Photos by Brett BeanThe spotlight glimmers down on eagerly singing faces. The live orchestra pit echoes throughout Smothers Theatre while a vibrant spectrum of set lights dazzle across the illuminated stage. As each musical number ends, the audience's applause breaks through the short-lived silence.This year Smothers Theatre hosts Songfest in its transportation-themed show "All … [Read more...] about All Aboard Songfest 2017
Life & Arts
Seaver Alumna Shares Her Stories as Reagan’s Right-Hand Woman
Photos by Milan Loiacono Students, Pepperdine alumni and fans of Ronald Reagan gathered in Raitt Recital Hall Monday, March 6 to hear stories from Peggy Grande, a Pepperdine alumna class of 1990 who worked as Ronald Reagan's executive assistant after his presidency. Grande released her memoir, "The President Will See You Now: My Stories and Lessons From Ronald Reagan's … [Read more...] about Seaver Alumna Shares Her Stories as Reagan’s Right-Hand Woman
Artists Corner: Amelia Edmondson
Photos courtesy of Amelia Edmondson “There is such a need for authenticity and emotional realness, and that’s what I want to bring to my work. I want to be an authentic creator and a positive influence,” Amelia Edmondson said. Edmondson is a sophomore whom in her own words said she has chosen to dedicate her passion for capturing life’s organic beauty … [Read more...] about Artists Corner: Amelia Edmondson
Red Hot Chili Peppers Represent During Their Hometown Shows
Photos by Matt Benton Los Angeles Natives, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, recently performed three sold-out shows at Staples Center on their tour for their latest album "The Getaway." After 34 years of producing acclaimed music and touring every corner of the globe, the Chili Peppers brought a high-energy performance to their hometown crowd last week. They had incredible … [Read more...] about Red Hot Chili Peppers Represent During Their Hometown Shows
He(Art)Beat Transforms Smothers Lot to Student Art Exhibit
Photos by Channa SteinmetzSmothers' Parking Lot was decorated with lights and artwork to replicate a downtown Los Angeles art show. On Friday Mar. 11 the Board hosted a student art exhibit for all to share their work. Between admiring the pieces, students were able to grab a bite from the taco and frozen banana stands, chat over coffee, get a henna tattoo or watch the Step Team … [Read more...] about He(Art)Beat Transforms Smothers Lot to Student Art Exhibit