The exterior of Smothers Theatre on the Malibu campus. The performing arts theater has held various productions since 1980. Photo courtesy of Pepperdine UniversityOn the morning of July 30, the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts had the 1975 production "A Chorus Line" on its website. By the end of the day, the website was quietly updated to reflect a new change — the … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Administrators Suddenly Remove ‘A Chorus Line’ From Theater Season
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Steve Lacy’s ‘Oh yeah?’ is a Triumphant Return to Forefront of Pop R&B
Photo courtesy of Radio Corporation of AmericaTransparency 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.On July 17, Steve Lacy released his third studio album "Oh yeah?" Lacy’s new release is the first full-length installation in the … [Read more...] about Steve Lacy’s ‘Oh yeah?’ is a Triumphant Return to Forefront of Pop R&B
Ariana Grande Blooms Into a New Era With ‘petal’
Photo courtesy of Republic Records 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.Facing the throes of the media, Ariana Grande proves her resilience through the release of her newest album, "petal," on July 31.During an interview with … [Read more...] about Ariana Grande Blooms Into a New Era With ‘petal’
The World Through A Soundtrack
A man listens to music on Venice beach. Listening to music is a gateway to introspection and reflection on life and those around us. Photo by Melissa Houston. Beyond mere background noise, music often acts as a lens through which people view both their own lives and the lives of those around them.For many, that connection begins at a young age. Throughout my childhood, Alfa … [Read more...] about The World Through A Soundtrack
Opinion: Hip-hop — Don’t Forget About the Album
Art by Sofia CifuentesTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.“Inevitably, hip-hop records are treated as though they are disposable/They are not maximized as product even, you know, not to mention as art.”Those words close out the intro of hip-hop band … [Read more...] about Opinion: Hip-hop — Don’t Forget About the Album