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Disney’s new film ‘Turning Red,’ attracts controversy while dealing with a new topic never portrayed by Disney productions.

‘Turning Red’: learning how to normalize puberty

Maria Krug '22, Arts Editor March 30, 2022

When looking at the scope of films created by Disney and Pixar, we see little variety among them. Sure, there have been more inclusive films over the years, displaying different communities, but oftentimes...

The Staples Players advertise their upcoming performances on April 1, 2, 3, 8 and 9 outside of the auditorium. You can find tickets on staplesplayers.com.

Staples Players dance with ‘Descendants’

Gabriella Gerig ’23, Paper Sports Editor March 30, 2022

The Staples Players are planning to entertain once again, this time with their production of “Descendants: The Musical.” “Descendants: The Musical” is a 2015 Disney Original that follows the lives...

The seniors’ final production in Players will be “Descendants,” which will open on April 1.

Players’ seniors reflect on past four years in program, lifelong bonds made

Karina Murray ’22, Features editor March 29, 2022

As the class of 2022 begins their final quarter as Wreckers, the hallways buzz with excitement: graduation, prom and internships loom on the horizon. But for senior members of Players, one event takes...

“The Batman” had me on the edge of my seat as I watched Robert Pattinson take on the role of Batman.

‘The Batman’ movie flies up the charts

Mia Kirkorsky ’24, Business Manager March 25, 2022

Everyone’s seen the typical Marvel superhero movie that is flooded with action scenes and core-vibrating music. “The Batman” veers away from this standard of blockbuster, action-packed films and...

Video recorded auditions which have become more prevalent in the past year have changed the entire audition process for youth orchestras, making them more miserable and taxing.

Video recordings transform auditions

Lucy Dockter '23, Editor-in-Chief March 25, 2022

You have been preparing every single day for the last four months. Your fingers have been ingrained with the music—you play it in your sleep. You arrive at the site and take 15 minutes to warm-up in...

The shoe brand Hoka is very famous for their running shoes and is going to be a huge competitor for Lululemon to run against.

Lululemon enters shoe industry, capitalizes on women’s athletic retail

Emily Goldstein ’23, Public Relations Director March 25, 2022

Tank tops, sports bras, athletic shorts and leggings are some of the apparel that typically comes to mind when thinking of what the iconic store brand LuluLemon sells. However, on March 22, the company...

Tom Holland’s Uncharted appeals to more than Holland fans. With plot-twists and suspense galore, the movie is made for action movie lovers.

‘Uncharted’ exceeds expectations for action genre: don’t just watch for Holland

Elle Vail '23, Staff Writer March 25, 2022

Although Tom Holland’s latest “Uncharted” movie may have been an instant watch for those obsessed with the actor, there is more to this movie for those craving adrenaline and adventure, coming from...

Mitski is depicted in a matching red outfit and lipstick for the “Laurel Hell” Album cover.

Mitski returns to music with ‘Laurel Hell’

Lia Gordon ’22, Paper Opinions Editor March 7, 2022

“[There's a] Mitski album release tomorrow. It's a great day for annoying people,” TikToker Sarsworld said. This sarcasm is in reaction to “Laurel Hell,” the sixth studio album by Mitski, the...

“The Power of the Dog” and “Dune” lead this year’s Oscar nominations. 53 distinct films were nominated for the Oscars this year, which will air on March 27.

2022 Academy Award nominees feature adventure films, many musicals

Alex Gaines ’25, Staff Writer February 23, 2022

The nominees for the 94th Annual Academy Awards were announced on Feb. 8, with “The Power of the Dog” and “Dune” taking the most nominations out of the 23 categories. Hosted by Tracee Ellis Ross...

“The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window” consists of eight episodes, around 20 minutes each. The series has not been renewed for a second season yet.

‘The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window’ brilliantly disorients viewers with satirical thriller

Gabriella Gerig ’23, Paper Sports Editor February 23, 2022

“The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window” is a must watch for fans of “The Girl on the Train,” “Gone Girl” and “The Woman in the Window.” It is a parody...

The 2022 Governors Ball lacks wow-factor artists to inspire Staples students to attend the festival.

2022 Governors Ball lineup underwhelms Staples students

Paige Tighe ’24, Editor in Chief February 23, 2022

Festivals like Coachella and Governors Ball are celebrations of music and artists - both established and up and coming. In order to draw in a bigger audience, it is important to find a balance between...

Staples Super Super Bowl traditions

Staples Super Super Bowl traditions

Izzy Sareen '22, Staff Writer February 16, 2022

  Super Bowl Sunday, the most celebrated day in sports history, was on Feb. 13, and football fans from all over the country geared  up to watch the big game. But what traditions did they do...

The PG rated sequel Sing 2 takes on an adventurous plot that is appropriate and intriguing for all ages.

‘Sing 2’: engages, intrigues all ages

Alix Glickman '23, Social Media Manager February 16, 2022

“Sing 2,” the PG rated sequel to the original “Sing” movie from 2016, took on an unexpected plot that had the audience at the edge of their seat at all times. The main protagonist Buster Moon led...

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