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‘REMAND’: How One Wrongfully Accused Ugandan Teen’s Story Led to Reform

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Students inside Smothers Theatre clap as the film "REMAND" concludes Aug. 30. Many people from the Pepperdine community attended the screening. Photo by Mary Elisabeth The film "REMAND" follows a Ugandan teenager facing two murder charges who—with no court date in sight — had lost hope on being released. The film tells the story of a group of Pepperdine law students and a … [Read more...] about ‘REMAND’: How One Wrongfully Accused Ugandan Teen’s Story Led to Reform

BalletX Brings Vulnerability to the World of Dance

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The dancers of BalletX carry one another across the stage with elegance during the last piece of the night, "Steep Drop, Euphoric," in Smothers Theatre on Oct. 14. Dancer Andrea Yorita said this piece is her favorite to perform because it is both physically and emotionally challenging. Photos by Chloe ChanDance allows performers to express themselves and their emotions freely, … [Read more...] about BalletX Brings Vulnerability to the World of Dance

Bach to Normal: Orchestra Returns with a Glimpse into Beethoven’s 5th Symphony

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Award-winning violinist, Samuel Sun, performs a solo during the Pepperdine Orchestra's concert Sept. 30. Sun featured in the show along with award-winning violinists Jonathan Vu. Photo by Holly FoucheThe heat was on for the Pepperdine Orchestra, as they put their skills to the test, hoping their month's worth of rehearsals would help them provide the audience with a memorable … [Read more...] about Bach to Normal: Orchestra Returns with a Glimpse into Beethoven’s 5th Symphony

Pepperdine’s Center for the Arts Slowly Reopens Its Curtains

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Pepperdine's Smothers Theatre remains partially open to students and groups for special and permitted use April 6. The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts allowed for more in-person, student engagement after lighter LA County COVID-19 regulations. Photo by Ali LevensPepperdine’s Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts will open more opportunities for the Pepperdine … [Read more...] about Pepperdine’s Center for the Arts Slowly Reopens Its Curtains

Fine Arts Students Return to Campus

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Senior Theatre and Music major Sydney DeMaria performs "Valse Je t'aime" with accompanist David Fraley in Raitt Recital Hall on March 9. DeMaria was able to record her senior vocal recital after pushing it from the fall 2020 semester to spring 2021. Photo Courtesy of Sydney DeMaria When campus partially reopened in February, the University gave Fine Arts students access to … [Read more...] about Fine Arts Students Return to Campus