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Daniel Shapiro concert an ‘enjoyable success’

The pianist performed a variety of classical music Tuesday night.

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San Francisco’s Forrest Day rocks the Prospector

The band showed off a mix of genres and catchy songs Tuesday night.

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‘Dollhouses’ show cultural identities, misconceptions

The gallery displays two-dimentional dollhouses by student artist Ji Sun Park.

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‘Static Noise’ brings new energy to UAM

Music lovers can currently get a taste of nostalgia in the University Art Museum. New York photographer Rhona Bitner presents "Static Noise," and a preview of her latest project, "Listen." Bitner's photos showcase abandoned venues and empty recording studios known for their mark in American music history.

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Parents show immaturity in ‘God of Carnage’

The play twists parental stereotypes with childlike antics.

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‘The Grey’ thrills, shows realistic situations

The film has great special effects and plays with emotions.

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Performance plays in 'Split Moment'

A collection of installation pieces, entitled "Split Moment," is currently hosted at the University Art Museum. As one of three new exhibits at the UAM, "Split Moment" suggests that performance is an experience through many modes of mediation, fractured and delayed, that make the idea of complete presence almost impossible.

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ICT brings Broadway hit, film inspiration to Long Beach

"God of Carnage" will open at ICT this weekend.

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‘Poppy,’ ‘eclectic’ Long Beach band balances school, music

Several Cal State Long Beach students make up the local band, SQUAREFISH.

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Food face-off: In-N-Out vs. Five Guys

Since Five Guys set up shop down the street from In-N-Out on Pacific Coast Highway, the Daily 49er decided it was high time to see if the East Coast burger joint could really hold a candle to California's beloved In-N-Out. Check out the nutritional facts and prices, and decide for yourself.

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The arts of directing, acting take the stage

"Orson's Shadow" portrays Orson Orson' struggle to produce another hit after "Citizen Kane."

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Healthy, easy pasta-based recipes for students

After you move out and leave for college, you begin to appreciate all the things your parents did for you that you now have to do for yourself, especially cooking. Never fear, if you can boil water, you can make all three of these delicious noodle-based dishes.

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Variety of arts mix together at Carpenter Center

Theatre, cabaret, animal performances and more are on the bill this season at the Carpenter Center.

Ska Luau a paradise for ska fans

Upon entering the House of Blues, fans were "lei-ed" to welcome them to Starpool's 2nd Annual Ska Luau. Fans were dressed in their best Hawaiian shirts, staying true to the theme of the night despite the chilly weather. A sign that read "Welcome to our luau" decorated the stage, along with tiki lights that helped set the ambiance for the night.

Streetlight Manifesto and Reel Big Fish ‘Take On’ the Fox

The ska bands performed to a nearly sold-out crowd on Thursday.

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Show your love with homemade gifts

A gift for your friends and family doesn't have to be expensive. For some, homemade gifts are the best kind to receive. And they likely won't hurt your bank account.

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Twists to a traditional, favorite holiday beverage

Eggnog is like Christmas in a cup. It combines all the best elements of the season — it's indulgent, comforting and only in stores for a limited time. It can also be prepared in different ways, including these twists that we've offered here.   Healthy Eggnog Shake By: Ryah Cooley   Ingredients: 6 Eggs, Separated ½ Cup Sugar 3 Cups Skim Milk 3 Teaspoons Vanilla 1-Tablespoon Brandy ½ Teaspoon Nutmeg Cinnamon, for garnish 1) Separate egg whites from yolks and place in separate bowls.

Get dialed into finals with apps

A variety of apps are suggested to help students get through finals.

Deck your dorm for the holidays

Decorations, like centerpieces and Christmas trees, can spice up a dorm or apartment.

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‘Young Adult’ film dark, ‘uncomfortably awkward’

The film is enjoyable but not suitable for all viewers.

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CSULB artists prove good ‘Under Pressure’

Printmaking students and faculty combine for the holiday art sale.

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Christmas Fest shows Filipino culture at CSULB

The festival included cultural food and a performance by PAC Modern.

Student charity event showcases CSULB talent

‘Tis' the Season for Talent' featured several student musicians, who raised money for a scholarship.

First Fridays event brings holiday cheer

The monthly event had a variety of musicians and gifts.

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Cal Rep production ‘bombs’

"Louis Slotin Sonata" is too complex and boring at times.

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Local thrift shops offer winter wonderwears on a college student budget

Thick knits, velvet blazers and oversized coats are just some of the popular trends seen this winter. Detailed coats and textiles with finished trims are also must-have items.

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Art gallery ‘Toteally Awesome,’ eco-friendly

The gallery features more than 30 handprinted totebags.

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Silent film ‘The Artist’ speaks loud without sound

The French-made film is entertaining despite few spoken words and flashy effects.

