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’
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Reduced Shakespeare Company Presents At Smothers Theatre
Smothers Theatre was packed Feb. 2, with Malibu locals to see the Reduced Shakespeare Company's "The Complete History of Comedy 'Abridged'" show. The show was presented by the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts and was sponsored by Mary and Tom Hawkins.Laughter consumed the auditorium sporadically throughout the night as audience members watched slapstick-style humor … [Read more...] about Reduced Shakespeare Company Presents At Smothers Theatre
‘Americana: A Murder Ballad’ Brings Awareness of Gun Violence in Schools
The cast of 'Americana: A Murder Ballad' stand on stage at Smothers Theatre on April 3. The play opened as the cast walked on stage holding candles and singing a ballad. Photos by Lucian Himes Content Warning: This coverage story includes the topic of gun violence. “I should be writing my college essay, not my will.” These are the words on one of many banners that hung above … [Read more...] about ‘Americana: A Murder Ballad’ Brings Awareness of Gun Violence in Schools
‘Dead Man’s Cell Phone’ Explores the Affects of Technology Through Theater
Jean and Dwight, played by Chloe Higgins and Cole Wagner, embrace amid whimsically floating lanterns Jan. 24, in Lindhurst Theatre. Audience members are encouraged to recognize the love they have in their lives through Jean and Dwight's romance, Higgins said. Photos courtesy of Ron HallPepperdine Theatre Department's newest play, "Dead Man's Cell Phone," by Sarah Ruhl explores … [Read more...] about ‘Dead Man’s Cell Phone’ Explores the Affects of Technology Through Theater
Opinion: Sophocles’ ‘Oedipus Rex’ shined at the Getty Villa
Art by Autumn Hardwick The Deaf West Los Angeles Theatre cast performed Sophocles' "Oedipus Rex," on Sept. 26 at the Getty Villa. The show took place in an open-air stage and resembled an ancient Greek theatre — one where "Oedipus Rex" may have been performed originally, around 400 B.C.E., according to Ancient Literature. “Oedipus Rex," also known as “Oedipus the King," is a … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sophocles’ ‘Oedipus Rex’ shined at the Getty Villa
