Aitan Grossman (‘19) became involved with Latinxs in Theater, the Asian-American Theatre Project and Blackstage’s production of Broadway breakout hit “In the Heights” (2008) thanks to a chance conversation over Thanksgiving dinner. When his friend, “In the Heights” producer Dan Holland (‘19), discussed his artistic vision for the show and the need for good music…
The Harmonics concert “mood” last Friday at Toyon Hall reverberated with the messy range of emotions that define the grind of late winter quarter at Stanford. For its first full a cappella show of the calendar year, the alternative and indie rock group was decked out in its signature black leather and goth makeup. The…
Perpetual anticipation of actors becoming pianists, cellists and even orchestra players buzzed on campus this past weekend thanks to the Stanford Music Department’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s “A Little Night Music” (1973). Renowned for its complex meters, polyphony and high notes all performed in waltz time, the musical explores the rekindling of past love between…
When you see “Gaieties” posters strewn about the campus or see zealous cast members crash dorm house meetings in animal onesies, you may not realize that Stanford students write all the music for the show. But for Ayoade Balogun (‘21), composer, and Lexi Kupperman (‘21), lyricist, “Gaieties 2018: Jane Stanford and the Chamber of Secrets”…
You open the door and are immediately drawn in by thunderous applause, every person in the room calling your name and smiling at you. No, you have not stumbled upon a surprise party — you have just entered a Stanford a cappella audition. With 10 groups known for their great camaraderie, music-making and representation of…
