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Above the Cat
Two months after a soft opening on Halloween weekend, Cat Alley Street, a new upstairs club above the Catalyst in downtown Santa Cruz, is...
Catalyst Future Discussed
The future of The Catalyst, a cornerstone of Santa Cruz’s live music scene, is under discussion following plans for a proposed redevelopment that could replace the historic venue with a multi-story housing project.
Local Photographer Captures International Attention
Local nature photographer Rebecca Hall earns international recognition for her images of wildlife and shelter animals, including a Paris award-winning portrait of a rescue dog.
Get Your Creep On
For 45 years, hair and makeup artist Steve Romero has been transforming faces into monstrous creations. His passion for makeup art hasn’t faded.
Diving into Immersive Audio at Cabrillo College
Boasting a 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos mixing and production space with Genelec SAM monitors, Cabillo College’s audio lab offers cutting-edge tech.
Exploring the Art of the Lap Dance
Fluorescent purple and fuchsia lighting set a fantasy mood in the belly of the 418 Project at the Foreplay Soirée on a summer August night.
The Evolution of Mak Nova
Fun, sexy, sensual, deep, bright and refreshingly authentic—a Mak Nova show is something to experience. April 26 at Quarry Amphitheater.
Psychedelic Healing
Psychedelic therapy has been steadily re-emerging over the past decade as a way to improve the lives of those struggling with mental health.












