NICOLE ALBERTSONStaff Writer JOHN TOCCI/Assistant Photo Editor Students, faculty and alumni are gathering this week to celebrate and join in a longstanding Pepperdine tradition. Songfest is celebrating its 34th year in production with a “Caught in a Tale Spin” theme reliving and revamping tall tales and legends. Musical stories about Johnny Appleseed, Paul Bunyan, Blackbeard … [Read more...] about Tall tales in twelve minutes
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Prof finds reward outside limelight
CARISSA MARSHA&E Editor For nearly 25 years, David Barber has been making it look easy for Pepperdine audiences. As the technical production manager for the Center for the Arts, Barber has the unique task of performing unnoticed while most people in the entertainment business are shouting for attention. But this is the world of backstage, where all glitzy associations of … [Read more...] about Prof finds reward outside limelight
To ‘300’ go the spoils
LAURA JOHNSONA&E Assistant For the film “300,” the actors were not asked to have six-packs; that would not have been enough. Instead, it seems they were asked to have eight-packs with every muscle and every curve sculpted to perfection. And because they run around in nothing but a cape, sandals and an armored Speedo, Spartan brilliance is shown at its best in pretty much … [Read more...] about To ‘300’ go the spoils
Sophomore leads life of song, sees talent as a tool for change
SAM PIKEStaff Writer Though her musical talent has landed her a nearly life-long title as “the girl who sings,” sophomore Jessica Rotter’s dynamic and thoughtful personality causes her to strive for a life that exceeds stereotypes. In her journey toward discovering what is truly important, Rotter has come to accept that she cannot rely on others’ vision for her life. “I feel … [Read more...] about Sophomore leads life of song, sees talent as a tool for change
Saturday events welcome weekend with a bang
SAMANTHA BLONSA&E Assistant Editor Editor’s Note: This is the sixth of a seven-part series featuring fun, out-of-the-ordinary activities to do each day of the week. It is the perfect guide for those who find themselves searching for new ways to spend their nights. A morning to sleep in. A day to unwind. A night to party. Saturday is a day of freedom, of no responsibilities … [Read more...] about Saturday events welcome weekend with a bang