Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer.Chicago-born, now LA-based singer/songwriter Sophie Cates started her first ever headline tour this month. This tour included a Feb. 22 date at the Moroccan Lounge — a small yet … [Read more...] about Concert Review: Sophie Cates Performs Pop Perfection in Hometown
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Opera Program Stages Romantic Comedy in ‘The Merry Widow’
A fun, lighthearted romantic comedy that tells the story of wealthy, young widow Hannah Glawari and playboy Count Danilo Danilovitsch, childhood sweethearts who must overcome their pride, pettiness, fortunes, titles and stubbornness to be together — “The Merry Widow” stages how to live life with laughter. The Flora L. Thornton Opera Program presented the … [Read more...] about Opera Program Stages Romantic Comedy in ‘The Merry Widow’
Review: ‘Mr. and Mrs. Smith’ Unfolds Spy Love Story
Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer. Spoilers for “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” are mentioned in this article.On Feb. 2, Amazon Prime Video released the eight episode series, "Mr. and Mrs. Smith." The series reimagines … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Mr. and Mrs. Smith’ Unfolds Spy Love Story
Students Find Happiness in Crocheting
In 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic, many people had to find unique ways of passing time within the confines of their homes. Among other household skills, the hobby of crochet experienced a renaissance among Gen Z as a form of self-expression, according to Grattan Street Press.Crocheting is an extremely versatile craft, according to Study Beaks. Crochet techniques allow … [Read more...] about Students Find Happiness in Crocheting
Panelists Discuss Art as Resistance for Black History Month
February sparks community — bringing people together to celebrate Black history to learn about the past that curates the present culture in the U.S. and to analyze the present that creates the future. A panel of six doctoral students from the Pepperdine Graduate School of Education and Psychology celebrated by discussing their own cultural and artistic backgrounds, connecting … [Read more...] about Panelists Discuss Art as Resistance for Black History Month
