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Dress the part: challenging gender norms through fashion

Dress the part: challenging gender norms through fashion

Analeigh Nava and Annabelle Cheng
December 19, 2024

Taylor Gamradt ’26 stood in front of her closet, considering her options for the day. Her eyes gloss over her vibrant collection of clothing, each piece a different bold color. She reaches for a bright...

"Generational Women" by Samaya Sayana-Manchanda ’26  was one of the winning works in photography.

Students win titles in 2024-2025 National YoungArts competition

11 students received recognition in visual and performing categories in the annual YoungArts competition for high schoolers in the country.
Erin Ryu, Assistant News Editor
December 18, 2024

11 students at the school were acknowledged in the National YoungArts Foundation’s annual competition out of 11,000 students nationwide. The YoungArts competition is open to students aged 15-18 or in...

Music Teacher wins award at gala

Music Teacher wins award at gala

Analeigh Nava, Assistant A&E Editor
December 18, 2024

Performing Arts Teacher  Zanaida Robles won the Shining Star Award in Education Through Music-Los Angeles’ (ETM-LA's) 19th Annual Benefit Gala on Dec. 6. The Jazz Singers performed “Flight Attendant,”...

Sam Cleland ’25, who is a part of Jazz Band, plays a solo on his saxophone during the annual fall concert. Cleland recently participated in a Senior Independent Study project for music.

Jazz ensembles host annual fall concert

Erin Ryu, Assistant News Editor
December 18, 2024

The Upper School Jazz Program hosted its annual fall concert in Rugby Auditorium on Dec. 12. The performance featured the Jazz Band Trio, Jazz Ensemble, Studio Jazz Band and combined Jazz Band. Jazz...

Jazz Singers perform in various locations

Annabelle Cheung, Assistant A&E Editor
December 18, 2024

Jazz Singers performed at a community event put on by Homeboy Industries, a rehabilitation and reentry program, Dec. 9. In addition, they performed multiple gigs throughout December, including ETM-LA's...

Symphony and Chamber Orchestra perform in fall concert

Symphony and Chamber Orchestra perform in fall concert

Abby Ryan and Riya Iyer
November 25, 2024

The Upper School Symphony and chamber orchestra performed in the Fall Orchestra Concert in Rugby Auditorium Nov. 15. The performance began with a series of duets, trios and solos and concluded with performances...

Players from the USC Thornton Jazz Band perform in Chalmers during a concert on campus. They were invited by Jazz Director Chris Sullivan to perform repertoire to students and faculty.

USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra performs for students, faculty in Lunchtime Jazz Series Concert

November 19, 2024

The University of Southern California (USC) Thornton Jazz Orchestra performed in Chalmers 104 as a part of the Lunchtime Jazz Series hosted at the Upper School on Oct. 31. Members from the Jazz Honors...

The Jazz Singers ensemble performs in the chapel. The concert took place Oct. 31, and all vocal ensembles performed in group and solo performances.

Vocal ensembles perform fall choral concert in chapel

Chloe Kim, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer
November 6, 2024

The Choral Concert, with the theme "Songs in Darkness", took place in St. Saviour's Chapel during lunch Oct. 30. Wolverine Singers, Bel Canto, Chamber Singers and Jazz Singers performed in addition to...

Illustration by Eila Shokravi

Embrace fall: Top entertainment this season

Annabelle Cheung, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 5, 2024

With autumn just around the corner, here are some of the best movies and TV shows that capture the essence of the season. Whether you’re looking for heartwarming stories, Halloween fun or an autumnal...

Illustration by Annabelle Cheung

Uglies: A dystopian beauty tail

Zara Groves, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer
November 5, 2024

The young adult dystopian craze, once a cultural phenomenon, seems to have lost its luster. With “Uglies” (2024), the latest attempt at resuscitating the genre, the trope feels more like a botched...

Illustration by Anika Norton

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice: A spooky return

Analeigh Nava, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 5, 2024

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” the sequel to the 1988 classic “Beetlejuice,” released Sept. 6. It continues themes from the original movie, but adds greater emotional depth to the supernatural world....

Illustration by Annabelle Cheung

Fall trend predictions

Annabelle Cheung, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 5, 2024

As the leaves begin to change and temperatures dip, it is the perfect time for cozy, bold and timeless fashion pieces. From classic silhouettes to rich fabrics, here are some predictions of the upcoming...

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