The Echo

Polynesian dancers perform at the Arizona Aloha Festival on March 10 at Tempe Beach Park. The festival featured authentic music, dancing and food of the Hawaiian culture. (Photo by Diana Lustig)

Aloha Festival brings Polynesian paradise to Tempe

With its South Pacific flair, the Arizona Aloha Festival was a delightful feast of Polynesian traditions.

By Lana Rogoff | March 13, 2012

mtvU Woodie Award nominees advise music lovers

Bethany Cosentino from Best Coast, Walk the Moon’s Nicholas Petricca, and renowned disc jockey Steve Aoki joined a conference call with University students.

By Maria Thompson | March 13, 2012

Factories' debut album a creative, collective success

The album is a dynamic force of powerful sound that blasts its way through the 10 tracks, leaving the listener feeling a bit struck.

By Demetrius Burns | March 12, 2012

Hip-hop group Odd Future performs at the Marquee Theatre in Tempe March 9. (Photo by Cheman Cuan)

Odd Future's antics take over Tempe, push limits

Typical of Odd Future, their elevated energy and funny antics guided their performance.

By Mitchell Bobman | March 12, 2012

Art students examine feminism in ‘Troubling the Archive’

“I wanted look at something that was sort of hidden and is taboo in society and make a statement to young women,” artist Rosalind Shipley said.

By Newlin Tillotson | March 12, 2012

Q&A: Ed Helms talks identity, collaboration in new film

Ed Helms relates how he strives to be a better person and his role in “Jeff Who Lives at Home.”

By Maria Thompson | March 11, 2012

Drake performs on March 4 during his Club Paradise Tour in Tucson Arena. (Photo courtesy of Daisy Prado)

Drake’s concert a heartfelt night in ‘Paradise’

Although Drake did not use choreographed routines or stunts, he kept fans engaged in other ways: with attention and lyrics.

By Daisy Prado | March 11, 2012

(Image courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures)

‘John Carter’ a cowboy Western, space adventure

Disney’s playful remake proves to be entertaining for children and adults alike.

By Cassandra Starboard | March 8, 2012

‘Silent House’ fails to frighten audiences

The only takeaway from “Silent House” is understanding the importance of a cell phone and a working light switch.

By Maria Thompson | March 8, 2012

Eddie Murphy comedy only somewhat amusing

The film marks the third time director Brian Robbins and Eddie Murphy have worked together on a project. As with much of Robbins’s work, it doesn’t have big aspirations.

By Taylor Costello | March 8, 2012

Funk artist Toro Y Moi performs at the Crescent Ballroom in downtown Phoenix Monday night. (Photo by Jenn Allen)

Toro Y Moi energizes crowd at Crescent Ballroom

The level of camaraderie between the group members and their respective jovialness were memorable performance aspects.

By Demetrius Burns | March 7, 2012

A swimsuit from the mid-1900s shows the evolution of swimsuits in "The Sea" exhibit. (Photo by William Hamilton)

‘The Sea’: drowning with the tide

Humans tend to go with trends, though trends might bring trouble.

By William Hamilton | March 7, 2012

‘Suspicion’ director David Dilley highlights Phoenix area

Director and recent ASU graduate David Dilley sat down with The State Press to talk about capturing Arizona, the startling acting in the film and his favorite scenes from to shoot.

By Taylor Costello | March 6, 2012

Shonto W. Begay stands proudly next to his artwork exhibited at the 54th Annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and Market in downtown Phoenix. (Photo by Brittany Lea)

Indian Fair & Market brings spirit, tradition to Phoenix

Several Native American tribes gathered at the 54th Annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and Market to socialize and display and market their individual artwork.

By Emily Nichols | March 6, 2012

SSX review

EA triumphantly revitalizes the extreme sports genre by bringing back SSX. With new modes and a strong online presence, SSX is the best in the franchise.

By Travis McKnight | March 6, 2012

‘Body Against Body’ reveals intimate, artistic dance forms

Directed by two-time Tony winning choreographer Bill T. Jones, the performance showcases original and exclusive duo dance routines.

By Maria Thompson | March 5, 2012

(Image courtesy of Lightstream Pictures)

Harrelson engages viewers, plot lacks originality

Harrelson’s performance captures the qualities of a man who has alienated just about everyone in his life and can’t figure out why.

By Taylor Costello | March 4, 2012

Girls lead singer Christopher Owens performs at the Crescent Ballroom March 3. (Photo by Cheman Cuan)

Girls concert harks back to past rockers

Many different bands and influences presented themselves through Owens’ stage presence as the band played through their hour-long set.

By Mitchell Bobman | March 3, 2012

'Project X' serves as predictable entertainment

"Project X," the latest in the found-footage genre, assembles amateur video of footage from a party detailing how the party went from bad to worse to unmanageable.

By Taylor Costello | March 1, 2012

Courtesy of Alex McCullough and David Dilley

‘Suspicion’ delivers impressive acting, spotlights local areas

The actors in “Suspicion” give convincing, serviceable performances, but the breakout role belongs to Blaisdell who’s a revelation.

By Taylor Costello | March 1, 2012

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