Arts and Culture

We share insight on events and issues within arts and culture at UCSD. This includes, but is not limited to, student-run productions, art galleries, shows, and lectures. We seek to cultivate excitement and awareness of humanities-related events within this STEM-focused school.

A Knock, A Joke, A Tale Retold: Lily Hoàng’s Bold Reimagination of FairytalesA Knock, A Joke, A Tale Retold: Lily Hoàng’s Bold Reimagination of Fairytales

A Knock, A Joke, A Tale Retold: Lily Hoàng’s Bold Reimagination of Fairytales

Fairytales are no longer for the young but maybe for the young at heart. Associate Professor of Literature, Creative Writing,…

1 month ago

Amidst Worry About Diversity Protections, Revelle Hosts Cup of Culture Event

On November 6, 2024, the day following Election Day, Revelle College celebrated their Cup of Culture event at Revelle Courtyard.…

1 month ago
GNX: A Homage and Revival of the Rap GenreGNX: A Homage and Revival of the Rap Genre

GNX: A Homage and Revival of the Rap Genre

Two years since the release of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, Kendrick Lamar has released his sixth studio album,…

4 months ago
The Triton Photographs Snowstrippers at House of Blues – Voodoo RoomThe Triton Photographs Snowstrippers at House of Blues – Voodoo Room

The Triton Photographs Snowstrippers at House of Blues – Voodoo Room

Electronic duo Snowstrippers came to San Diego’s House of Blues on May 9. The Triton photographed the duo at their…

11 months ago
Hurray for the Riff Raff Bring Intimate Energy to House of BluesHurray for the Riff Raff Bring Intimate Energy to House of Blues

Hurray for the Riff Raff Bring Intimate Energy to House of Blues

On April 4, 2024, I attended Hurray for the Riff Raff’s show in the Voodoo Room at House of Blues.…

12 months ago
A Tense Harmony: Reviewing Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s “Evil Does Not Exist”A Tense Harmony: Reviewing Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s “Evil Does Not Exist”

A Tense Harmony: Reviewing Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s “Evil Does Not Exist”

Evil Does Not Exist, the latest film by critically acclaimed Japanese director Ryusuke Hamaguchi, premiered at the Venice Film Festival…

12 months ago
Alan Palomo’s “World of Hassle” Album ReviewAlan Palomo’s “World of Hassle” Album Review

Alan Palomo’s “World of Hassle” Album Review

The theme of the tragically aged partier is a classic one in American pop culture, from Jimmy Buffet’s “Margaritaville,” and…

12 months ago
Two Triton Critics Review Horizon 2024Two Triton Critics Review Horizon 2024

Two Triton Critics Review Horizon 2024

UC San Diego’s Associated Students Office of Concerts and Events (ASCE) kicked off 2024 with Horizon, a two-day concert experience…

1 year ago
The Triton’s Winter Favorites 2024The Triton’s Winter Favorites 2024

The Triton’s Winter Favorites 2024

We’re over two months into 2024. It’s rainy. It’s cold. And as we anticipate whatever new music, movies, books, and…

1 year ago
Have You Bean to Bird Rock Coffee Roasters?Have You Bean to Bird Rock Coffee Roasters?

Have You Bean to Bird Rock Coffee Roasters?

For students looking to discover a unique coffee blend or to get their caffeine fix on campus, Bird Rock Coffee…

1 year ago