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The Chimes

Composition Concert 2024: A showcase of musical workmanship

Composition Concert 2024: A showcase of musical workmanship
Original compositions by student composers performed live at Lancing Recital Hall.
Jason Lee, Staff Writer March 11, 2024

Friends and families of several student composers gathered in Lansing Recital Hall on Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m. to listen to the live performance of original music compositions. Pianos, stringed instruments and even a bassoon would bring the student composers’ works to life and display their talent and...

Theatre 21 presents “The Last Five Years”

Sophomore theatre major Brynn Nieuwenhuis and sophomore biological major Freddy William act on stage.
The final production of the semester showcases student talent, complex music and a thoughtful message.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor December 5, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Dec. 5, 2019). In this first-ever student-directed musical, Theatre 21 tackles important topics of life, relationships and heartbreak. “The Last Five Years” brings unique qualities to the table with its small cast, intimate storyline and beautiful...

Theatre 21 shoots for the stars with “Silent Sky”

Freshman theatre major Allyson Hoy, junior theatre major Hannah Hines and senior theatre major Lexi Pasch rehearse for "Silent SKy."
Take a sneak peek of Theatre 21’s upcoming production.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor November 2, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 31, 2019). Themes of female empowerment and astronomical brilliance saturate Theatre 21’s production of “Silent Sky.” From its compelling storyline to its experimental setup, audiences can expect a thoughtful, entertaining production.   INNOVATIVE...

Behind the scenes of Theatre 21’s “The Boys Next Door”

Photo by Yehju Park / THE CHIMES
Catch a glimpse of what goes on behind the curtain of theater productions.
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor November 15, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Nov. 15, 2018. From the lighting of the stage to the ruffles of a character’s skirt to the songs played during a dance number, audiences hardly notice the nitty-gritty details of a theater production. Before the finished product of any production, many...

Leaders from behind the scenes

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Take a look at the behind-the-scene players who make Biola volleyball great.
Dale Fredriks, Writer October 20, 2015
Take a look at the behind-the-scene players who make Biola volleyball great.

The heart behind the conference

Senior Vanessa Munoz, sophomore Mariah Menard, and senior John Vogel, all members of the prayer and worship team, hard at work preparing for Missions Conference. | Amber Nunn/THE CHIMES
Students share their interest in volunteering for Missions Conference and their contributions to the preparations.
Emily Ednoff, Writer March 11, 2015
Students share their interest in volunteering for Missions Conference and their contributions to the preparations.