Documentary 'Pep Banned' Recalls UVa's Humorous Past
A new documentary, "Pep Banned," captures a moment in time when the University of Virginia was a more irreverent place.
According to the documentary, UVa traditions once included a student-run music and comedy troupe called the Pep Band, which was later shut down by administrators.
There was an irreverent student-run music and comedy troupe called the Pep Band, but UVa administrators summarily killed it.
- The documentary won the Baliles Founder’s Award at the Virginia Film Festival on October 26, 2025.
- Director Chris Farina received the award at the Culbreth Theatre at the University of Virginia.
Author's summary: Documentary "Pep Banned" wins award at Virginia Film Festival.
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