?JL: We grow our own vanilla beans and control everything from the ground up. The secret to good vanilla is good beans. Most beans are picked before they are ripe because the farmers want to get paid sooner and in most countries where vanilla beans are grown, there is a theft problem. We do it ourselves. We have our own farms. We give the farmers a premium and only pick ripe vanilla beans. Our goal is to make the best vanilla. We also cure our beans in the sun over a three-month period and don’t use any pesticides or fertilizers.

CC: What does your vanilla taste like compared to the average vanilla?

JL: It’s sweeter, richer and has more depth. We don’t add any additives or sugars. Most sugarhouses make it from concentrate, but we don’t.

CC: How important is location in growing vanilla beans?JL: Well, it has to be grown in a tropical climate, and Madagascar has the best vanilla beans. But if you harvest the beans correctly, it doesn’t matter where they’re grown. A good bean is a good bean.

CC: What are your favorite Cook’s Vanilla products?JL: The puree vanilla extract is the best vanilla. There’s no sugar or additives added, and it’s made from the finest vanilla beans. Almond extract is probably the second favorite, and maple is also a really popular flavor. We also have the orange and lemon lime extracts, which stay fresh for years and are great.

CC: What’s your favorite recipe to use the vanilla in?JL: Cookies are where I use it the most and an old-fashioned white cake or crème brûlée. I literally go through a gallon a month.

CC: Do you have tips for using the vanilla?JL: Double up if you can! If it calls for one teaspoon, use two. A lot of the time while baking, we lose a little bit of that flavor so it’s good to add a little extra. When baking with hot items, it causes the vanilla to evaporate, so I recommend doubling the amount when baking.

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If your mother

loves to bake, this

might be the perfect

Mother’s Day gift!

BY NEHA SHAIDA

It’s recommended to double the amount of vanilla you use while baking because the heat from the oven causes the vanilla to evaporate.

Cook’s Vanilla has a list of recipes available on their website and on the back of the vanilla bottles. This one is a Vanilla Cake.

Neha Shaida


MOTHER’S DAY

EARTHyFor the cool mom with just a smidgen of Woodstock, Lucky Brand’s Irving & Fine Tote Bags turn it up a notch. Roomy and useful without sacrificing an ounce of chic, these purses will most definitely let your mama know you appreciate her.

A favorite of skin care professionals, Eminence’s line of pure, effective products turns up at many spas. The Sugar Plum Oil-Free Revitalizer will make a believer out of you.

CuTTIng EDgESet in Venice Beach, The Pink Hotel follows a 17-year-old to her estranged mother’s funeral and then into her mother’s past. Anna Stothard brings all of the longing and urgency of youth to bear in this intelligent coming-of-age novel.

Modern moms will love Bio-Scriptives Alo-Verix Advanced Healing & Anti-Aging Cream. Using up-to-the-minute technology, this “derma-release delivery system” helps transform skin.

Joining forces with the Pantone chip (found on those color wheel cards you find in paint stores), Sephora created the 2013 Color of the Year beauty collection. Featuring the “Emerald Collection,” the offerings include a terrific nail polish that works especially well on brunettes. It will make others green with envy.

gLAmoRouSOrganic cranberries, bio-active snail serum, seaweed and other powerful peptides make Michael Todd’s KNU Anti-Aging Face Lift reminiscent of a witches’ brew. The powerful results will make your mom ready for her close-up.

Pür Lip Gloss Sticks bring the bling without stickiness. The crayon-like applicator belies the high shine within and Beach Bum is the perfect soft pink.

If your mom watches Yolanda on “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” she knows the importance of the humble lemon. June Jacobs exploits the citrus fruits charms with her Fresh Squeezed Lemon Cleanser. The end result leaves your mom feeling squeaky-clean.

Speaking of “Real Housewives,” fans will love Andy Cohen’s chatty memoir, Most Talkative. Overflowing with juicy gossip from Bravo’s hit shows, this tale takes you behind the scenes, up close and personal.

TRADITIonALElegant yet simple, DayNa Decker’s line of candles cheer up a space. The gorgeous scents, like Botanika (black peppercorn, eucalyptus) and Flora (mimosa leaf, gardenia) create a moment of transcendence.

Flowery and elegant, Crabtree & Evelyn’s Somerset Meadow Collection prettifies any room. The green, wildflower scent of the body lotion prettifies skin as well.

