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Paddington’s adventures in Peru

Holden Kim, Staff Writer
March 19, 2025

“Paddington in Peru,” the third installment of the immensely popular Paddington film series, whisks audiences from the whimsical London neighborhoods that served as the backdrop for Paddington’s...

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A toast to Academy Award nominees

Zara Groves, Staff Writer
March 19, 2025

Nominee for Best Actor - Ralph Fiennes Ralph Fiennes’ acting performance was, without a doubt, my favorite of the year. In the film “Conclave,” Cardinal Thomas Lawrence (Fiennes) organizes a conclave,...

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Valentine’s dates to remember

Annabelle Cheung, Assistant A&E Editor
February 18, 2025

As Valentine’s Day rolls around, now is the perfect time to plan a thoughtful date to celebrate with friends or a significant other. Here are some ideas to make the day memorable. A classic park picnic...

Chamber Orchestra Pianist Mac Galaviz ’25 finishes off the annual Instrumental Solo Concert performing Liszt’s “Ballade No. 2.” Other soloists and groups performed similar genres of repertoire.

Symphony and Chamber Orchestra perform in Solo Instrumental Concert

Analeigh Nava, Assistant A&E Editor
February 12, 2025

The Upper School Symphony and Chamber Orchestra performed in the Instrumental Solo Concert in Rugby Auditorium on Jan. 18. Students performed pieces ranging from Wang Jian Zhong’s “Silver Clouds Chasing...

Choir performs songs for competition, recital

Chloe Kim, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer
March 19, 2025

The Choral Concert took place in St. Saviour’s Chapel during lunch on March 12. Wolverine Singers, Bel Canto and Chamber Singers performed in addition to several solo performances. The concert opened...

Summer Park ’27 performs a solo piece to “Running Up That Hill.” Other dance pieces included genres of hip-hop, soft rock, and other contemporary works. Dancers choreographed 8 dances themselves.

Students in dance class perform in spring showcase themed “Time”

Annabelle Cheung, Assistant A&E Editor
March 19, 2025

Students in the Upper School Dance Program performed in the “Time” Dance concert March 7-8. The production featured 18 different pieces of choreography. The second show included an award ceremony...

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To binge or skip: popular romance movies

Zara Groves, Staff Writer
February 18, 2025

Casablanca - Binge-worthy Some love stories transcend time. They capture our imaginations and resonate with us on a deeply personal level, regardless of the era in which they were created. “Casablanca”...

Eurydice (Calla Fox '25) in "Hadestown".

Photo Gallery: Spring Musical “Hadestown” takes place in Rugby Auditorium

Connor Tang, Editor-in-Chief
February 16, 2025

The spring musical “Hadestown” took place in Rugby Auditorium last night, and will continue to have shows throughout today and the weekend. The modern, romantic adaptation of the Greek epic “Orpheus...

Presentations Managing Editor William Liu ’25 performs Camille Saint-Saëns' “Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso.”

Symphony hosts spring concert

Analeigh Nava, Assistant A&E Editor
March 19, 2025

The Upper School Symphony and Chamber Orchestra performed in the Spring Orchestral Concert in Rugby Auditorium March 14. The concert featured the pieces “Sevilla,” “March to the Scaffold,” “Hungarian...

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“Alligator Bites Never Heals:” leaving a mark

Zara Groves, Staff Writer
March 19, 2025

2024 saw the atmospheric rise of a number of new musical talents, such as Chappell Roan, Raye, Benson Boone and Doechii. The last of the aforementioned artists, Doechii, has flipped the music scene on...

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Gifts to impress your valentine

Analeigh Nava, Assistant A&E Editor
February 18, 2025

Roses are red, violets are blue, need a gift for that special someone? Don’t worry, I got you! You can’t go wrong with the classic chocolates and flowers, but if you’re looking to really put a smile...

Photography class displays art in gallery

Holden Kim, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer
February 12, 2025

Photography students displayed their artwork in Feldman-Horn Gallery from Jan. 10-31. The showcase featured works by 30 students who examined identity, memory and artistic experimentation through diverse...

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