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Neil Heaton plays the piano, Andrew Maloney plays the saxophone, Jacob Swedlow plays the drum, Thomas Molina plays the trumpet and Tyler Miles plays the bass. The band, Preview Only, performs their original music for students and faculty for an hour on Nov. 27 in the Recital Hall.

Local band chooses campus for a rare appearance

Alexa Luna, Staff Writer
December 18, 2024
Theater students perform "Exit" by Anthony D'Juan as the last act of the performance on Dec. 7 at the Black Box Theater. “Exit” was one of 13 pieces performed in “Shortage: An Anthology” that ran from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7.

‘Shortage: An Anthology’ allows first time writers to have their work performed

Melina DeBolt, Staff Writer
December 18, 2024
Omari Tau conducts the combined choirs on Dec. 3 in room M300 for a half-hour dress rehearsal. Both choirs practiced for the last time before their main and last performance on Dec. 5 before winter recess.

Combined choirs perform rehearsal before season finale

Colbey Parker, Staff Writer
December 15, 2024
“Gladiator II” released in theaters on Nov. 22 to mixed reviews from critics but mostly positive audience scores. The film has grossed over $320 million in its 12 days since release.

“Gladiator II”: Why some films don’t need a sequel

Zachary Styant-Browne, News Editor
December 4, 2024
Students and community members work on their figure drawing skills with a live nude model on Nov. 20 in room A602. The event, hosted by the Art Department, lasted for two hours and another session will be offered on Dec. 4.

Campus hosts live model drawing events

Nadia Balderas, Staff Writer
December 2, 2024
“We Live In Time,” released in theaters on Oct. 18, starring Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield. The film explores grief and love throughout a couple’s decade-long relationship.

‘We Live In Time’ provides a rushed view of love and grief

Avani Kumar, Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
Isaac Dew-Hiersoux, a 23-year-old history major, shares his poem "Renaissance" on the open mic during Pies and Poetry in the Reading and Writing Center on Oct. 23, located in the Learning Resource Center in room 203. Pies and Poetry gives faculty the opportunity to present their poetry with limited open mic performances from students.

Pies and Poetry celebrates Sacramento’s first poetry week

Melina DeBolt, Staff Writer
October 30, 2024
Jennifer King's "A Seat at the Table" piece lays in a pile under the exhibition title, containing deconstructed chairs. The exhibition will be open until Nov. 17 in Cosumnes River College’s Art Gallery.

Art exhibition tells story of displacement and self-discovery

Valencia Luviano, Editor in Chief
October 23, 2024
“Look Back” released in theaters in the United States on Oct. 4. The film, originally released in Japan on June 28, follows two girls and their dreams to become manga artists.

‘Look Back’ offers heartfelt tribute to manga artists

Valencia Luviano, Editor in Chief
October 21, 2024
“Play It Straight” cast members Elfie Marcewicz, left, Summer Phemister, middle, and Salem Benner rehearse in the Black Box Theater on Oct. 15. The play discusses queer student rights through a spin on the story of “Romeo and Juliet.”

‘Play It Straight’ spins traditional theater in a modern way

Simon Her, Staff Writer
October 13, 2024
Omari Tau, a professor of vocal music, conducts the Contemporary Gospel Choir while accompanying them on piano in the Arts, Media and Entertainment Quad on Thursday. The choir performed pieces from their upcoming recitals on Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. as part of the CRC Music Student Spotlight event.

Contemporary gospel choir teases recital through preview

Avani Kumar, Staff Writer
October 12, 2024
The cast of “Urinetown” rehearses in preparation for the first showing on Nov. 8. The musical is directed by Ryan Perez Adame, originally written by Greg Kotis.

Rehearsals underway for musical production of ‘Urinetown’

Simon Her, Staff Writer
October 11, 2024
“The Wild Robot” released in theaters on Thursday, directed by Chris Sanders and produced by DreamWorks Animation studio. The film follows Roz, a stranded robot on a remote island who has the task of raising a gosling.

‘The Wild Robot’ delivers heartfelt exploration of motherhood

Valencia Luviano, Editor in Chief
September 30, 2024
The documentary “Am I Racist,” tackling issues with race in America premiered in theaters on Sept. 13. The film was produced by Matt Walsh, a political commentator from The Daily Wire, and directed by the director of “What Is a Woman?,” Justin Folk.

‘Am I Racist’ documentary challenges diversity, equity, inclusion initiatives

Seth Henderson, Social Media Editor
September 25, 2024
The Los Rios District Faculty Exhibition showcases the work of professors from all four community colleges, including paintings, photography, a mural and more. The exhibition continues until Oct.3.

Campus hosts art exhibition showcasing Los Rios faculty work

Nadia Balderas, Staff Writer
September 17, 2024
The Arts, Media and Entertainment Department held an open house on Sept. 5 showcasing the different courses Cosumnes River College provides. Photography, art, journalism, film, television production courses and more are offered at CRC.

Open house showcases Arts, Media and Entertainment department

Melina DeBolt, Staff Writer
September 11, 2024
Tom Brady, former quarterback for the New England Patriots, gets roasted live on Netflix at the Kia Forum on May 5. The three-hour long special was featured live on Netflix, hosted by actor and comedian Kevin Hart.

Offensive or Hilarious? Why the roast of Tom Brady was comedy gold

Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief
May 15, 2024
Students participate in the "Drop a Pen" creative writing workshop, hosted by 916 Ink, a Sacramento non-profit committed to empowering youth through literature. Sacramento Poet Laureate Andru Defeye, the official poet of Sacramento (right), stands and talks to students about the project.

Nonprofit hosts storytelling workshop, offers chance to be published

Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief
May 1, 2024
Twenty-year-old business and art major James Louie bases all three of his art pieces for the juried exhibition on a prehistoric theme, focusing on recreating dinosaurs in a scientifically accurate way. The exhibition is running from April 18 through May 9 in the art gallery at Cosumnes River College, 12-4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, according to their website.

Annual student art exhibition has opening ceremony

Zachary Styant-Browne, Staff Writer
April 28, 2024
The cast of “Assassins” rehearses two days before opening night. “Assassins” is playing from April 24-28 in the Black Box Theatre.

‘Assassins’ musical offers comedic take on presidential history

Valencia Luviano, News Editor
April 24, 2024
Bad Bunny comes to Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center for his “Most Wanted” tour. The crowd waits in anticipation for the gates to open at 7 p.m.

Bad Bunny’s ‘Most Wanted’ tour features a horse and exclusive guest Feid

Valencia Luviano, News Editor
March 18, 2024
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