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Arts. Culture. Entertainment
Featuring articles and interviews published for The Sundial, Legohn TV
and On the Horizon Podcast


A powerful performance: Matilda the Musical takes the stage
Photography by Brandon T. King From left to right: Jules Thompson, Gisele Matocq, Summer Cortez, Jack Sheppard, Cayla Rose Guili, Julien Thompson, and Ronni Hinch “Matilda the Musical” wrapped its final performance with multiple sold-out shows and buzzworthy momentum from positive reviews. Directed by Garry Lennon, the production was based on Roald Dahl’s novel “Matilda.” The show featured a live orchestra, conducted by music director Greg Nabours. Presented by the Mike Curb

Yaminah Legohn
Apr 211 min read


The Wolves: A production that confronts societal issues with female empowerment
Photography by Brandon T. King From left Erin Castillio (#14), Anna Park (#11), Dream Pogue (#8), Jayzzmynne Silva (#13), Hannah Leigh West (#46), Brett Hargrave (#00) Following a two-night run prior to spring break, “The Wolves” returned for a three-day production, kicking off with a sold-out show on March 27. Directed by Jade C. Huell, “The Wolves” is a play written by Sarah Delappe that follows a high school girls’ indoor soccer team as they navigate life’s challenges, inc

Yaminah Legohn
Apr 8, 20251 min read


Shakespeare with a twist: CSUN’s hip take on Romeo & Juliet
Photography by Brandon T. King From left Jason Steele (Mercutio), Alexa Lara (Benvolio), Daisy Acosta (Lady Montague), Emily Gomez (Princess of Verona), Thomas Cargin (Romeo), Sam Drake (Friar Laurence), and Liz Peralejo (Nan) “Romeo & Juliet” debuted its first showing this past weekend with back-to-back sold out performances. Written by William Shakespeare, this production was directed by Melissa Chalsma, artistic director at Independent Shakespeare Co, with a modern twist,

Yaminah Legohn
Apr 7, 20251 min read
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