A great product for everyone, Kate Somerville’s ExfoliKate takes the skin on the body as seriously as the skin on the face. The fruit enzymes fade discolorations and clarify skin, leaving behind a healthy glow.

Almost preppy but with a little bit of bling, Maddyloo’s Hair Ties are a great option for Mother’s Day. They easily hold ponytails in place while adding a little pizazz.

LuxEOne of the most highly regarded skincare brands, Dr. Hauschka makes products that work. The Rhythmic Night Conditioner, an intensive 28-day treatment, effortlessly renews a tired complexion.

Anyone can use drugstore chapstick, but Nuxe Paris’s Rêve de Miel Ultra-Nourishing Lip Balm will make your Mom feel like a star. This little pot of miracles transforms dry, chapped skin into something soft and supple.

I absolutely love By Terry’s Touche Veloutee Highlighting Concealer Brush. A favorite of make-up artists and celebrities, this creamy formula magically transforms dark under eye circles without looking heavy or artificial.

PRACTICALMake your Mom put her money where her mouth is with

Jan Marini Skin Research’s Marini Physical Protectant. This SPF 45 sunscreen will block harmful rays from aging the skin prematurely.

Neuma’s wondrous neuStyling Texturizer reduces frizz, adds shine and helps hold hair in place.

A good toner freshens the face and removes leftover traces of dirt and debris. Dr. Alkaitis’s Organic Herbal version gently cleans without the toxicity of harsh chemicals.

Marrying practicality with a touch of elegance, St. Ives’ Revitalizing Pear & Soy Body Wash spices up the daily shower. As an added bonus, the cleanser also moisturizes and is free of parabens.

PoLISHEDOMG, the cutest packaging graces Jane Scrivner’s Nourishing Cleanser. As if the white porcelain jar filigreed in gold isn’t enough, a fluffy white cotton mitt accompanies it. Gorge.

funIndie darling Lena Dunham’s stamp of approval made me pick up Everything is Perfect When You’re a Liar. Kelly Oxford’s writing made me stay for the entirety. Her witty turn of phrase, tailor-made for twitter, translates seamlessly into full-fledged prose.

With just the right amount of shine, OFRA “in the flesh” Eyeshadow ICE draws attention to the eyes without looking trashy. The easy to use squeezy applicator deposits the color flawlessly.

oRgAnICAnother healthy alternative to toxic treatments, Organic Mineral Peel Face exfoliates skin gently. This unique spray helps moisturize dry skin and will leave your mom glowing.

What could be better than strawberries? Indie Lee’s The Cleanser has found a way to use the fruit’s salicylic acid to exfoliate skin naturally while leaving behind the faint fruity scent.

MOTHER’S DAY BEAUTY & BOOK GIFT GUIDE BY ANGELA MATANOFind the perfect gift for your mom!

The eau de toilette and lotion from Crabtree & Evelyn Somerset Meadow will make your

mother’s room and skin smell amazing.

Lucky Brand’s Irving & Fine Tote Bags

are great for moms: they’re chic, stylish

and very roomy.

Sephora’s “Emerald Collection” includes this

color charged graphic lacquer in green.

Kate Sommerville’s ExfoliKate Body will give your mom’s skin a healthy glow.



fRIDAy, APRIL 26

TheatreAvenue QLos Angeles Valley College5800 Fulton Ave., Valley Glenbrownpapertickets.com/event/344512The only Tony Award-winning musical ever to proclaim, “It sucks to be us.” Singing puppets and their human neighbors tackle life’s most vexing issues—love, sex, money, race and how to tell your roommate he’s gay. The place is New York City, and the street is Avenue Q, the only address you can afford when you’re fresh out of college…or out of a job…or just trying to find your way in life.When Friday, April 26-Saturday, May 4Times Fridays & Saturdays @ 8 p.m.Prices $15, $12 w/ student ID

TheatreFela!Ahmanson Theatre135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angelescentertheatregroup.org/tickets/2013/FelaThe musical, produced by Shawn “Jay- Z” Carter, Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, and Stephen and Ruth Hendel, is filled with the exuberant music of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and is based on the life of the charismatic Kuti and highlighted by many of Kuti’s most captivating songs.When Friday, April 26-Sunday, May 5Times Tues.-Fri. @ 8 p.m., Saturdays @ 2 & 8 p.m., Sundays @ 1 & 6:30 p.m.Prices Tix start @ $30

