Photos by Alex Neis The characters from Harlem and New Rochelle stand off and interact with each other through dance. This photo was taken during the first dress rehearsal. Pepperdine's production of "Ragtime" is set to open Friday, Nov. 15 in Smothers Theatre after the work and collaboration of numerous students, faculty and staff. Set in early 20th century New York, … [Read more...] about Preview: ‘Ragtime’ at Pepperdine Showcases ‘Incredibly Compelling’ Storytelling
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Woolsey Fire Art Exhibition at City Hall Unites and Strengthens the City of Malibu
Photo by Gianni Cocchella An array of artwork and photos influenced by the Woolsey Fire greet visitors as they walk into Malibu City Hall. Artwork ranging from sculptures, paintings and multimedia pieces cover the first and second floors of the building. Inspired by other works such as Robert Kerbeck’s LA Times op-ed and upcoming book “Malibu Burning,” the Malibu … [Read more...] about Woolsey Fire Art Exhibition at City Hall Unites and Strengthens the City of Malibu
Alumna Shannon Celia Paints the ‘Pretty with the Gritty’ on Malibu Utility Box
Photo courtesy of Shannon CeliaSeaver alumna Shannon Celia (Class of 1989) is a professional artist and the founder of the Pepperdine Alumni Art Showcase. Recently, Malibu's Cultural Arts Commission selected Celia to paint a utility box for the City of Malibu's public art initiative, along with two other artists. “I was so excited because I paint a lot of coastal themed … [Read more...] about Alumna Shannon Celia Paints the ‘Pretty with the Gritty’ on Malibu Utility Box
Q&A with Pepperdine Alumna Jessica Rotter and JEMS
Photo courtesy of JEMS Alternative folk band JEMS opened the Pepperdine Waves Weekend annual concert Oct. 12 with "Take Me Back," one of their most popular songs on Spotify. The band’s three members include Emily Colombier, Sarah Margaret Huff and Seaver alumna Jessica Rotter (Class of 2010). Both Colombier and Rotter grew up in Los Angeles, and Huff is originally from … [Read more...] about Q&A with Pepperdine Alumna Jessica Rotter and JEMS
Q&A with Waves Weekend Concert Headliner A R I Z O N A
Photo courtesy of Atlantic Records Electric-indie pop band A R I Z O N A headlined the Pepperdine Waves Weekend annual concert Oct. 12. The band's three members, including Zach Hannah (vocals), Nathan Esquite (guitar) and David Labuguen (keys), are originally from the East Coast and have created music together since 2015. With over a billion streams on various platforms, A R … [Read more...] about Q&A with Waves Weekend Concert Headliner A R I Z O N A