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.In the four years since Ariana Grande's last album, a lot has changed in the pop star's life — including a quick marriage, an even quicker divorce with real estate agent Dalton Gomez … [Read more...] about Ariana Grande Beams With Hope in ‘eternal sunshine’
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Magic, Revenge and Reconciliation Swirl in ‘The Tempest’
Shipwrecked shores, swirling magic and sweet first love — on the surface, “The Tempest” is a comedy. Diving deeper, the story deals with themes of revenge and reconciliation.From April 3-6, Pepperdine’s Theatre program presented their adaptation of William Shakespeare's “The Tempest” in Smothers Theatre.Director Cathy Thomas-Grant said she … [Read more...] about Magic, Revenge and Reconciliation Swirl in ‘The Tempest’
Pacific Sounds Music and Arts Festival Celebrates Art, Music, Community
With the goal of bringing the community together to celebrate art and music, Pepperdine’s Student Programming Board held the annual Pacific Sounds Music and Arts Festival. The PSMA concert featured student musicians and guest musicians, showcased a student art exhibition and hosted food trucks and activities for attendees March 23, at Alumni Park.PSMA is one of the main … [Read more...] about Pacific Sounds Music and Arts Festival Celebrates Art, Music, Community
‘The Bachelor’ Season 28 Makes Waves in Malibu
Transparency item: Spoilers for “The Bachelor” season 28 are mentioned in this article. Season 28 of "The Bachelor," which aired on ABC, caught people's attention across the country and on social media for the dynamics in the Bachelor House and predictions of the bachelor, Joey Graziadei's, endgame, according to TV Insider. Residing near the notorious Bachelor Mansion in … [Read more...] about ‘The Bachelor’ Season 28 Makes Waves in Malibu
That’s Our Place: Boutique LA Music Venues Share Their History
Editors Note: Sammie Wuensche is a Pepperdine 2023 alumna and a former assistant photo editor for the Graphic. Are you looking for guitar-heavy music? Don't "fret." Trumpet music? Find a place to "blow off" some steam. Loud drums? There are some "smashing" performances. With over 400 live music venues in Los Angeles, choosing the right one for a particular memory, style of … [Read more...] about That’s Our Place: Boutique LA Music Venues Share Their History