ConcertsStagecoach Music FestivalEmpire Polo Club81-800 Avenue 51, Indiostagecoachfestival.comToby Keith, Lady Antebellum and the Zac Brown Band will headline with performances by Thompson Square, Dwight Yoakam, Dierks Bentley, Darius Rucker, Lonestar, Riders in the Sky, Justin Townes Earl and Hank Williams Jr., among many others.When Friday, April 26-Sunday, April 28

FestivalsUpland Lemon Festivaluplandlemonfestival.comThe festival features three food courts where, along with its regular food, vendors will compete to see who has the best use of lemons in their menu. There’s also the beer and wine garden, the Saturday night fireworks show, a carnival with rides and midway games, three stages with continuous live entertainment, an arts and crafts fair and, of course, the now-famous lemon pie eating contest. At 2nd Avenue and 9th Street.When Friday, April 26-Sunday, April 28Times Friday: 3-11 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Price Free

SATuRDAy, APRIL 27

ArtBrewery ArtWalkBrewery Art Association2100 N. Main Street Unit A10, Los Angelesbreweryartwalk.comThis twice-annual open studio weekend at the world’s largest art complex features more than 100 participating resident artists. See new works, discover new favorites, speak with the artists, and purchase artwork directly from the artists at studio prices.When Saturday, April 27-Sunday, April 28Times 11:00 a.m.- 6 p.m.Price Free

ParadesPasadena Doo Dah Paradepasadenadoodahparade.infoThis is for anyone who loves parades in Pasadena with a dash of added irreverence (and less-crazy crowds). The eccentric alter ego to the Tournament of Roses runs along Colorado Boulevard between Altadena and San Gabriel.When Saturday, April 27Time 11:00 a.m.Price Free

FashionVintage Fashion ExpoSanta Monica Civic Auditorium1855 Main Street, Santa Monicavintageexpo.comJoin your fellow fashionistas at the semi-yearly event featuring 85 dealers of vintage clothing and accessories.When Saturday, April 27-Sunday, April 28Times Saturday: 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Prices $2 off with coupon; $10 regular admission

SunDAy, APRIL 28

FilmBaz Luhrman Double FeatureArcLight Pasadena336 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadenaarclightcinemas.com/Movies/Arclight-PresentsSome fun facts about Romeo+Juliet and Moulin Rouge: Did you know that, like most of William Shakespeare’s work, the verse of “Romeo and Juliet” is written in iambic pentameter? Pete Postlethwaite, who plays Father Laurence, is the only actor in the movie who speaks using this meter. Also, Courtney Love has gone on record calling losing the role of Satine to Nicole Kidman one of the biggest disappointments of her career and made no secret of her resentment against Kidman.When Sunday, April 28Time 3:00 p.m.Price $14.75

wHAT’SHAPPEnIngAll the cool places to go and fun things to do. / / - / /

Return of the JediEgyptian Theatre6712 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angelesamericancinemathequecalendar.com

Jabba’s sail barge was filmed in Yuma,

Ariz. The film crew had problems

avoiding the 35,000 dune buggy

enthusiasts in the area. To preserve

secrecy, the producers claimed to

be making a horror film called Blue

Harvest, which is the name of the

“Family Guy” Star Wars parody.

When Saturday, May 4

Times 2, 6 & 10 p.m.

Prices $11, $9 w/ student ID

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FestivalsFiesta Broadwayfiestabroadway.laThe world’s largest Cinco de Mayo celebration is located in downtown L.A. on Broadway between Temple and 5th.When Sunday, April 28Times 11:00 a.m.-6 p.m.Price Free

monDAy, APRIL 29

ComedyBy the Way: Jeff Garlin in Conversation with Amy PoehlerLargo at the Coronet366 N. La Cienega, Los Angeleslargo-la.comThe comedian interviews the five-time Emmy nominee.When Monday, April 29Times 8:30 p.m.Prices $30

wEDnESDAy, mAy 1

ComedyAn Evening with David SedarisRoyce Hall @ UCLA340 Royce Drive, Los Angeles cap.ucla.eduYet, another evening of wit and witticisms from one of the world’s most savage humorists. David Sedaris never disappoints, from his early days recounting tales of working as a Macy’s elf on NPR’s “This American Life” to his latest book, Squirrel Meets Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary, a darkly sarcastic series of morality tales set in the animal kingdom. No two Sedaris appearances are alike. Every year the prolific writer reads from unpublished (and hilarious) works-in-progress and shares a book selection from another author he admires during his perpetually sold-out appearances. He’ll also sign autographs in the Royce Hall lobby until every insatiable fan has had their chance.When Wednesday, May 1Time 8:00 p.m.Prices Tix start @ $35

