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Trevecca Theatre to stage “And Then They Came for Me” for limited run

22Jan

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Trevecca Theatre to stage “And Then They Came for Me” for limited run

Lauren Steibrook News and Engagement Editor Trevecca’s Theatre Department is performing, And Then They Came for Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank, for one weekend only. And Then They Came for Me,is a multimedia production that blends live performance with filmed interviews from Holocaust survivors. The show will be performed in Benson Auditorium, with evening performances scheduled for Jan. 22–25. The production runs approximately 90 minutes and contains heavy themes related to the Holocaust. Flyer provided by Trevecca Theater Department. And Then They Came for Me, written by playwright James Still, tells the true stories of Ed Silverberg and Eva Schloss, friends of Anne Frank who survived the Holocaust. Silverberg was Anne Frank’s first boyfriend, ment...

Harmony wins Trojan Idol 2025: A photo recap

1Dec

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Harmony wins Trojan Idol 2025: A photo recap

Parker Henningsen Chief of Photography Trevecca’s annual singing competition, Trojan Idol, returned with two nights of performances, new judges and a fresh lineup of talent. The event, was held on Nov. 18 and Nov. 20 in the Boone Convocation Center, allows audience members to vote contestants forward until one winner remains. This year, Harmony McKee earned the top title after advancing through each round with audience support. Harmony McKee (middle) accepting the trophy for Trojan Idol 2025, being gifted by host TJ Weeks (left) and Briley Daniels (right). / TrevEchoes - Parker Henningsen DEK of Hearts singing the opening song on night two /TrevEchoes - Parker HenningsenElijah McMillan singing "Feeling good" by Michael Bublé - /TrevEchoes - Parker HenningsenHarmony McKee si...

Trevecca Theatre presents Disney’s Newsies opening Oct. 31

27Oct

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Trevecca Theatre presents Disney’s Newsies opening Oct. 31

By Lauren Steinbrook News and Engagement Editor Trevecca’s Theatre Department will open its fall season Friday, with the high-energy musical Disney’s Newsies in Benson Auditorium. The show will take place in Benson Auditorium in McClurkin. The show opens Oct. 31, with performances running through Nov. 9. Flyer courtasy of Trevecca Theater Disney’s Newsies is based on the 1899 Newsboys’ strike in New York City. Following Jack Kelly and the young boys who work for the newspapers in the city, who deliver newspapers and fight against powerful publishers of the time, who are taking advantage of working kids. Jules Twining, a senior theater education major who plays one of the newsies, said that the message of Newsies feels as relevant today as it was during 1899, that ...

Redbird Common Brings Christian Songwriters to Trevecca Oct. 6

6Oct

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Redbird Common Brings Christian Songwriters to Trevecca Oct. 6

By Jasmin Enriquez Martinez Features Editor Redbird Common, a songwriters-in-the-round event, comes to Trevecca Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. on the rooftop of University Commons. Redbird Common features emerging artists sharing their original songs. The lineup of artists includes Aaron Williams, Britt Nicole, Warren Peay and Holly Brand. Tickets are $25.44, with a portion of the proceeds going to People Loving Nashville, a nonprofit organization that serves the homeless. “All four artists are a part of Integrity Music, which is a record label, a Christian record label,” said Rebecca Jones, founder of common events and main organizer Redbird Common. Some artists participated in shows such as the Voice and American Idol. Mollie Yoder, associate vice president of ...

Trevecca Chief Security Officer turns life stories into music

25Sep

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Trevecca Chief Security Officer turns life stories into music

By: Jasmin Enriquez Martinez Features Editor James Hambrick signing his CD's for fans/photos provided by Hambrick While patrolling a vandalized cemetery at night, something caught James Hambrick’s eye. A man stood under a tree with a weapon in his hand, ready to end his life. Instead of questioning him, Hambrick stopped to listen. That moment would inspire Hambrick, Trevecca’s chief security officer, to write the songs “Talk About It Now,” featuring his granddaughter Erin Shark for his gospel country album “Somebody’s Gotta Tell Them.” The album tells real stories from his law enforcement career. “People are going through those difficult times and maybe contemplating suicide, and just talk about it now, talk to somebody,” said Hambrick. “So that song right there mea...

