A&E

Amidst all the “New Moon” hoopla that has sadly distracted tweens of all sorts, people have forgotten that Disney is releasing a new throwback animated movie called “The Princess and the Frog.” You’ve likely seen a trailer for it somewhere.

POLICE: Nicolas Cage comes back from recent flops as a corrupt cop in Werner Herzog’s latest crime drama.

APOCALYPTIC: The film adaptation of Cormac McCarthy’s novel captures the bleak hopelessness of the end of the world.

Michael Jackson and Madonna, the king and queen of the Weird and Wonderful in pop music, have handed their crown and scepter down to one lucky lady—Lady Gaga. Although some resent their new regent, she’s won over more fans than she’s lost. Millions have given into her catchy club tunes, ushered into her arms by her music videos and bizarre media appearances. Her second full-length album, “Fame Monster,” is proof of her constant evolution.

HYPED: The epic collaboration of “Them Crooked Vultures” produces only average indie-rock sound.

I’ve always enjoyed the term “DIY.” Something about it makes me feel warm inside. I mean, how can you misconstrue what DIY represents? Do it yourself. Of course, why not? Nobody does it better, right?

THEATRE: UCI Drama delves into dysfunctional relationships with the dark comedy of “Escape From Happiness.”

HATE IT: Despite all the hype and fandom“Twilight: New Moon” fails to sparkle like its undead hero.

LOVE IT: The next installment of the “Twilight” saga has fans howling at the moon.

DIY MUSIC: Last Wednesday, Acrobatics Everyday brought more weird and wonderful music to UCI’s trailers.

The multiple Tony Award-winning musical, “Spring Awakening” is currently playing at the Orange County Performing Arts Center in Costa Mesa until Sunday, November 29.

MELODIES: UCI groups Circle of Fifths, Claire de Lune, and Vermillion Vocalists show off their talents.