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Jeff Daniels waves farewell to the Big Room audience. Photo credit: Erin Vierra

Jeff Daniels surprises Chico with his musical talent

Erin Vierra
November 16, 2015
Jeff Daniels, along with his son's band, The Ben Daniels Band, performed at the Sierra Nevada Big Room on Sunday night.

Review: Every story matters in ‘Bridge of Spies’

Erin Vierra
October 25, 2015
History comes alive in Steven Spielberg's new Cold War thriller, "Bridge of Spies," and it doesn't disappoint.

Julie Fowlis: The jewel of Gaelic music

Erin Vierra
October 21, 2015
Laxson Auditorium will host the sounds of Scotland on Oct. 25 featuring Julie Fowlis.
The Pageant Theatre, located at 315 E. 6th St., will feature films including "The Exorcist" and "Goodnight Mommy" beginning this weekend. Photo credit: George Johnston

The Pageant’s latest to enlighten, scare audiences

Erin Vierra
October 9, 2015
Check out what's coming at the Pageant this week.
The Milk Carton Kids will be coming to Laxson Auditorium Sunday, Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m. Image credit: Brendan Pattengale from the official site. Photo courtesy of Brendan Pattengale.

The Milk Carton Kids coming to Chico

Erin Vierra
October 4, 2015
The Grammy-nominated folk duo that redefined the genre will be performing at Chico State tonight.
Check out the new season of "American Horror Story" on Wednesday, Oct. 7. Photo courtesy of FX.

‘American Horror Story’ checks back in with ‘Hotel’

Erin Vierra
October 2, 2015
It's about time for "American Horror Story" to come back into our lives with the new season, "Hotel."

“Everest” Will Leave You Breathless

Erin Vierra
September 26, 2015
Two expedition teams find out with tragic consequences that nature will always fight back in "Everest."
Photo courtesy of The Pageant Theatre

‘Boogie Nights’ revives the ’70s at The Pageant

Erin Vierra
September 23, 2015
The midnight screening of the '90s hit, "Boogie Nights," gave audiences a shared experience at The Pageant Theatre.
Michael Ealy stalks Sanaa Lehane after she breaks up with him in "The Perfect Guy." Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures. Photo credit: Sony Pictures

There’s no such thing as ‘The Perfect Guy’

Erin Vierra
September 14, 2015
"The Perfect Guy" delivers nothing new to the erotic thriller genre.
Robert Redford and Nick Nolte are childhood friends who come together to hike the Appalachian Trail in "A Walk In the Woods." Photo courtesy of Broad Green Pictures.

Take “A Walk in the Woods”

Erin Vierra
September 8, 2015
Two acting veterans take a humorous path along the Appalachian Trail in "A Walk In The Woods."
Owen Wilson and Lake Bell try desperately to bring their family to safety from a foreign rebellion in No Escape. Photo courtesy of IMDB.

‘No Escape’ review

Erin Vierra
August 30, 2015
Once you've sat down to watch this pulse-pounding thriller, there is no escape— not for the bathroom, not for popcorn and definitely not for overpriced sweets.
Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg are a couple trying to stay alive in "American Ultra."

“American Ultra”: A classic stoner comedy with a twist

Erin Vierra
August 24, 2015
When it comes to summer movies, "American Ultra" is entertaining but Kristen Stewart's acting skills practically ruin the whole thing.
Sofia Vergara and Reese Witherspoon play a mismatched pair on the run in "Hot Pursuit." Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures

‘Hot Pursuit’ crashes and burns

Erin Vierra
May 12, 2015
As female-driven comedies go, the movie doesn't live up to its predecessors, even with two talented stars as its leads.
Lyme Aid concert comes to 1078 Gallery

Lyme Aid concert comes to 1078 Gallery

Erin Vierra
May 10, 2015
The second annual concert dedicated to raising awareness about Lyme disease comes to downtown Chico on Saturday.
Courtesy of Marvel Studios

Marvel fans unite for ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’

Erin Vierra
May 3, 2015
The big sequel to 2012's "The Avengers" kicks off the summer movie season, and it's both a hit and a miss.
Courtesy of 1078 Gallery

Dance your way to ‘This Is Thriller’ auditions

Erin Vierra
April 28, 2015
The 1078 Gallery will be holding tryouts Wednesday and Thursday for the musical presented by Uncle Dad's Art Collective.
Sisterhoods, the readers' choice Cammies winner for best indie/experimental, performs at The Maltese Bar and Taproom. Photo credit: Trevor Ryan

