Photo Courtesy of Haley Smith There’s a saying that circulates the thespian culture that goes along the lines of the world being a stage. While that may not apply to all people, it certainly rings true for junior Theater and Media Production major Haley Smith. Smith gives off a girl-next-door feeling, but her dreams are anything but common.“Every little girl kind of … [Read more...] about Artists Corner: Behind the Lights, Camera and Action
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Bringing Brechtian Theater to Smothers
Photos by Zach LeThe Fine Arts Division Theater Department will present "The Threepenny Opera" at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, from April 6 to April 8, with a 2 p.m. matinee Saturday, April 9, in Smothers Theatre. Associate Professor of Theater Bradley Griffin directs the student-led cast. Set in London in 1837, "The Threepenny Opera" is a translation of the 18th … [Read more...] about Bringing Brechtian Theater to Smothers
Songfest Soars
Photos by Zach LeThis year's Songfest theme, Happy Holidays, certainly struck fear into the heart of this author, who is less than keen on Christmas-themed music and its ilk. Thankfully, however, the various groups largely averted the obvious song choices, making for an unpredictable and exciting night of entertainment. For those not in the know, Songfest is a Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Songfest Soars
A DIF-ferent Journey
Photos by Zach Le A completely student-led Dance In Flight takes the stage tonight as they kick off another year with performances beginning at 8 p.m. and will continue through Saturday evening. Dance In Flight's future was unsure when the previous directors of the show left. However, DIF student director Melinda Marchiano and the other student choreographers came … [Read more...] about A DIF-ferent Journey
Facing the Music Q&A – Currents Magazine Spring 2015
Photos by Brit Rivera Music is essential to most college students’ lives. Whether it’s a study tool or a way to relax, music touches people in unique ways. But there are some who take the art seriously enough to make it their focus at Pepperdine. Three Pepperdine undergraduate students share what inspired them to pursue their love of music, even in light of the demanding yet … [Read more...] about Facing the Music Q&A – Currents Magazine Spring 2015
