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(From L to R) Sophomore Olivia Klipstine, Senior April Cho, Senior Madison Thacker, and Director Mr. Justin Baldridge sit down to work through the meaning of the dialogue in a particular scene.

Analyzing for the Ages: “The Haunting of Hill House” Week 2

By Addison Cudd Sep 9, 2024
The Cast struggles with their characters as the show gets closer.
The seven cast members who make up the ensemble glance down at their scripts before running the opening sequence for the first time.

Starting the haunt: “The Haunting of Hill House” week one!

By Addison Cudd Sep 6, 2024
With auditions and callbacks finally over, the cast and crew of “The Haunting of Hill House” has begun rehearsals, doing table reads, character analysis and basic staging.
Three cool things to do to beat the heat this weekend

Three cool things to do to beat the heat this weekend

By Skylie Molina, Staff Sep 5, 2024
Take a look at these fun activities you can do this weekend to cure your boredom.
(From L to R) Senior April Cho and Junior Dilan Patton work together to perform a scene for theatre director Mr. Justin Baldridge.

Eerie echoes: Following the callbacks of “The Haunting of Hill House”

By Melissa Ocegueda Sep 3, 2024

Theatre director Mr. Justin Baldridge sat, facing a list of 18 members, three of whom were soon to be cut.  After the initial auditions for “The Haunting of Hill House”, held on Monday Aug. 19,...

BARD IN THE PARK: Independent Shakespeare Theatre presents selected William Shakespeare plays at Griffith Park.

Welcome the month of September with three things to do this Labor Day weekend

By Alyson Cerna Aug 31, 2024
Look no further to enjoy these three hidden gems over the long four-day weekend: A classic film festival celebrates 60 years, Shakespeare in Griffith Park, and the 626 Night Market for Asian culinary delights.
Blockbuster burnout

Blockbuster burnout

By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Jun 16, 2024
The dominance of adapted screenplays and sequels makes us question what truly counts as original in cinema, challenging the idea of a golden age of unmatched creativity.
Quinn Hutchison: The youngest history teacher you’ve ever had

Quinn Hutchison: The youngest history teacher you’ve ever had

By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Jun 16, 2024
Just by looking at the picture, you already know him. This kid doesn’t just explain, but makes, history.
For decades, Black actors have fought to be paid the same wages as their white counterparts. Viola Davis, Angela Bassset, and Taraij P. Henderson are just some of the few actors of color that have recieved unequal compensation.

Wake up Hollywood: The racial wage gap is real

By Max Sandoval, Staff Jun 8, 2024

Walking into UCLA’s Royce Hall and looking around at his coworkers, it became apparent to technical theatre professional and now teacher Ron Greene that he was one of the only two Black people there.  He...

 Hard-hitting lyrics and soft melodies: Billie Eilish's new studio album

Hard-hitting lyrics and soft melodies: Billie Eilish’s new studio album

By Mia Rodriguez and Roxana Vasquez Jun 8, 2024
In Billie Eilish’s new album, “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT”, she gives a quality, cohesive and immersive listening experience to her audience.
The exterior of the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California shines with a projection of the new logo of the legendary grunge band.

A “Ten out of Ten”

By Adrianna Bean, Staff Jun 7, 2024
Pearl Jam’s Dark Matter World Tour shines a light at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles
CLASSICAL CONCENTRATION Even though many teenagers dismiss casually reading literature, reading these novels stimulates the mind far more than any movie.

Retro reads: They’re called classics for a reason

By Abigail Kim, Staff Jun 1, 2024
Readers of classical literature believe it contains educational elements missing from modern works. Studies have also shown that reading classic novels may strengthen cognitive abilities and reduce age-related cognitive decline.
Three things to do this weekend when you’re not studying for finals

Three things to do this weekend when you’re not studying for finals

By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor May 31, 2024
Between senior events like graduation and Grad Night, and the ever-looming finals, make sure to take some time this weekend to rest and recharge.
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