Dance in Flight (DIF) opened their 2025 production March 20 in Smothers Theatre. This year's theme, 'Archive,' presented dances that dove into past memories, moments, thoughts and feelings.The show, directed by alumna Kate Dalforno, senior Gianna Vallone and senior Maddie Enos and produced by alumna Katie Price, contained 16 dances with 34 company members, five committee … [Read more...] about Dance in Flight Explores the Past in ‘Archive’
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Staff Editorial: Variety is the Key to Finishing Out Strong
Everything in college is a momentum game. Papers and projects are easier when one is in the constructive zone of their mind. Classes and days go by quicker when they are packed and frenetic. Pulling ourselves out of the pace does a bit of good every time, though. We welcome respites during the semester where we can breathe and gain perspective. But, if we’re out of the … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Variety is the Key to Finishing Out Strong
Artful Awakening: Healing Through Various Media
The power of art shines through students and faculty at Pepperdine. Art can guide people through life's darkest moments and illuminate the path to healing. Students and faculty said artistic expression can have a profound impact on human life — nurturing our spirits, soothing our souls and igniting a flame of resilience within each of us. Olivia Edmunds: Capture Joyous … [Read more...] about Artful Awakening: Healing Through Various Media
Alumni Return for 30th Anniversary of DIF
DIF alumni came back to the Malibu campus to celebrate and reunite over a film that they had waited to see for nine years, they said. The 30th anniversary celebration for Dance in Flight (DIF), exclusive for alumni, took place on Saturday, March 16, coinciding with the current DIF team's annual performance week. The celebration was a series of six events that all took place … [Read more...] about Alumni Return for 30th Anniversary of DIF
Dance in Flight Touches Hearts Through Performing ‘Wonder’
A supportive, interconnected student-led community spent hours, weekends and late nights assembling a performance bursting with talent, passion and a heart for connecting movement to a riveting message, student dancers said. Dance in Flight (DIF) held its annual performance last week March 14-16, in Smothers Theatre. The performance captured the theme of "Wonder" with 23 … [Read more...] about Dance in Flight Touches Hearts Through Performing ‘Wonder’