MARY WISNIEWSKIAssistant A&E Ediotor Some students will find themselves spending Valentine’s Day with a box of chocolate, a bouquet of roses and a romantic night out on the town. However, some Pepperdine students and Malibu residents may find themselves sitting in the dark instead. That is, sitting in the dark along with a packed audience at Smothers Theatre. John Cleese, … [Read more...] about John Cleese arrives; show sells out
Squeaky-Clean Comedy
SHANNON URTNOWSKIA&E Assistant A night of fun, laughter and quality entertainment needs no flashy name. What you see is what you get with “Comedy Night,” a show for students to relieve their stress and liven up their weekend. “Comedy Night” will showcase professional comedians Lou Santini and Tom Connolly on the second floor of the HAWC tomorrow night at 8. “We wanted … [Read more...] about Squeaky-Clean Comedy
Reading satiates hunger for stories
JESSICA ONIStaff Writer In his new short story collection “How We Are Hungry,” best-selling author Dave Eggers explores one of the most common of human impulses: the tendency to over-think everything. In the hands of Eggers’ neurotic characters, everyday situations transform into hilarious, action-packed adventures. It is not so much the stories that are being told as the … [Read more...] about Reading satiates hunger for stories
Creating magic in the ring
JULIE ONIStaff Writer Magic happens at the U.S. Naval Academy. As evidenced by the new film “Annapolis,” a highly hierarchical world can miraculously transform into a level playing-field under the right setting: the boxing ring. The movie tells the inspiring story of Jake Huard who, just like a rabbit from a hat, becomes the magical reminder that anything is possible. Huard … [Read more...] about Creating magic in the ring
Aspiring rock stars fight for the title at Battle of the Bands
HANNA CHUA&E Editor ANELA HOLCK/Photo Editor Smothers Theatre holds events from musicals to pianist solo performances. However, the theatre will be transformed into a funky concert venue for the Battle of the Bands, which is put on by the Student Programming Board. “We don’t have any formal small concert series for students to play in, so by doing a Battle of the Bands, we … [Read more...] about Aspiring rock stars fight for the title at Battle of the Bands