THuRSDAy, mAy 2

SportsNCAA Men’s Volleyball Final FourPauley Pavilionncaa.com/history/volleyball-menLast year, UC Irvine beat USC in the championship game. In the 43 years of the tournament, SoCal teams (including UCLA, Pepperdine, CSUN, Long Beach State and UC Santa Barbara) have dominated the tournament, winning the national title 32 times and being the runner-up 33 times.When Thursday, May 2 & Saturday, May 4Times Check website for timesPrices Check website for prices

fRIDAy, mAy 3

FoodOC TastefestOC Fair & Event Center88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesaoctastefest.comA two-day food and wine festival featuring some of Orange County’s finest and favorite restaurants and their diverse global cuisine with continuous live music on the “Tastefest Stage.”When Friday, May 3-Saturday, May 4Times Friday 5-11; Saturday 1-10Prices $20

SATuRDAy, mAy 4

Comic BooksFree Comic Book Dayfreecomicbookday.comThe first Saturday in May each year, participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away

comic books absolutely free to anyone who comes into their stores. Check with your local shop for their participation and rules.When Saturday, May 4

ComedyKathy GriffinDolby Theatre6801 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeleskathygriffin.netTwo-time Emmy winner, NY Times bestselling author, five-time Grammy nominee, Broadway darling, 2009’s GLAAD Vanguard recipient and 2011 Trevor Project Life Award honoree Kathy Griffin is a multi-faceted performer with rapid fire wit.When Saturday, May 4Times Check website for timesPrices Check website for prices

SportsLingerie FootballCitizens Business Bank Arena 4000 Ontario Center Pkwy., Ontariolflus.comWho knew that football could be so sexy? The Los Angeles Temptation takes on the Seattle Mist in true fantasy football.When Saturday, May 4, 2013Times Check website for timesPrices Check website for prices

ToursModern Skyline Walking TourPershing Square 532 South Olive, Los Angeleslac.laconservancy.orgOne of the Conservancy’s signature series of year-round walking tours, Modern Skyline highlights the skyscrapers, plazas and public art that define downtown’s Bunker Hill. Skilled volunteer docents share fascinating stories of the area’s transformation and show how the city center mixes the new with the old as it changes over time.When Saturday, May 4-Saturday, June 29Times 2:00 p.m.Prices $10

FestivalsOriginal Cinco de Mayocincodemayoenlosangeles.comLive music, food, costumes and more on Olvera Street in downtown L.A.When Saturday, May 4-Sunday, May 5Price Free

SunDAy, mAy 5

PartiesLucha VaVoom Presents: Cinco de MayanMayan Theater1038 S. Hill Street, Los Angelesluchavavoom.comArguably more rock than rock and more punk than punk, Lucha VaVoom has created a Los Angeles tradition: from the low-rider car parade escorting the performers as the crowd enters the iconic Mayan Theater, to the local luminaries they attract (Drew Carey, Jack Black and Fred Armisen), to burlesque (which was revived right here in Los Angeles), to Lucha Libre, where masked heroic wrestlers, in character-driven style, flip, fly and amaze. It all comes together to make one fun, surreal, glam-bam spectacle of raucous entertainment. You could say it’s a wrestling show for people that don’t like wrestling (and those that do).When Sunday, May 5Time Doors @ 7 p.m.Price $45

FestivalsMonrovia Cinco de Mayo Festivalmonrovia5demayo.orgLocated at Colorado and Myrtle avenues, the all-day celebration will transform the city streets into a street festival with educational and cultural exhibits, musical performances from Grammy-award winning entertainers and an array of

dance performances from popular Folklorico and Oaxacan dance troupes.When Sunday, May 5Time 12:00 p.m.Price Free

TuESDAy, mAy 7

SportsDodger T-Shirt GiveawayDodger Stadium1000 Elysian Park Ave., Los Angeleslosangeles.dodgers.mlb.comGet a free Dodger T-shirt when L.A. takes on Arizona.When Tuesday, May 7Time 7:10 p.m.Prices Tix start @ $10

ConcertsPrinceGrove of Anaheim2200 E. Katella Ave., Anaheimcitynationalgroveofanaheim.comHe’s won seven Grammys, a Golden Globe and an Academy Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the first year he was eligible and in that same year, Rolling Stone ranked Prince #28 on its list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.When Tuesday, May 7-Wednesday, May 8Times 8 & 11:30 p.m.

