Share: The Pasadena Playhouse’s 100 year anniversary celebration kicked off with a fun, festive party with a red carpet and an open bar full of spectators excited to watch Lucas Hnath 2017’s, “A Doll’s House Part 2.” This modern reenactment of Henrik’s Ibsen’s controversial play from 1879, “A Doll’s House,” starred famous actress Elizabeth Reaser who played the main character Nora, and Jason Butler Harner who was casted as Torvaldt, Nora’s kind, caring, and sympathetic husband. Adam J. Smith was Torvald’s understudy. Two more talented …
Mariachi and Ballet Folklórico bring Mexican culture to life at International Culture Week
Share: As part of International Culture Week, Mexican heritage was celebrated through live mariachi music, traditional dancing, all cheered on by an enthusiastic crowd. On Tuesday, April 29th, in the quad, the Foreign Language Department hosted a mariachi band that played live music that the folklore ballet dancers performed to. As soon as the mariachi started playing their instruments, the festive tone was set and the dancing began. The violin, trumpet, and guitar, all complemented one another to offer an upbeat melody that the crowd …
International Culture Fair celebrates community, connection, and customs
Share: An International Culture Fair was hosted by the Foreign Languages Department, bringing students together to learn and embrace culture in the quad on Thursday, May 2nd. With singing, dancing, and different items from each culture, there was a wonderful array of assortments during this celebration. Table to table, students would be able to inquire about the specific cultural meaning behind each item they held. “It’s extremely important [for students to feel a sense of community], especially post-pandemic,” said Professor Jennifer Garson, a Spanish teacher …
Chinese Tea Appreciation: Tea is more than hot leaf juice
Share: “This tea is nothing more than hot leaf juice!” exclaims Uncle Iroh in disgust. “Uncle, that’s what all tea is,” replies Zuko annoyedly. “How could a member of my own family say something so horrible,” laments Uncle Iroh. This scene from “Avatar: The Last Airbender” has been a popular meme for years and has prompted debates about whether tea really is nothing more than hot leaf juice. In regards to this debate, Tea Master Michelle Louie sides with Uncle Iroh, a fellow tea aficionado. …
PCC students cook up culture and conversation with ragu alla bolognese
Share: Aprons were tied, pots were heating up, and bottles of olive oil and wine stood ready on countertops as PCC students transformed their home kitchens into lively Italian classrooms. Students got a flavorful taste of Italian culture the night of Wednesday, April 30, without ever leaving home. The event was part of International Culture Week, a campus-wide celebration that highlights global traditions through food, music, language and art. Hosted annually at PCC, the week invites students to explore cultures from around the world. PCC …
Godzilla gathering considers deeper meaning behind the monster
Share: Films have been an outlet for cultures, such as The Color Purple, The West Side Story, and 12 Years a Slave. The Japanese Social Club used Godzilla to explain how Godzilla is no different, that there is a deeper meaning than just a giant monster, but symbolism for a war that caused generational damage. On Thursday, May 1st, the Japanese Social Club held a cultural movie night. They played the first-ever Godzilla movie production from 1954. The event had food ranging from pizza to …
Masks, music and mystery: International Student Center hosts Masquerade Ball
Share: Exquisite masquerade masks were offered at the entrance from inside the CC Building. As guests went deeper into the room, they could see that there was enough food to feed an enormous crowd of people. When the lights were turned off, the music only got louder. On Friday, April 25th, the International Student Center held their International Masquerade Ball, with the promise of an enchanting night, masks, and mystery. Prior to the event’s occurrence, small purple posters around the school invited students to attend …
PCC celebrates Earth Day with paint, plants, and peaceful discussion
Share: Sunshine, laughter, and community bonding set the scene as students gathered around the quad for a harmonious Earth Day celebration. Chatter floated through the air as tables buzzed with activity, hands busy threading bracelets and holding paint stiff brushes. The event brought forth a reminder that contributing to our planet can be both meaningful and fun. Whether painting, planting, or just passing by, everyone left a little lighter. “Today’s inspiring,” said Nareh Kiledjian, ASA director of communications, “I like the initiative of earth, and …
Artivism event uses music to connect with cultures on the verge of being erased
Share: On Monday, April 21st, the PCC’s Student Advisory Group EQUIPO, hosted a music event called Artivism for the community to learn about the importance of music and share their struggles through music expression. Attendants danced the afternoon away with cumbia music and were offered food such as orange rice, fried-beans, chorizo meat, and chicken with complimentary drinks such as horchata and jamaica. Zacil Vazquez, also known as DJ Sizzle Fantastic, was the honorary guest speaker and addressed issues about the Latino community through a …
Toddlers take off at Trike-A-Thon
Share: On your mark, get set, GO! The first group of toddlers take off as the annual Toddler Trike-A-Thon Fundraiser kicks off the end of the Week of the Young Child. Parents, family, faculty and staff gathered around the makeshift racetrack as the children made their rounds around the quad. Other children made their way to the coloring table and the multiple setups of a giant version of Connect 4. “This is so cool!” shouted one of the kids, as they ran towards the racetrack. …