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The Chimes

Biola students present “A Doll’s House”

The cast of "A Doll's House" is set to put on their performances in Theatre 21 on November 4-7, and 12-14. The play is directed by Forest Robinson. Photo by KATIE JURANEK/ The Chimes
Ibsen's classic play has come to Biola's Theatre 21.
Michelle Hong, Writer November 3, 2010
Ibsen's classic play has come to Biola's Theatre 21.

Kings of Leon sets themselves apart with “Only By the Night”

Kings of Leon sets themselves apart with "Only By the Night"
Kings of Leon returns with another album, and continues to defy the typical Top 40 style.
Job Ang, Writer October 28, 2010
Kings of Leon returns with another album, and continues to defy the typical Top 40 style.

Propaganda’s album inventive and truth-filled

Propaganda’s album inventive and truth-filled
Propaganda, a frequent Biola guest performer, brings a theological spin to the world of hip hop on his album.
October 27, 2010
Propaganda, a frequent Biola guest performer, brings a theological spin to the world of hip hop on his album.

“The Age of Adz” showcases Steven’s raw musical talent

“The Age of Adz” showcases Steven’s raw musical talent
Sufjan Steven’s new album was worth the five-year wait.
Andrew Entzminger, Writer October 21, 2010
Sufjan Steven’s new album was worth the five-year wait.

Bruno Mars talented, but leaves room to grow on first solo album

Bruno Mars talented, but leaves room to grow on first solo album
The popular second man finally goes solo with “Doo-Wops and Hooligans,” but can’t avoid cliché lyrics and melodies on otherwise catchy songs.
Job Ang, Writer October 21, 2010
The popular second man finally goes solo with “Doo-Wops and Hooligans,” but can’t avoid cliché lyrics and melodies on otherwise catchy songs.

“RED” not as dangerous as it tries to be

“RED” not as dangerous as it tries to be
Based on a graphic novel, “RED” is an amusing story of retired spies, but under-delivers on cast and plot potential.
October 21, 2010
Based on a graphic novel, “RED” is an amusing story of retired spies, but under-delivers on cast and plot potential.

Brooke Fraser vibrant on “Flags”

Brooke Fraser vibrant on "Flags"
Brooke Fraser continues her musical creativity and gentle spiritual influences with third solo album "Flags."
Job Ang, Writer October 13, 2010
Brooke Fraser continues her musical creativity and gentle spiritual influences with third solo album "Flags."

“Secretariat,” although conventional, is a pleasant surprise

"Secretariat" has its rough spots, but ends pleasantly.
October 13, 2010
"Secretariat" has its rough spots, but ends pleasantly.

“Buried” surprises, despite low budget

"Buried" surprises, despite low budget
Despite a low budget, "Buried" delivers as a mystery and psychological thriller.
October 13, 2010
Despite a low budget, "Buried" delivers as a mystery and psychological thriller.

New art show on campus focuses on Gen X

Junior Jen Traham examines David Kasparek’s FrAction #7, one of many wood panels by the artist on display in the “Transition” gallery show. Kasparek and Daniel Finch’s collaborative exhibition opened last Tuesday night. BRAD MIERSMA/The Chimes
The current campus gallery show, "Transition" focuses on the popular images of Gen-Xers.
Julian Francolino, Writer October 13, 2010
The current campus gallery show, "Transition" focuses on the popular images of Gen-Xers.

“Social Network” delivers as a surprisingly engaging film

"Social Network" delivers as a surprisingly engaging film
The Social Network is not just a movie about computer science, but the story of the engaging human drama that led to the cultural phenomenon of Facebook.
October 7, 2010
The Social Network is not just a movie about computer science, but the story of the engaging human drama that led to the cultural phenomenon of Facebook.

Jimmy Eat World reinvents sound on new album

Jimmy Eat World reinvents sound on new album
"Invented" a frustrating listen that doesn't quite live up to its name.
Job Ang, Writer October 6, 2010
"Invented" a frustrating listen that doesn't quite live up to its name.