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A legacy is what professor of music Reed Gratz has left etched into the history of the University of La Verne. After 48 years of being a Leo, Gratz is retiring and saying his final goodbyes in the best way he knows how.

While most of the school cheered on the football team at the Homecoming game, students, faculty, staff and alumni gathered to perform and view excerpts of their most recent work.

When one pictures Don Juan, a precise image comes to mind. A dark and mysterious man, clad in a black cape holding a crimson rose between his teeth. Don Juan, the Latin lover; the greatest lover in the world. This stereotype will be transformed by Georgji Paro, director of the Croatian National Theater, and actor Obren Milanovic in University of La Verne's production "Don Juan."

For more than two months, patience, hard work and dedication have defined the University of La Verne's Department of Theatre Arts in its ventures of bringing to life "Don Juan," a classic comedy by famous French playwright Moliére.

The Dailey Theatre at the University of La Verne has been the host of many theatrical productions, but now presents more than just a play.

Steven Kent, adjunct professor of theater arts, is more than just a professor at the University of La Verne. He is accredited as being a director, workshop leader and activist.