The exterior of Smothers Theatre on the Malibu campus. The performing arts theater has held various productions since 1980. Photo courtesy of Pepperdine UniversityOn the morning of July 30, the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts had the 1975 production "A Chorus Line" on its website. By the end of the day, the website was quietly updated to reflect a new change — the … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Administrators Suddenly Remove ‘A Chorus Line’ From Theater Season
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‘When You Wish Upon a Star’: Jazz Tribute Brings Disney Magic to Pepp
Disney music flooded Smothers Theatre on Oct. 12 with classics such as “You've Got a Friend In Me,” “When You Wish Upon a Star” and more, all with a jazz twist. Smothers was packed with students, families, children and those who traveled to campus just to see the show. Students said they are excited to see Disney representation at Pepperdine with this recently-formed band of … [Read more...] about ‘When You Wish Upon a Star’: Jazz Tribute Brings Disney Magic to Pepp
A Night of Music, Art and Community: Pacific Sounds Returns
Fiji Blue sings at PSMA as fog takes over the stage March 25. Fiji Blue sang original songs including "Outside" and "Waves." Photo by Sammie Wuensche Sunshine, music and good vibes brought students to Alumni Park for the 2023 Pacific Sounds Music and Arts Festival (PSMA). The Student Programming Board hosted a night of music and food March 25 with over 450 attendees, … [Read more...] about A Night of Music, Art and Community: Pacific Sounds Returns
Staff Editorial: Pepperdine, Let’s Show Up For Each Other
Art By Samantha Miller From housing difficulties and struggles with finding a community to adapting to campus life and in-person classes, many students are — to some extent — returning to or entering a different campus. This period of significant transition provides an opportunity for students to build the campus culture they want. Coupled with all the excitement surrounding … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Pepperdine, Let’s Show Up For Each Other
Stoked Surfboards — Local Malibu Business Makes Waves
Local Malibu business Stoked Surfboards has both rideable surfboards and art boards for the wall. Bobbi Bennett, creator of the company, took this inspiration from her photography career and love of surfing. Photos courtesy of Bobbi Bennett Correction: The article has been updated to reflect the correct location of Zito Gallery in Montecito, Calif. and the correct website … [Read more...] about Stoked Surfboards — Local Malibu Business Makes Waves