Photos by Brett BeanThe themes of seduction, murder and egotism are not foreign to a modern viewer. They are themes that are just as likely to pervade our changing political climate as they do a Marvel movie. In Pepperdine University’s Flora L. Thornton Opera Program’s performance of Mozart’s “Don Giovanni,” which debuted Thursday, Feb. 23 at … [Read more...] about ‘Don Giovanni’ Adapts to the 21st Century
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Songs to Listen to While You Anticipate a Mountain Lion Sighting or Brawl
Graphic Courtesy of Chad Jimenez After numerous mountain lion sightings on campus this semester, perhaps you have had some difficulty grappling with the university's advice to "fight back" in the unlikely event of a mountain lion attack. Surely the option to curl up into the fetal position is a viable one if confronted by a surly and wild feline, but there are nobler deaths … [Read more...] about Songs to Listen to While You Anticipate a Mountain Lion Sighting or Brawl
Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Proves Worthy Of Its Accolades
Image Courtesy of 20th Century FoxThe 89th Academy Awards, or "Oscars," are right around the corner on Feb. 26, and that means that the awards season of recognizing many films, actors, actresses, directors, etc., is almost over."Hidden Figures" has been one of those recognized films. This film is especially significant because it's a mainstream, Oscar-nominated film that … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Proves Worthy Of Its Accolades
LA Takes Cafes to the Next Level
Photos by Ella GonzalezA cafe might conjure up images of coffee, unpronounceable artisanal sandwiches, and unsuccessful attempts to study or crank out that novel you’ve always dreamed of writing. Recently, the definition of cafe has expanded to encompass more than just French pastries and now includes something that is perhaps a bit more exotic and novel: a rich panoply … [Read more...] about LA Takes Cafes to the Next Level
The Last Bookstore Remains an LA Treasure
Photos by Symphony BarnesLooking for somewhere to go that involves reading, music and taking cute pictures? Then look no further than the Last Bookstore.The Last Bookstore is a multi-leveled, new and used book and record store located in Downtown Los Angeles.But it's not an ordinary bookstore with just a bunch of bookshelves.On its ground floor, the store may appear to be … [Read more...] about The Last Bookstore Remains an LA Treasure