What: Rhythmic Fusion: Student Dance Concert, artistic direction by Amy AllenWhen: March 26-29 at 7:00 p.m.Where: University TheatreTickets: $10 for students and $15 for General Admission. To reserve a ticket, visit www.csudh.edu/theatre-arts/buy-tickets/.Contact: Call the CSUDH Performing Arts Department at (310) 243-3589, or email PerformingArts@csudh.edu. The CSUDH Department of Theatre and Dance presents Rhythmic Fusion: Student Dance Concert, artistically directed by dance faculty Amy Allen. Performances are in the University Theatre; the show will run March 26-29 at 7:00 p.m. Step into a world of vibrant rhythms and ... Read More
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“All Illusions Must Be Broken” Prompts Questions of Life and Death
We all know we’re going to die one day, but we’d rather not think about that. Instead, we self-improve, plan our careers, chase money, and seek validation, striving to become something or someone of importance. We make these “hero projects” our life’s work as we avoid the more difficult task of grappling with our own mortality. And we raise our children to do the same. That is the central thesis behind All Illusions Must Be Broken, a documentary film essay that invites reflection on the meaning of our lives, and the truths—or lies—we tell ourselves. On Feb. 18, CSUDH’s Hollywood by the Horns and Philosophy Department hosted a screening of the film and discussion with Jef Sewell, who ... Read More
Passion, Drive at Heart of Women in Comedy
“Having stories to tell is your sustenance—that’s what pushes through the breaking points.” So said screenwriter, actor, and director Lake Bell, who moderated “Women in Comedy” on Oct. 7 for an audience of students, faculty, and staff. Presented by the Women’s Studies Department and Hollywood by the Horns, the event brought prominent comedy creators and performers to CSUDH to discuss their triumphs and setbacks in the entertainment industry. In addition to Bell, the panel included screenwriter and producer Nicole Jefferson Asher, comedy writer and stand-up comic Erin Foley, playwright and TV writer Janine Nabers, and actor and comedian Michaela Watkins. Among the themes discussed ... Read More
CSUDH Theatre Performance: “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”
What: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee by Rachel Sheinkin, William FinnWhen: May 1-4 at 7:00 p.m. and May 3 at 1:00 p.m.Where: University TheatreTickets: $10 for students and $15 for General Admission. To reserve a ticket, visit www.csudh.edu/theatre-arts/buy-tickets/.Contact: Call the CSUDH Performing Arts Department at (310) 243-3589, or email PerformingArts@csudh.edu. The CSUDH Department of Theatre and Dance presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee by Rachel Sheinkin and William Finn, directed by Theatre faculty Naomi Buckley. Performances are on the University Theatre stage; the show will run May 1-4 at ... Read More
CSUDH Theatre Performance: “Hurt Village”
What: Hurt Village by Katori Hall, directed by Jozben BarrettWhen: Feb. 28-March 2 and March 6-9, 7:00 p.m.Where: Edison Theatre (University Theatre Complex)Tickets: $10 for students and $15 for General Admission. To reserve a ticket, visit www.csudh.edu/theatre-arts/buy-tickets/.Contact: Call the CSUDH Performing Arts Department at (310) 243-3589, or email PerformingArts@csudh.edu. The California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) Department of Theatre and Dance presents Hurt Village by Katori Hall, directed by Theatre faculty Jozben Barrett. Performances are on the Edison Theatre stage; the show will run Feb. 28-March 2 ... Read More