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Latest ‘Muppets’ movie a joy for new, older fans

The film is funny and nostalgic without having to try too hard.

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Metales M5 travels the world through music

The Mexican brass quintet added humor to their musical performance.

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Steve Aoki spins up an electronic music food fight in Anaheim

Steve Aoki threw various foods into the crowd while playing his hits on Saturday.

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‘Breaking Dawn’ film ‘suspenseful,’ ‘intriguing’

The film has noteworthy special effects and an engaging plot.

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‘MOMIX: Botanica’ appeals to fantasy, imagination

The show included dancers, projections, puppets and more.

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The Dirty Heads blaze up The Grove of Anaheim

The Huntington Beach reggae-punk group performed new and old songs on Saturday at The Grove.

Art, music combine to support graphic design students

The "Opposites Attract" event aimed to raise money for an upcoming design show.

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Faculty dance show honors former CSULB dance professor

The concert included abstract dances and choreography by CSULB dance faculty.

‘Opposites Attract’ at benefit concert

CSULB graphic design students will host an event on Friday that combines art and music.

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‘Spice’ up your Thanksgiving breakfast

Pumpkin spice muffins are an easy way to satisfy palettes before those big Thanksgiving meals.

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Artist immerses viewers into scented pathway

Lindsey Pfeiler showcases a bugambilia tunnel in the Merlino gallery this week.

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Slideshow: Jack's Mannequin at the Fox Theater in Pomona

The Orange County pop-rock group ended their "People and Things" tour at the Fox Theater in Pomona on Saturday. Supporting acts included Scars on 45 and Lady Danville.

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Alum’s celebrity-centered play doesn’t ‘Crumble’

‘Crumble (Lay Me Down, Justin Timberlake)' parallels reality with fantasy.

Far From Fate plays for fans

Despite conflicting circumstances, two of the members performed an acoustic set at the Blue Café on Saturday.

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Childish Gambino proves music, acting superstardom

The rapper/musician played to a packed crowd on Saturday.

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Student offers a ‘different side to metal art’

Meggan Zenteno's exhibit showcases metal pieces and mannequins.

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Production plays with celebrities, personification

‘Crumble (Lay Me Down, Justin Timberlake)' opens this weekend.

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Kogi trucks offer a taste of food truck culture

The traveling truck stops in Signal Hill on Wednesday nights.

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'Hairspray' holds together humor, dreams successfully

The '60s-era musical is entertaining and sends a positive message.

First Fridays patrons brave the rain for art

The monthly event was not crowded, but was still a fun night out.

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University Players exhibit drama, politics in play

‘Execution of Justice' shows a true trial from '70s San Francisco.

‘Harold and Kumar’ return with success

The latest film in the series is humorous and enjoyable.

First Fridays event to include music, food, art

The monthly event will celebrate its fifth anniversary this Friday.

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‘Office’ star’s book humorous, insightful

Mindy Kaling's book offers insight to her life and the TV world.

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Artist’s work ‘stunning,’ ‘emotional’

Connie DK Lane's pieces are natural-looking, and made of various materials.

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‘Rum Diary’ film a drunken, good insight to life

The film shows different paths of life and "fantastic" acting by Johnny Depp.

Long Beach Comic Con rises, falls

The convention started off on a high note on Saturday but was not as popular on Sunday.

Kevin Smith talks ‘Red State’ film

The director screened his latest film at the Art Theatre on Wednesday.

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Undead gather for ‘Thrills’ in Downtown Long Beach

The Zombie Walk included a variety of zombies and activities.

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Starpool spooks up ‘Skalloween’ show

The concert included a lot of dancing and Halloween costumes.

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Long Beach Zombie Walk to include undead, art, music

The event aims to break the world record for world's largest zombie walk.

Misfits sound retouched, yet still familiar

While the punk band's new album is more modern, it is still similar to their old sound.

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‘Paranormal Activity 3’ a ‘headache at best’

The film is perplexing and takes too long to get to the action.

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Artist plays with ideas of reality in student galleries

Maximillian Piras' gallery includes a series of paintings that represent reality.

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‘Puss in Boots’ hilarious, stands alone in ‘Shrek’ franchise

The film includes an enjoyable storyline and humor for all ages.

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Students show superb acting in production

The actors in "Almost, Maine" played several characters each, showcasing immense talent.

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Social Distortion revs up the O.C.

The Orange County punk band played an hour-long set for a packed crowd Saturday night.

Be in the scene this Halloween

From superheroes to celebrities, this list provides costume trends to help you look your best on Halloween.

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CSULB artist offers a ‘new perspective on death’

Lisa Talbot's interactive piece brings visitors into an MRI-like tunnel.

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Bluegrass, sex, square dancing in ICT musical

"The Robber Bridegroom" is a hilarious and sexy musical.

