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“The Gondoliers:” a charming comedy

The Biola Opera performs “The Gondoliers."
Biola Opera sparks laughter and fun with its latest production.
Jason Lee, Staff Writer February 10, 2024

In a colorful combination of romance and comedy, The Biola Opera performed “The Gondoliers,” a Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera, last week. The performance looks back to a romanticized period in Venice, Italy, while also adding hints of modern humor. SYNOPSIS “The Gondoliers” is a collaborative...

Hawaii Club dances the hula

Dancers perform traditional Hawaiian Hula at Biola.
Hawaii Club president Mari Kanna shares a piece of Hawaiian culture through Hula dancing.
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief February 19, 2023

On Friday, Feb. 17, a little group climbed up the stairs of Soubirou Hall and gathered in the fitness room. There was light chatter, some laughing, a little messing around. Hawaii Club president and senior business administration major Mari Kanna pulled out her laptop and opened Spotify. A Hawaiian tune...

Swing Dance club twirls around the courtyard

Emily Justiniano and Andrew Schundler practice their swing dance moves.
Students socialize with friends and learn new dance moves.
Patricia Yang, Editor-in-Chief December 4, 2022

Every Friday evening, members of Biola’s Swing Dance Club twirl around in pairs in the library courtyard. The Swing Dance club, currently headed by a team of seven leaders, was founded in 2014 by several students who wished to share the joys of swing dancing.  Hannah Jensen, sophomore English major...

Marin’s partying sparks undue criticism

Marin's partying sparks undue criticism
Finnish prime minister ignites conversation on gender standards.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief August 31, 2022

Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin faces controversy after a video of her singing and dancing at a party went viral earlier this month. Marin denied using any drugs while partying and reported that the drug test she took after the video leaked came back negative.  “I have not used drugs myself,...

Check out these Broadway shows at local theaters

Check out these Broadway shows at local theaters
Local theaters are hosting some premiere Broadway shows this season. Get your tickets now.
Preet Christian, Freelance Writer September 26, 2018

Both large-scale and community theaters have recently announced their musical seasons. If you are a musical theatre fanatic, you have to be excited about these upcoming shows. While major theaters like the Hollywood Pantages and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts have a variety of Broadway musicals coming...

Fiesta fills fireplace with festivities

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Unidos and SPA brought Biola a cultural experience for Hispanic Heritage Month.
Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019) October 24, 2017
Unidos and SPA brought Biola a cultural experience for Hispanic Heritage Month.

Musical auditions burn brightly

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Theatre 21 hosts auditions for the fall musical, a story of bravery and redemption.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer May 10, 2017
Theatre 21 hosts auditions for the fall musical, a story of bravery and redemption.

Dancers line up

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12-hour jive fest raises donations for Homeboy Industries and In the City.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer May 9, 2017
12-hour jive fest raises donations for Homeboy Industries and In the City.

Pumpkin season brings savory celebration

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Deliciousness abounds as SPA predicts talent exuding from the stage on McNally lawn.
Samantha Gassaway, Writer October 26, 2016
Deliciousness abounds as SPA predicts talent exuding from the stage on McNally lawn.

Mock Rock exclusivity hurts community

SOS performs at Mock Rock 2015.  |  Marika Adamopoulos/THE CHIMES
The light-hearted Biola competition should be more open to new members joining groups.
Kristen M. Smith, Writer March 15, 2016
The light-hearted Biola competition should be more open to new members joining groups.