Trevecca student band Roarshack hosts HookyFest, a Nashville student music festival

19Sep

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Trevecca student band Roarshack hosts HookyFest, a Nashville student music festival

By Lauren Steinbrook News and Engagement Editor Roarshack's HookyFest flyer created by Landry French, the band's bassist. Trevecca student band, Roarshack, is taking the stage tomorrow night with the launch of HookyFest. HookyFest is a music festival created and headlined by student band Roarshack. The festival kicks off Saturday at 3 p.m. at The Coliseum and will feature 11 bands from Nashville area colleges, including Trevecca, Belmont and Lipscomb. HookyFest will feature a mix of originals and covers from bands including Sleep Naked and Scuffed Animals. doors opening at 2:30 p.m., with music beginning at 3 p.m., and Roarshack taking the stage at 10:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. "In April of last [school] year, I was like Why don't we do like a big back-to-school kind of ...

21Feb

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SGA shakes things up by switching Friday Night Live with “The Big Game Show”

By Jalen Page Staff Writer After more than 10 years of FNL, Trevecca's SGA is opting to forgo tradition and try something new: a game show where students in the audience can participate. SGA/Trevecca Trevecca Nazarene University’s SGA is bringing a fresh twist to its usual Friday night tradition. This year, the popular Friday Night Live event will take a break, making room for a high-energy game show. In a move to shake things up and offer something new, SGA has swapped the usual live entertainment format with an exciting night of games and friendly competition. The Big Game Show will feature thrilling games inspired by TV classics like “Family Feud” and “Jeopardy!”. “We want to have more student engagement,” said Anna Gilbert, SGA Director of Social Life. “The Big Game S...

Student’s hobby turns into creative wardrobe

9Dec

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Student’s hobby turns into creative wardrobe

By Jasmine Enriquez Martinez Contributor Corianna Chauncy. Photo courtesy Corianna Chauncy. As a kid, Corianna Chauncy remembers watching in awe as her friend, who lived with her family at the time, carefully crocheted rag rugs. Observing each stitch, Chauncy said she felt a spark of inspiration that led to her own unique crochet pieces. "I wanted to be like her," said Chauncy, a senior creative writing major. "I was like, that's so cool, so I made the rugs." Crocheting became more than just a hobby for Chauncy. It became a passion. After learning one stitch as a kid, her projects became more elaborate as she continued to teach herself through YouTube videos, but it was not until college her hobby became a form of self-expression. Today, about 10 percent of Ch...

Trojan Idol returns tonight with all new contestants

19Nov

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Trojan Idol returns tonight with all new contestants

By Lauren Steinbrook Staff Writer The annual singing competition allows audience members to vote for contestants to move forward until there is one winner. “We have a really great variety, which is kind of the intention behind Trojan Idol,” said Anna Gilbert, ASB director of student life. “We have a contestant who is a biology major, a marketing major, athletes, an RA—it’s just a great mix. It’s going to be a really good show. They’re all amazing musicians.” Music genres range from folk and country to jazz, R&B, and more. This year’s hosts are Addison McLarney, a senior marketing major, as the student host, and Sydney Rutherford, the ARD for the Legacy of Departments, as the faculty host. Gilbert, director of student life and Trojan Idol host, ...

Professor sponsors social dance club on campus

11Nov

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Professor sponsors social dance club on campus

By Alana McLaughlin Staff Writer Students enjoying “salsa night,” hosted by Social Dance Club, on the rooftop of University Commons. Photos courtesy Social Dance Club Trevecca has a new dance club for the first time in the university's history. Christian Rodriguez, president of the club, formed the Trevecca Social Dance Club, Trevecca's first social dance club. “I wanted to set up something that people could come to, just show up and have some fun learning different stuff,” said Rodriguez. “I wasn’t sure what the response would be [to the club], but everyone I’ve talked to has all been super excited. Everyone was just excited that someone was wanting to step in and get it started.” The club is sponsored by Michael Jackson, known as “MJ”, professor of hom...