MAY 7 - MAY 12

RainThe Pantages6233 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angelesbroadwayla.org

They look like them, and they sound

just like them: “The next best thing

to seeing the Beatles,” raves the

Denver Post. From the early hits to

later classics, this adoring tribute will

take you back to a time when all you

needed was love and a little help from

your friends!

When Tuesday, May 7-Sunday, May 12

Times Tues.-Fri. @ 8 p.m., Saturday @

2 & 8 p.m., Sunday @ 1 & 6:30 p.m.

Prices Tix start @ $57

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Courtesy of Lucha Libre



GET YOUR GAME ON!


GAME ANSWERS

PLACES

Whether joining the celebrities at Runyon canyon, meeting the tourists at Griffith Park or enjoying the endless view of the ocean in Malibu, there is a hike for you!

Runyon CAnyonRunyon Canyon is one of the most popular hiking destinations. If you are looking for a good workout and some nice views, this hike is perfect for you. Pros:-Located in the Hollywood hills. With a view that makes you feel like you’re in paradise, it’s the perfect L.A. hike.-Celebrity watering hole. On any given day, there’s a good chance you’ll catch an A-lister on their workout.-Dogs are welcome off leash at the dog park. You almost feel left out if you don’t have a dog here.-Free street parking available; however, many reviews online have complained that street parking is hard to find (con).-30-60 minutes (1.5 miles). If you only have a small gap of free time away from school or work, this is great! The average time it takes to hike Runyon Canyon is roughly 45 minutes.Cons:-Closes at dusk. According to reviews on Yelp, you might get locked in the canyon and get a ticket for your car.-If you’re not in a workout mode, exercise enthusiasts might outnumber you. Look out for trainers, runners and hardcore athletes who take up most of the trail.-There’s a treacherous steep section. However, if you’re looking for a tough workout, this could be considered a pro. *To get to the trail: From Hollywood Boulevard, head north on North Fuller Avenue. Head across Franklin Avenue. The entrance to Runyon Canyon Park is at the top of Fuller.

gRIffITH PARKOnce you get to the top of Mount Hollywood Summit, there

is no way you won’t be satisfied with this hike after seeing sweeping views of L.A. Pros:-A view of pretty much everything Los Angeles has to offer – from the Griffith Observatory and L.A. skyline to the Hollywood Sign.-Dogs are welcome on leashes.-Open 5 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. (although the trails start closing at sunset).-Can park in the Griffith ObservatoryCons:-About one hour to 90 minutes (2.5-3 miles). Make sure you have a good amount of time for this hike.-Very dusty and rocky, especially during the summer.*To get to the trail: From the 101 in Los Angeles, take the N. Vermont exit and go straight until you reach the end of the road in Griffith Park.

mALIBu-CoRRAL CAnyonAs the only coastal canyon in Los Angeles County, Corral Canyon has the best of California: the mountains and the ocean. Pros:-A near-perfect view of the ocean throughout your hike.-Dogs are welcomed on leashes.Cons:-$5 to park in the lot at the trail-60-90 minutes-Closes at dusk-Occasional lizard (eek!)*To get to the trail: Drive west on Pacific Coast Highway, and pull into the parking lot on the north side of the highway before Corral Canyon Road.

ESConDIDo CAnyon/fALLS Accessed through a drive down Pacific Coast Highway towards Malibu, Escondido Canyon is extremely scenic. However, after the first waterfall, this hike can get a bit tough and dirty; be ready for a real hike. Pros:-The waterfall at the end of the hike! It’s so tranquil and beautiful – the perfect reward for a strenuous workout. Cons:-Prepare to get your feet wet (it’s muddy)-The hike is 4.2 miles, so be prepared-The trail is rough and not maintained depending on the season. (Best time to go is during the spring)*To get to the trail: Head northwest on PCH from Santa Monica. You’ll see the entrance of Escondido Canyon Park marked at the end of the pavement.

