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Dancers rehearse to be “on pointe” for December’s Nutcracker ballet

Frenchie Truiit, Staff Writer December 5, 2014

It’s that time of year again. New York has the famous Rockettes. California has the Jingle Ball. But what is better than Westport’s winter tradition, “The Nutcracker?” This year marks...

Queen Beyoncé Prevails Once Again with 7/11 Video

Queen Beyoncé Prevails Once Again with 7/11 Video

Alexa Davis, Staff Writer December 2, 2014

Beyoncé has dropped multiple bombs in the music world today, starting with her surprised album drop, “Beyoncé,” in December of 2013. Months later she surprised millions with the announcement of her...

“1989” was released on Oct. 27 with thirteen new tracks. Photo courtesy of MCT Campus.

Taylor Swift debuts her pop-star persona with “1989”

Julia Greenspan, Public Relations October 30, 2014

Taylor Swift’s transition from young country rookie to mega pop star has finally been solidified by her pop-driven fifth studio album “1989” (Big Machine). I was excited to see where Taylor would...

New Levitt Pavillion lights up large crowds

New Levitt Pavillion lights up large crowds

Chase Gornbein, Staff Writer September 19, 2014

Located in downtown Westport adjacent to the Saugatuck River, the Levitt Pavillion has gone through a series of renovations in efforts to draw much larger crowds. Although Greg Fisher ’15 has never...

Dance team pirouettes into possibility

Dance team pirouettes into possibility

Izzy Ullman, Opinions Editor September 19, 2014

Although it seems that Staples offers every sport known to man, many dancers long to pirouette and chasse while representing their school and contributing to its spirit. “I think that if Staples got...

Say hello to “Hello, Dolly!”

Say hello to “Hello, Dolly!”

Molly Liebergall, Web News Editor September 15, 2014

School is already three weeks in, which means rehearsals for the fall play, “Hello, Dolly!” are well underway. “I love it, the songs are fun, and the plot itself is fun,” cast member, Ethan...

Taylor Swift is a major influence in the music industry. Her fanbase mostly consists of young girls who look up to her as a role model.

Confidence songs dominate the charts

Julia Greenspan, Public Relations September 2, 2014

The Billboard Hot 100 list recently released its chart toppers for the week of September 6th. The number one spot belongs to Taylor Swift’s, “Shake It Off,” followed by Nicki Minaj’s, “Anaconda”...

Seniors hit high notes

Seniors hit high notes

Justine Seligson, Photo Coordinator June 20, 2014

It’s a Saturday morning. Dan Shapiro ’14 is on the train heading into the city to attend his weekly Juilliard Pre-College Program. The following day, he heads to Norwalk to take part in practice...

Seniors turn the radio dial through time

Seniors turn the radio dial through time

Michael Mathis, Web Opinions Editor June 20, 2014

When a majority of the class of 2014 emerged from the womb in 1996, the Macarena was dominating the airwaves as the Billboard Charts #1 performing single. The song inspired a new wave of bar-mitzvah dances...

Concert craze crescendos into summer

Concert craze crescendos into summer

Erin Munley, Staff Writer May 30, 2014

It’s a hot summer night and you’re having the time of your life listening to your favorite band. Only you’re not listening to them on the radio; you’re witnessing their electrifying music up close...

Svenson and Raigosa jam out at Toquet Hall on Saturday.

Staples bands rock Toquet Hall

Margaux MacColl, Features Editor May 15, 2014

On Saturday night, May 10th, Toquet Hall burst with music from the newest Staples band called C4S. C4S consists of Staples students: Jen Gouchoe ’16, Doug Raigosa ’16, Kaila Finn ’16, Ellie Aronson...

Young musicians crescendo early

Kacey Hertan, Business Manager April 25, 2014

Many Staples students remember their music career as a brief period of melodious screeching on a tiny violin in the 4th grade. But, for almost 90 students in the Symphonic orchestra, music is significant. “It...

Staples grads rock out

Staples grads rock out

Grayson Weir, Staff Writer April 25, 2014

It’s no secret that the hallways of Staples High School are full of extraordinary musical talent, and it’s certainly no surprise if this talent goes on to make an impact in the music scene. While...

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