Mozart is coming back to life in the Opera Program's newest show, "The Magic Flute." The 18th-century opera opens Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m in Smothers Theatre.In the opera, Prince Tamino, played by senior Vocal Performance major John Silva, is tasked with saving the Queen of the Night's daughter Pamina from the high priest Sarastro. Alongside Papageno, a quirky bird … [Read more...] about Preview: ‘The Magic Flute’ Opera Teaches Peace and Resilience
Keith Colclough
Opera Program Stages Romantic Comedy in ‘The Merry Widow’
A fun, lighthearted romantic comedy that tells the story of wealthy, young widow Hannah Glawari and playboy Count Danilo Danilovitsch, childhood sweethearts who must overcome their pride, pettiness, fortunes, titles and stubbornness to be together — “The Merry Widow” stages how to live life with laughter. The Flora L. Thornton Opera Program presented the … [Read more...] about Opera Program Stages Romantic Comedy in ‘The Merry Widow’
Pepperdine Opera Brings Gilbert and Sullivan’s Comedic Opera to the Stage
The cast rehearsing during their dress rehearsal in Smothers Theatre on Feb. 22. Director Colclough said students auditioned for the show in September and rehearsed the music in the fall semester. Photos by Lucian HimesSmothers Theatre is opening its door for the "H.M.S. Pinafore," or "The Lass That Loved a Sailor," opera Feb. 23 and 25. It is a story about forbidden love as a … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Opera Brings Gilbert and Sullivan’s Comedic Opera to the Stage
Pepp Opera Presents Dynamic Multi-Show Performance
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
Pepp presents “Pirates of Penzance” in Smothers Spring Opera
Photos by Cici LiuThe Flora L. Thornton Opera Program, part of Pepperdine University's Music Department, presented "The Pirates of Penzance," Wednesday Feb. 21 through to Saturday Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Smothers Theatre. The stage was filled with lights, student-made scenography and performances by Pepperdine's own, including the Pepperdine University Orchestra.The musical, a … [Read more...] about Pepp presents “Pirates of Penzance” in Smothers Spring Opera