They had their start performing in monster makeup, jamming at haunted houses and gathering fans, and this led the surf-soul-rock-n-roll band Spooky Mansion up and down the country — from Upstate New York to L.A., frontman Grayson Converse said.Spooky Mansion played under the neon lights of Malibu's coastal venue Aviator Nation's Dreamland — a hidden oasis in the … [Read more...] about In a ‘Dreamland’ with Spooky Mansion, Smiley Surf-Grooves Under the Neon Lights
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Review: ‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ Brings a New Perspective to the Series
Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer. This review contains spoilers. "I don't like your odds, but may they ever be in your favor," Lucky Flickerman, played by Jason Schwartzman, tells the District 12 tribute: familiar … [Read more...] about Review: ‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ Brings a New Perspective to the Series
The Magic of ‘The Music Man’ Aims to Bring Pepperdine Together
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
Latinx Community Share the Pride They Feel for Their Heritage
Though Hispanic Heritage month ended Oct. 15, community members said the reality of being Latinx plays a pivotal role in their identities and experiences — both within their own community and in predominately white spaces such as Pepperdine. The term "Hispanic" refers to someone who was born, or descends from, a Spanish-speaking country, while the term "Latinx" refers to … [Read more...] about Latinx Community Share the Pride They Feel for Their Heritage
Studying in a Celebrity Hotspot: Students Spot Celebrities Near and Far
Pepperdine students share the unique experience of studying in a place where celebrities both reside and visit. With Pepperdine’s proximity to Los Angeles, many students said they anticipated seeing a celebrity during their time at Pepperdine. Though Pepperdine is in proximity to Los Angeles, some students said they expect to see celebrities before coming to Pepperdine, and … [Read more...] about Studying in a Celebrity Hotspot: Students Spot Celebrities Near and Far
