By Darcy HickeyStaff Writer “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The classic question. We have all heard it asked, and answered it ourselves many times as well. Common responses include doctors, firefighters, astronauts or a cappella singers. Wait, a cappella singers? That’s right. Whereas most children dreamed of becoming heroic, famous or rich, Pepperdine’s own Micah … [Read more...] about Claim 2 Fame: Foster enjoys his life a cappella
From the Cheap Seats
Do you ever wonder what there is to do in Los Angeles that won’t leave your pocketbook permanently scarred? Wonder no more. The Graphic has the answer for you. Each week the Arts & Entertainment section provides features of a different location or activity to provide hours of entertainment without forcing you into debt. Head on down to the Firestone Fieldhouse Oct. 11 for … [Read more...] about From the Cheap Seats
Events Calendar
CONCERTS Oct. 4• Pepperdine Concert Choir at Smothers Theatre Oct. 2• Aria Decline at the Coconut Teaszer, Hollywood Oct. 3• New Found Glory, Finch, Something Corporate at Hollywood Palladium• Collin Raye at Grove of Anaheim Oct. 4• Clinic, Apples in Stereo at El Rey Theatre Oct. 5• The Waifs at Smothers Theatre• P3-Power Music, Power Sports, Power Cars at Glen Helen … [Read more...] about Events Calendar
Nixon sings Hollywood
The voice of Marni Nixon found its way into classic movies like “West Side Story” to make her famousBy Christina MillerStaff Writer Have you ever lost yourself to the beautiful rhythms of the songs in classic musicals like “My Fair Lady,” “West Side Story” or even “The King and I”? The songs that we love in these musicals have all been made possible by the voice of Marni … [Read more...] about Nixon sings Hollywood
Manhattan Transfer croons the tunes
By Holli LeMarr-WyettAssistant A&E Editor Since 1972 they have been dazzling fans with their jazzy lyrics and perfectly blended harmonies. Manhattan Transfer, comprised of Tim Hauser, Cheryl Bentyne, Janis Segal and Alan Paul, has not lost any steam since its 1975 self-titled debut album. The group has won Grammy awards for each of its albums since 1979, breaking a record … [Read more...] about Manhattan Transfer croons the tunes