SARAH PYEAssociate Editor The way a particular company treats the title song in “Oklahoma!” says a lot about the production overall. In the current revival tour, which stops at the Pantages through Sunday, this idea certainly holds true: The title number, coming at the end of the second act, is solid, well-sung and enjoyable. And yet the song, much like the production overall, … [Read more...] about Musical sticks close to classic
Brit-pop band shares ‘Hopes and Fears’
JAMES RISWICKAssistant A&E Editor Keane is yet another band coming from the British Isles that is putting the American music biz to shame. While state-side record contracts give way too much attention is given to Lindsey Lohan and Ashlee Simpson, across the pond, bands like Franz Ferdinand, Snow Patrol, Muse and Keane (to name a few) are putting out innovative rock that is … [Read more...] about Brit-pop band shares ‘Hopes and Fears’
‘Randumb’ celebrates decade of laughs
Carissa MarshStaff Writer Many things have come and gone in the past 10 years. Fashions changed, leaving people with drawers full of out-of-date clothes. Even favorite television shows fell into the clutches of syndication. While many trends fell by the wayside, this did not hold true for one of Pepperdine’s constants — the first entertainment show to find a home on … [Read more...] about ‘Randumb’ celebrates decade of laughs
Student theater production explores human relationships
Amy LarsonStaff Writer Imagine walking into a building of complete strangers. No one recognizes you, and no faces look familiar either. But, by the time you leave that same building, you have made friends that you will not forget as long as you live. That is precisely what happens in “The Weir,” a production that Pepperdine students will be performing this week. Written by … [Read more...] about Student theater production explores human relationships
The MacBeths
Jen ClayStaff Writer When theater audiences prepare for a production of “Macbeth,” it’s a good bet they aren’t preparing for a night of comedy. But thanks to Canadian actor Rick Miller, audiences can finally see the lighter attributes of Shakespeare’s tragic play. “MacHomer,” Miller’s one-man adaptation of the Bard’s famous work, casts characters from “The Simpsons” in the … [Read more...] about The MacBeths