Living Echoes: When Experience Becomes Art
Behind the mycelium sculptures and embroidered textiles of Living Echoes lie stories of loss, identity and renewal.
Street Culture Is Celebrated at ComplexCon 2026
ComplexCon celebrated its 10-year anniversary with streetwear and hip-hop culture.
Bleeding past form: Choreographer Josie Walsh explores contemporary ballet at SMC
Part of SMC’s Dance Department’s “Masters of Dance” series, the workshop encouraged dancers to allow movement to flow beyond the form.
SMC hosts Lucha Libre for Latine Heritage Month
The Student Equity Center brought Lucha Goth Haus to campus for two wrestling matches, face painting and traditional Mexican food.
Talking too much - Jade Chang
In this episode of Talking Too Much, Vicki sits down with bestselling author Jade Chang to discuss her latest novel, What a Time to Be Alive
SMC Student Premieres ‘Hit T.V Series’ Rob
Student Andrew Sanchez turns a five-minute classwork assignment into a three-episode TV series.
Global Motion Dance
The Global Motion Dance performance took place at the Eli & Edythe Broad Stage.
To the Beat of the Rhythm of the Day
Santa Monica College percussion ensemble performed a variety of styles during a Friday afternoon performance.
A madman resurrects inside the LA Church
Fourth months after his public execution, deathmatch wrestler Phil Insane returned to the ring.
At BroadStage, Synapse rehearsal reflects on growth and return
On April 29, Synapse Contemporary Dance Theater dress rehearsed for their spring performances at BroadStage.
Mother’s Day Glass Sale takes over Pico Farmers Market, Courtesy of SMC Art Department
Shoppers at the Pico Farmers Market stopped to view handmade glasswork by SMC glass artists ahead of Mother’s Day.
LA Times Festival of Books Returns
Panels, Signings and Food Trucks Draw a Huge Crowd to USC for the 31st Annual Literary Celebration
Carl Allen Bangs Out a Groovin’ Set at SMC
Jazz drummer Carl Allen played at the Performing Arts Center as a part of the SMC Music Department’s Friday Night Jazz Series.
Behind the Scenes of SMC’s Hamletta & 12th Bro
This past weekend, April 11th and 12th was Santa Monica's Theater Of Arts production of the plays Hamletta and 12th Bro which is a unique take on the classic William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” and “Twelfth Night.”
The Manic Hilarity of “Noises Off”
The SMC Theater department’s run of Michael Frayn’s Noises Off was met with accolades and laughter
New Designers take on Melrose Fashion Week
The Melrose Fashion Week celebrates local sustainable fashion for everyone to enjoy.
Does Art Still Matter? The Other Art Fair 2026
The four-day exhibit featured over 100 independent artists who sought to connect with collectors and celebrate their achievements at a time when AI-generated artwork is being sold for an unprecedented amount of money.
Bob Reynolds takes Performing Arts Center Stage
Grammy-winning jazz saxophonist Bob Reynolds made a notable performance with his quartet at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center on March 6.
Frieze Art Fair at Santa Monica
Many international artists and galleries came together at the Santa Monica Airport on Feb. 26 for Frieze Los Angeles, a three-day art fair.
Avi Avital and Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Juxtapose Tradition and Modern Energy at BroadStage
Grammy-nominated mandolinist Avi Avital and premier historically informed ensemble Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale spanned centuries with their spring concert at BroadStage.