EATon CAnyon Eaton Canyon Falls Trail is located in Pasadena. The combination of its moderate trail and beauty make it a very popular and crowded trail. Pros:-Dogs welcome on leash-Waterfall in the canyon-Beautiful scenery throughout hikeCons:-Hard to find parking in the lot; however, street parking can be plentiful-A lot of rocks to step on and streams to walk through during the hike-Crowded on weekends*To get to the trail: Take the N. Altadena exit off the 210 Freeway in Pasadena. Head north on Altadena Drive. The Eaton Canyon Nature Area is a couple of miles up the road.

HIKIng In LoS AngELES: FIND THE BEST TRAIL FOR YOUIf you’re in the SoCal area, make sure you try some of the amazing hikes this region has to offer.

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gETTIng STARTEDSince everything for me begins with a book, I started my quest for physical fitness by reading. I know, oxymoron.

Jerry Schad’s Top Trails: Los Angeles: Must-Do Hikes For Everyone covers a lot of territory, from the Santa Monica Mountains to the Cleveland National Forest (never heard of that!) and the Angeles National Forest. It’s a great guide for finding nearby, accessible places to explore, as well as places further afield to encourage all-day adventures. With 57 trails to choose from and specific details regarding length and use (hike, run, bike), this book acts as a terrific inspirational tome.

Day Hikes in the Santa Monica Mountains, by Robert Stone, also conspires to get you out of the house by listing 138 incredible day hikes. The detailed accounts of waterfalls, historic sites and overlooks can turn your trail running into a mini-vacation if you want it to, and I definitely did - you never get to see stream-fed canyons inside of a gym.

wHAT To wEAR/BRIngTime to get kitted out. I figured, beyond nature’s call, some new duds might boost my desire to get off the couch. I have to say

the tennies looked a lot different than I had imagined (chunky, brown): Lighter, smaller options decorated like neon cupcakes, iced hot pink, electric blue and lime green.

The WO80 Minimus Multisport Hiking Shoe from New Balance seemed to have enough protection while still giving a shout out to the trendy, nearly barefoot option (seems risky for a beginner) – a walk on the wild side, if you will. They also sport loads of traction for slippery paths. The quite shocking pink laces provide a punch and, as my friend Aimee said, “They’ll have no trouble finding you if you fall off the road.” Comforting bonus?

I also got a Moving Comfort Jubralee sports bra in “ocean” for maximum support while jogging and some super lightweight, calf-length sweats from Old Navy in “berrylicious.” With my Pura, stainless steel, reusable water bottle in purple, I may have been trussed up like a rainbow, but I was extremely psyched to begin.

Oh, one more thing: music. A fully loaded MP3 player tends to make or break my resolve. The right playlist pushes you to go harder and faster. Apparently songs with 125-140 beats per minute (BPM) are optimal. Runningplaylist.net is a great source

for song ideas.

LoCATIonSWith all the mountains surrounding L.A., there are a lot of options for trail running. As a newbie, I prefer fire roads, which are generally wider, flatter and easier to navigate. As an added bonus, you have an easier time spotting rattlesnakes. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife sites April through October as the times “when snakes…are most active outdoors.” Don’t let these venomous creatures deter you, however; snakebites are relatively rare occurrences.

My favorite spot ended up being in the Santa Monica Mountains at Will Rogers State Historic Park. The Will Rogers Trail through Inspiration Point is a 2-mile loop with a relatively gentle (300-foot elevation gain) incline. The views of the entire city, as well as the ocean and mountains, keep me pushing forward, even when I don’t feel like it. The latter part of the road swerves through a shady edging of Eucalyptus that has a genteel, European feel to it. There is also the possibility of going even farther if you feel truly motivated, as the Backbone Trail (to Point Magu, Malibu) butts up against the park.

RunnIng In L.A.Get outside of the gym,

and explore trail running!

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Will Rogers State Historic Park is open daily, including holidays, from 8 a.m. to sunset.

EXPLORING LA: RUNNING

Los Angeles County Museum of ArTlacma.org

On view through June 30 |Members see it FREE!

Stanley Kubrick “...You almost feel as if you’re wandering the recesses of Kubrick’s mind.” —Campus Circle

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