Center for the Arts’ production of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ hopes to entertain, educate and transform. By Peter Celauro A&E Editor On Nov. 6, Malibu’s theatergoers will see the curtain go up on Pepperdine’s production of “Fiddler on the Roof.” For them, the show will be three hours of musical entertainment and, maybe, something to think about for the next few weeks. For its … [Read more...] about From Russia with love
‘Radio’ has no signal
Despite a strong performance from Ed Harris, the film starring Cuba Gooding Jr. fails to enhance the overcoming-ignoranc-through-high-school-football genre. By JJ Bowman Associate Editor Director Michael Tollin’s “Radio” attempts to do for the integration of the mentally handicapped what “Remember the Titans” did for the integration of African Americans. Unfortunately, after … [Read more...] about ‘Radio’ has no signal
Don’t cry over spilled trilogies
By Peter Celauro A&E Editor I almost cried today. I didn’t, mind you. Because my roommates were there, with “if the Bronco’s don’t cover the sweep I’m gonna crush a can on my forehead” looks on their faces, I managed to hold back the tears by squinting my eyes, stretching and faking a yawn like a lion. “Aaaaaah,” I said, trying to hide the quiver in my voice. “I’m one … [Read more...] about Don’t cry over spilled trilogies
Aiken’s debut CD measures his star power
The ‘American Idol’ runner up brings his talent from the stage to the studio. By Maya Minwary Assistant A&E Editor When Clay Aiken made his debut on “American Idol,” his powerful voice, contrasted by his nerdy look, amazed even the most critical judges and spectators. Now, the 25-year-old student is ready with his first CD, “Measure of a Man,” to show the world why … [Read more...] about Aiken’s debut CD measures his star power
S how’s strength is strong voices
Cabrillo Music Theatre’s ‘Pimpernel’ brings new life to a reworked show. By Sarah Pye Living Editor Who is the Scarlet Pimpernel? That is the question that was on everyone’s mind Oct. 24 to Nov. 2, when an exciting new production of Broadway’s “The Scarlet Pimpernel” played the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza. The production, put on as the first in the season of Cabrillo … [Read more...] about S how’s strength is strong voices