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Pepp Opera Presents Dynamic Multi-Show Performance

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Sinister sorceress (Haily Watson) sings a dramatic number while surrounded by her evil entourage during the first act, "Dido and Aeneas." This year's opera comprises two one-act performances: the classic Greek tragedy followed by the fast-paced comedy "Gianni Schicchi." Photos by Milan Loiacono Pepperdine's spring opera highlights student talent with a dynamic string of … [Read more...] about Pepp Opera Presents Dynamic Multi-Show Performance

Michael Zakian’s Final Exhibit is a Poignant Look at the Female Form

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The Rodin and Women exhibit in the Weisman Museum opened to the public on Jan. 18, and will remain open until March 29. The impressive collection was the last exhibition curated by former Museum Director Michael Zakian, who passed away last month. Photos by Savannah Welch Since its installment in early January, French sculptor Auguste Rodin's collection has drawn … [Read more...] about Michael Zakian’s Final Exhibit is a Poignant Look at the Female Form

Derina Harvey Band Ushers in New Season for Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts

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Derina Harvey Band performs at Pepperdine's Smothers Theatre. Left to right: Scott Greene as lead guitarist, Steve Pinset as drummer, Derina Harvey as front-woman, Jess Blenis on fiddle and Edward Smith on bass. | Photo by Caitlin RoarkCanadian Celtic rock group Derina Harvey Band brought a vibrant performance to Smothers Theatre on Jan 17."I'd say at first I really loved the … [Read more...] about Derina Harvey Band Ushers in New Season for Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts

Fall Semester Brings New Entertainment to the Center for the Arts

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Photo by Rowan TokeWhether students are interested in acapella, big-name stars or circus shows, the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts has something for every interest this semester. For years, Pepperdine has been a magnet of entertainment for students and the surrounding community. Paul Vacchiano, Pepperdine's theatre operations manager, described its role.The Center for … [Read more...] about Fall Semester Brings New Entertainment to the Center for the Arts

Pepperdine Fine Arts Presents ‘Die Fledermaus’

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Photos Courtesy of Ina Bobis The all-student cast of "Die Fledermaus" will be present the traditional German opera in Smothers Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 21 and Saturday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. Emma Ujifusa, a junior Music Education and Vocal Performance major, plays Adele — the chambermaid of the two main characters. "She is a character that helps drive the plot," … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Fine Arts Presents ‘Die Fledermaus’