Photo by Brielle Fraser "I started performing when I was 8, and it launched me into a career as a child actor. I dabbled in a few commercials," Hannah Prater said. "I began Pepperdine as a double major in Theatre and Advertising because I didn't want to let the performing aspect go yet." Prater said she chose to attend Pepperdine because of the opportunities offered in … [Read more...] about Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
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Black Violin Shatters Stereotypes in Smothers
Photos by Kayla LeeMusical duo Black Violin performed for an audience of all ages on Wednesday, Feb. 1 in Smothers Theatre, combining classical music with hip-hop to create a unique sound with the goal of breaking musical stereotypes. This was the group's 17th show on their 2016-2017 Unity Tour. The group consists of viola player Wil Baptiste and violinist Kev Marcus, who met … [Read more...] about Black Violin Shatters Stereotypes in Smothers
Artists Corner: Behind the Lights, Camera and Action
Photo Courtesy of Haley Smith There’s a saying that circulates the thespian culture that goes along the lines of the world being a stage. While that may not apply to all people, it certainly rings true for junior Theater and Media Production major Haley Smith. Smith gives off a girl-next-door feeling, but her dreams are anything but common.“Every little girl kind of … [Read more...] about Artists Corner: Behind the Lights, Camera and Action
Make the MOCA Part Of Your Next LA Adventure
Photos by Symphony Barnes Most have probably heard of and have even been to art museums like the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), the Getty, or the Broad, but fewer have ventured to a lesser-known art museum called the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA). MOCA is a contemporary art museum with three locations in the Los Angeles area. Its primary location is MOCA … [Read more...] about Make the MOCA Part Of Your Next LA Adventure
Real Emotions Behind Reelstories
Photos by Brett Bean The 8th Annual Reelstories Film Festival gave a look at up-and-coming Pepperdine talent in the film industry. For the first time, short films mixed with feature-length films this year, which gave students a chance to present all types of submissions. Reelstories gave students a chance to present their films to a wider audience that they … [Read more...] about Real Emotions Behind Reelstories