Cammies wraps up with awards finale

Erin Vierra
April 21, 2015
The 2015 Chico Area Music Awards came to a close on Saturday with an all-day event filled with live music and food and the announcement of the winners.
Lips of Renegade jam it out to fans on Saturday at Monstros Pizza during the 2015 Cammies Punk Showcase. Photo credit: Erin Vierra

Cammies: Punk Showcase

Erin Vierra
April 16, 2015
Chico's punk scene took center stage on Saturday at Monstros Pizza, where 24 bands brought high energy to a packed crowd.
Photo credit: Caio Calado

Cammies: Country/Folk Showcase

Erin Vierra
April 14, 2015
Folk and country music took the stage at LaSalles on Thursday for the start of the 2015 Chico Area Music Awards.
Academy Award nominee Rinko Kikuchi stars in "Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter," a film inspired by the Coen brothers' classic 1996 film "Fargo."

Study Break: ‘Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter’ review

Erin Vierra
April 10, 2015
A devastating fish-out-of-water tale, "Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter" will leave audiences with an ache in their hearts.
The cast of Million Dollar Quartet on their national tour. Photo courtesy of Chico Performances.

Million Dollar Quartet is a jam session to remember

Erin Vierra
March 31, 2015
A once in a lifetime recording session comes to life in this Tony Award winning Broadway musical performed here at Laxson Auditorium.
"The Gunman," starring Sean Penn, is full of the usual action movie cliches, but the film is elevated by Penn's solid-as-always acting. Photo courtesy of Open Road Films.

Study Break: ‘The Gunman’ review

Erin Vierra
March 24, 2015
"The Gunman" delivers a cliche-filled plot, but its star, Sean Penn, gives it his all.
Jack Wittich belts into his mic during a practice session. Photo courtesy of Jack Wittich.

Jack Wittich and his Buried Heart

Erin Vierra
March 22, 2015
The former musician and Chico State student is finding time to write and make songs under the name The Buried Heart.
Photo Courtesy of Sony Pictures

Study Break: ‘Chappie’

Erin Vierra
March 11, 2015
What makes us human? That is one of the many questions Neill Blomkamp asks in his latest film, "Chappie."
300 X 250 PIXELS WEB THUMBNAIL Photo credit: Trevor Ryan

Mac Sabbath takes Chico for a ride

Erin Vierra
March 10, 2015
Would you like fries with that? Mac Sabbath, a Black Sabbath cover band who parodies McDonalds took control of the Lost on Main stage Saturday night and what followed was an unexpected experience.
Photo credit: Zak Magno

Christopher Titus to hit Chico on latest stand-up tour

Erin Vierra
March 5, 2015
The comedian is returning to Northern California to bring his new one-man comedy show, "Born With a Defect," to the El Rey Theatre.

Solo exhibition by local Bay Area artist

Erin Vierra
March 1, 2015
National Print Competition Winner, Kathy Aoki presented her solo exhibition this past weekend at the Turner Print Museum here in Chico State.
Channing Tatum and Mila Kunis star in "Jupiter Ascending," the latest film from Andy and Lana Wachowski. The movie opened in theaters on Feb. 6. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures.

Study Break: ‘Jupiter Ascending’ review

Erin Vierra
February 13, 2015
Andy and Lana Wachowski, the directors of the "Matrix" trilogy, are at it again with another over-the-top, stylized sci-fi romance opera.
The pop punk rockers of Slay It Forward have quickly made the band's name known in the Chico music scene after forming summer 2014. Photo Courtesy of Matt Savage.

Slay it Forward stands out in local music scene

Erin Vierra
February 11, 2015
The pop punk band knows a thing or two about promotion and not being fazed out by its sudden success.
Picture of Chico State student Kayce Tynan

Student transforms art into sticker business

Erin Vierra
February 3, 2015
Junior graphic design major Kayce Tynan is sharing her love of art via Hazy Kreations, which she will soon showcase to Chico.
Photo courtesy of Josh Hegg

Local artists will cover Prince in ‘Purple Rain’

Erin Vierra
January 29, 2015
A tribute to the pop star's acclaimed album is coming to Chico State and will showcase local talent.
The Devil Makes three will be playing at the Senator Theater on Feb. 3. The Santa Cruz group's music is a blend of several styles, such as blues, folk, country, bluegrass and ragtime. Photograph courtesy of Andrea Cordova.

Q&A: The Devil Makes Three on influences, recording

Erin Vierra
January 22, 2015
The Santa Cruz group, which blends bluegrass, folk and blues, is currently on tour and will be playing at the Senator Theater on Feb. 3.