Photo by Kailyn Neil In a school abundant with passion for the arts, it’s not a surprise that Songfest is one of Pepperdine’s most beloved traditions. This year’s show will honor the tradition by captivating audiences with outstanding performances and dazzling lights, as the theme is “Bright Lights, Big City.” Songfest took place for the first time in the spring … [Read more...] about Songfest: “Bright Lights, Big City”
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Dance in Flight celebrates 21st birthday
Photos by Marisa Padilla The 21st birthday of Dance in Flight is worth celebrating. Dance in Flight productions are usually outstanding, but this year the company has completely outdone itself. Today the opening performance is at 8 p.m. and will run through the Saturday evening. It’s a time for students to come together to watch their friends and peers perform two … [Read more...] about Dance in Flight celebrates 21st birthday
Recycled percussion hits Smothers
Photo by Benjamin S. Keoseyan With comedy, fire and plenty of “junk rock” to go around, Recycled Percussion rocked the Smothers Theatre stage Sunday afternoon. Each audience member recieved “recycled instruments,” which had color codes coordinated to each member of the band. The crowd waited for the show to start, making a cacophony of banging and clanging with their … [Read more...] about Recycled percussion hits Smothers
‘Les Mis’: I dreamed a dream…
Photo by Misha Padilla Imagine turning the pages of a history book, the golden pages breathing dust and the brown spine cracking under the weight of the heavy parchment paper. Now imagine having the words on the paper brought to life before your very eyes. Smothers Theatre has been transformed into the manifestation of a history book. There is a dusty pallor to the stage … [Read more...] about ‘Les Mis’: I dreamed a dream…
Smothers plies with pride
The anticipation was palpable Tuesday evening at Smothers Theatre, as a joyful audience anticipated the start of the performance. The Center for the Arts presented Complexions Contemporary Ballet, a New York City based dance company. The theater was close to full as people awaited the show. People sitting in the theater eagerly watched as the lights grew dimmer and the … [Read more...] about Smothers plies with pride
