On Friday, April 29, KO welcomed three visitors for the 2022 Goodman Banks visiting artist series, who collaborated with the Stroud Science Symposium for the first time. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the busy lives of our visitors, this event took two years to plan. However, I speak for many when I […]
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“There’s just something that is so infectious about being in a space with a lot of people who are really motivated to do something really well,” senior Nate Welsh said. This year, Nate was one of three KO students who had the privilege of participating in the Connecticut All-State Music Festival on Saturday, April 2, […]
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I definitely feel like the arts are my outlet,” said junior Mckenzie Campbell. Mckenzie, who starred as Violet Newstead in this year’s production of “9 to 5: The Musical,” has been involved with the arts for almost her entire life. Her love of performing began during her days at summer camp when she was in […]
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I first saw junior Frank Pu’s dance moves at homecoming, where he gave an impressive street dance performance. As he stepped into a student dance circle, he kicked his right foot forward then quickly pulled it back, slid onto the ground, and started spinning. Afterward, he hopped back up and started moving in sync with […]
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Junior Garret Kelly can likely be found on campus perfecting and participating in the various arts programs he takes part in at KO. A new sophomore last year, he has made a significant impact on the art scene at KO, as he holds several leadership roles. Garret took the arts department by storm when he […]
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A few weeks ago, members of the KO community were given the rare opportunity to speak with original cast members of “9 to 5” on Broadway. Those participating in the musical were able to discuss important themes and issues that come up in the musical and how to best portray them in their own performance […]
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On Thursday, Jan. 6, the art gallery premiered pieces from both the Advanced Studio Art class and English symposium class. The gallery was a hit; there was a great turnout with many parents in attendance. Though the gallery contained works featuring many different mediums such as installation, mixed media, and painting, many of the students […]
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Friday, Jan. 21 and Saturday, Jan. 29, marked the original dates for the Choral Expo and the Wyvern A Cappella Festival (WIAF). However, on Wednesday, Jan. 19, creative arts Department Chair Todd Millen contacted the entire Kingswood Oxford community regarding the postponement of these events due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases throughout Connecticut. […]
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“From a young age I knew that [singing] was going to be a big part of my life,” senior Morgan Siegal said. Morgan has always enjoyed singing at concerts in front of an audience, where she is able to show off all of the repertoire they work tirelessly to perfect, as well as her abilities […]
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If you have ever been in one of math teacher Kristen Valenti’s classes, you may know about her talent and passion for photography, as well as the frequent hikes she takes with her adorable dog, Captain. “For years, I’ve always taken pictures on hikes with my phone,” she said. “Going into quarantine right after COVID-19 […]
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