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On Friday, May 12, KO held its third annual Arts Night. The event allowed for students to perform in front of their families, with performances taking place at the Senior Green, Alumni Hall, and Roberts Theater. Along with musical performances, visual art students were also able to display their artwork in the gallery. With a […]
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When Steven Spielberg announced he would be directing an adaption of the 1957 musical âWest Side Story,â one of the aspects that he made sure to emphasize was that he was going to cast Latino actors, something which the previous 1961 film adaptation did not do. While I was originally skeptical about this new version […]
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On Friday, April 17, KO students had the exciting opportunity to perform in Recital Night, where they could showcase their talents and perform a piece of their choice. At Recital Night, a small group of students came together and performed a wide variety of pieces in front of friends and family in Alumni Hall. With […]
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The newest film in the beloved âScreamâ franchise, âScream VI,â was released in theaters on March 10, 2023, and was met with critical acclaim. An engaging sequel that experiments with the typical slasher format, while still staying true to the franchiseâs roots, âScream VIâ does not disappoint in what it brings to the franchise. Directed […]
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The tragic life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, also known as âSisi,â has been the source of intrigue for well over a century now. Since her death in 1898, films, books, and even a musical have been made based on her life, most notably the âSisiâ trilogy starring Romy Schneider. Over the years, producers and […]
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Superheroes and vigilantes have become a staple in pop culture. Whether it be well-known heroes such as Spiderman and Batman or more unknown heroes, the idea that an everyday civilian can save the day has captivated the public for decades. The 1982 film âThe Scarlet Pimpernel,â despite being more unknown, is one of the most […]
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On Jan. 8, 2023, âBeetlejuiceâ played its final performance at the Marquis Theatre on Broadway after 679 performances. With fun singing numbers, lots of dark humor sprinkled throughout, and, at times, very emotional and compelling scenes, I wish this show could have had a longer run on Broadway. Its honest portrayal of grief and death […]
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Tim Burtonâs âWednesday,â starring Jenna Ortega, has become a cultural phenomenon. With millions of fans recreating the titular characterâs dance or dressing up like the characters, the show has garnered a massive fanbase in its short air time so far. Although I was hesitant about this new interpretation of the Addams family, âWednesdayâ has exceeded […]
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There is something about the films by Hayao Miyazaki that makes them feel timeless. Whether itâs their captivating storylines, loveable characters, iconic animation style, or the profound message the films convey, his work continues to resonate with audiences all over the world. âPrincess Mononoke,â in particular, has always been the film that I have enjoyed […]
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The national tour for Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublilâs âLes MisĂ©rablesâ performed at the Providence Performing Arts Center in Providence, R.I. from Nov. 15 to Nov. 20. I was able to see it over Thanksgiving break. While I was excited to see my favorite musical on stage again, I was disappointed that the tour wasnât […]
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