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The Magic of ‘The Music Man’ Aims to Bring Pepperdine Together

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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

Cast and Crew of Pepp’s ‘Mamma Mia!’ Dance Their Way to Opening Weekend

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Dona and the Dynamos dance their way down the stage with their glitter microphones and '70s jumpsuits. The show "Mamma Mia!" opens on Nov. 12 in Smothers Theatre and director Kelly Todd said she had this show on her radar for a long time. Photos by Chloe ChanHere they go again, Pepperdine's annual fall musical is "Mamma Mia!" and with opening weekend right around the corner, … [Read more...] about Cast and Crew of Pepp’s ‘Mamma Mia!’ Dance Their Way to Opening Weekend

Preview: ‘Ragtime’ at Pepperdine Showcases ‘Incredibly Compelling’ Storytelling

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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

‘Crazy For You’ Brings Talent and Tap to Pepperdine Stage

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Photos by Lidia BaynePepperdine's fall musical, "Crazy For You," combines tap dance and romantic comedy to bring a fresh performance to the stage. The musical, directed by professor Bradley Griffin and featuring senior Jalon Matthews and sophomore Kathryn Semple, opens Thursday in Smothers Theatre."Crazy For You" takes place during the Great Depression and tells the story of … [Read more...] about ‘Crazy For You’ Brings Talent and Tap to Pepperdine Stage