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The grossest ‘Thing’ you’ve ever seen

Disturbing creature effects make "The Thing" stand out among today's horror films.

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Ballet show combines Shakespeare, Radiohead

"Radio and Juliet" included classic ballet moves, as well as a twist to "Romeo and Juliet."

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Dance department shows variety, slips between ‘Here and There’

Religion, children's stories and more were shown through dance.

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Slideshow: Bullet For My Valentine shred at the Grove

The Welsh Metal band performed their final U.S. show on Oct. 11 at the City National Grove of Anaheim before heading back to Wales to record a new album.

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Student’s ceramics gallery shows ‘artistic liberation’

Brittany Mojo's pieces exemplify why ceramics still remain relevant today.

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Pepper spices up Anaheim

The reggae group performed a collection of songs for their final night of tour.

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Dog days in the student art galleries

The student art galleries feature an exhibit of dog photos.

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Dark Harbor event brings scares to Long Beach

The annual event includes five terrifying mazes.

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‘Real Steel’ film real lame

The film is cliché and many of its plot points are unexplained.

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Drag, love in University Players’ performance

Shakespeare's "As You Like It" is updated with modern elements in this adaptation.

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Gosling, Clooney succeed in political film ‘Ides of March’

The movie has great performances and a captivating storyline.

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Gallery shows designers’ works

Charles and Ray Earnes' pieces are on display at LACMA.

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Bixby Knolls First Fridays event ‘Raises Spirits’

The monthly event featured live music and art, as well as a Halloween theme.

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Retailer offers artists business potential

Hapa Collective features works by local artists.

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A capella show uplifts, falls flat

Sweet Honey in the Rock sang catchy songs, but at times they sounded too similar to each other.

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Student’s ‘Willow Tree’ sculpture examines life

Gabriela Perozo's ceramic piece takes up a majority of the Gatov gallery.

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Midnight Insanity: 'Give yourself over to absolute pleasure'

"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" group will perform weekly shows at the Art Theatre.

Slideshow: Rockin' 'Up All Night' with Blink-182

Blink-182, along with supporters My Chemical Romance and Matt & Kim, performed to a sold-out crowd at the Honda Center in Anaheim on Saturday.

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‘50/50’ film beats the odds

Even though the film deal with a sensitive subject, it is still enjoyable.

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Music students show eclectic talent in Beach Café show

The Beach Café show included vocal and instrumental performances.

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Long Beach artist talks trials, triumphs

Colin Best describes the experiences of The Academy of Chess and Checkers.

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‘Halloween Horror Nights’ thrilling, chilling

The event offers a wide variety of attractions, from haunting mazes to comical shows.

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Retailer offers vintage finds at affordable prices

Fancy Disaster in Long Beach and on Etsy.com sells clothes, accessories and more.

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Artist visits ‘mythical location’ through pieces

Christian Ward explores "Ocean Camp" in his exhibit.

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‘Dream-like’ art in galleries

Art by Jacqueline Gutierrez exemplify her passion.

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Identity, history explode in Cal Rep production

"The Love Song of J. Robert Oppenheimer" explores the psyche of the creator of the atomic bomb.

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Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill score big in ‘Moneyball’

The film gives a fascinating glimpse at the economics of baseball.

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‘Unravel Your Mind’ event entertains, supports the arts

The event raised $750 for the Los Alamitos High School art program.

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Broadway star shines at Carpenter Center

A dramatic voice bounces off the walls and projects its passion upon the audience. The cabaret area intimately fits 250 sold-out seats, filled with audience members with tears in their eyes and their significant other in their arms. The fixed attention surrounds a stage that bares an affluent standup bass, drum set, piano and the voice of Davis Gaines.

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Facebook updates downgrade

Facebook's latest changes are random and unnecessary.

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Cal Rep Play explores tragedy, atomic bomb

"The Love Song of J. Robert Oppenheimer" combines science, experimentation and reality.

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LB store offers vintage finds at affordable prices

Ay Que sells vintage pieces for under $30.

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‘Unravel Your Mind’ with art, music for charity

The event will raise money for the Los Alamitos High School art program.

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Long Beach Reggae musician ‘Means’ business

Doug Means balances music with fatherhood and school.

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‘Drive’ shines, blasts back to ’80s

The film is violent and has a retro vibe.

The Bolts electrify, strike Hollywood

The pop-rock group performed songs from their upcoming album.

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Frisky Uncle Nutrition plays for charity, fun

The 15-member group played songs to raise money for the Operation Legacy.

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UAM posters motivate, promote ‘Peace’

The "Peace Press" exhibit shows more than 100 posters.

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Chow down without gaining the pounds

Chances are, full-time students have a little too much on their plates to think about what's actually on their plates come lunchtime. There are a lot of eateries to with healthy options to choose from at Cal State Long Beach.

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