Art by Autumn Hardwick What do overzealous romance movies, Disney movies and Sia’s new movie "Music" all have in common? They are all unrealistic. World-renowned pop singer Sia made her debut as a director and producer with her new movie, "Music," on Feb. 10. The story follows Zu, a woman who is newly sober and has been informed she is now the legal guardian of her … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sia’s Movie, ‘Music,’ Is Not Music To Anybody’s Ears
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Preview: ‘Ragtime’ at Pepperdine Showcases ‘Incredibly Compelling’ Storytelling
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
Join the Songfest Community
Art by Caitlin RoarkValentine’s Day is just around the corner, and with it comes the first day of rehearsals for the 2019 edition of Songfest. This time-honored tradition that has been going on for almost 47 years is a huge part of Pepperdine’s identity. While participating in Songfest is no small feat, the experience that it brings is something that all students … [Read more...] about Join the Songfest Community
‘Curtains’ Runs for One Night Only
Photos by Kaelin MendezThe cast and crew of "Curtains" will perform a one-night engagement Tuesday, Nov. 27 at 7:30 p.m., in Smothers Theatre. The cast and crew of Pepperdine’s Theatre Department “Curtains” had to cancel their show on the same day as their opening night due to the Woolsey fire. On Nov. 9 the cast and crew of "Curtains" was in the middle of … [Read more...] about ‘Curtains’ Runs for One Night Only
Pepperdine Presents ‘Big Fish’ Musical
Photo by Sherry Yang The cast and crew of Pepperdine's musical this semester, "Big Fish," promise the show will inspire tears, laughter and deep thought. The Pepperdine Theatre Department's fall musical, the 12-chair version of "Big Fish," will debut Thursday, Nov. 9. The show will continue to take place in Smothers Theatre until Nov. 18. The larger-than-life show centers … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Presents ‘Big Fish’ Musical