With sets decorated down to the tiniest detail and old-fashioned movie credits rolling on the big screen — Pepperdine Theatre credits of course — before the show's start, Pepperdine's Theatre Program brings the classic golden age musical, "The Music Man." The musical opens this weekend at Smothers Theatre, and is playing Nov. 10-12 and Nov. 16-18 with shows at 2 and 7:30 … [Read more...] about The Magic of ‘The Music Man’ Aims to Bring Pepperdine Together
Beth Gonzales
Good News: Tim Burton Characters Make Season Warm
"There's an empty place in my bones, that calls out for something unknown," Jack Skellington sings in "Jack's Lament" from The Nightmare Before Christmas. Held in my heart, this lyric has always inspired me to run after my dreams and go beyond what is expected in life. Director and artist Tim Burton has always made me feel I am a part of his fantasy worlds. From a young age, … [Read more...] about Good News: Tim Burton Characters Make Season Warm
‘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
Students Reflect on Their First Impressions of The Switzerland Chateau
Imagine this: You're going for a morning run next to Lake Geneva during sunrise down the perfectly paved road lined with beautifully manicured trees that lead into the Chateau d’Hauteville. This is the life of sophomore students Kaitlyn Gerrick, Faith Talbott and Katherine Johnston. Talbott said she wasn't given much information coming into the Switzerland International … [Read more...] about Students Reflect on Their First Impressions of The Switzerland Chateau
‘Deli’cious: Students React to New Food Option in the Lighthouse
Pepperdine opened Cutting Board this semester, a new customizable deli option that sits tucked away in the Lighthouse, according to an Aug. 28 email from Business Services. Students said the service is friendly, the food is new and fresh, and it is always delightful to have new food options on a campus that lacks an abundance of them. "The deli stands out not only for its … [Read more...] about ‘Deli’cious: Students React to New Food Option in the Lighthouse