Why “thank u, next” Matters
Grace Weiand, Staff Writer
December 7, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
The current Prep population is really familiar with Ariana Grande. Her big break on Nickelodeon’s “Victorious” in 2010 was watched in households everywhere. Her hit singles “The Way” with Mac Miller “Problem” with Iggy Azalea was played constantly at every middle school dance since their...
TeenTix Provides Entertainment Options for Teens
Clara Malone, Staff Writer
December 5, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
The arts are a way for teens to express themselves, but sometimes it can be hard for teens to access the arts in affordable and easy ways. “Teens need access to the arts because the arts allow for expression, which god knows all teens need,” says Kaylyn Ready, a member of the TeenTix New...
Kanye West Makes America Great Again
Quinn Losse, Staff Writer
November 6, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
With the midterm elections right around the corner, politics seems to be the hot topic everyone is talking about. From political posts on social media by the famous to SNL skits of actors playing politicians, it’s becoming more and more common to see celebrities make their political views public to ...
Model Student
Lauren Day, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Prep Life
Ellen Porter '20 addresses the stigma of her line of work.
Street Art: A Form of Political Activism or Vandalism?
Chloe Saharic, Online Editor
November 5, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Street art, often in the form of graffiti on the walls of urban streets, has become a popular way for citizens to show their opinion on politics in our current society. It is a form of art that many people can do, including Prep students and world famous artists. “If I had to define street art,...
Sherlock Takes Center Stage
October 18, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Prep Life
This fall, Baker Street is coming to debut at Prep! Detective team, Sherlock Holmes (played by Dominic Ferro) and John Watson (played by Tom Robinson), will be taking center stage in the Healy Chapel theater this October and November. The Hounds of Baskerville is a mysterious thriller originally written ...
Film’s Eternal Evolution to Stay Modern and Relatable
Hobbs Hegedus, Staff Writer
October 12, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Tragedy, death, conflict and drama! These are some things seen in most modern-day action movies. But his was not always true. Throughout the years film has changed, for better or for worse, ever since the original films made by Thomas Edison. New genres have been born, old genres have been forgotten. Over the span of 210 years, ever since the first movie was made in 1888 out of a series of pictures of a horse galloping, many great producers have attempted to make something new and original to change movie making and engage audiences.
Seattle Prep Remembers Mac Miller
Moses Kent, Cartoonist
October 12, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase
"People only really saw what he was about once he was gone."
A Tribute to the Queen of Soul
Joe Robinson, Social Media Editor
October 12, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Described as the “Queen of Soul”, Aretha Franklin had a voice that could not be missed. Her intensely melodic voice and deep passion in her music gave her a voice that rang across the country and made ripples in the social segregation and tension of her time. On August 16, 2018, Franklin passed at...
One Acts Spring onto Seattle Prep Stage
Audrey Frigon, Staff Writer
May 23, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase
The annual Festival of One Acts returned to the Seattle Prep stage this spring. After a grueling five weeks of rehearsals, the shows are ready for the bright lights of the theater and are anticipating the arrival of audiences. This year, there were seven shows all directed by first-time directors....
Arts Week Showcases Student Visual and Performance Art
Sophie Jurion, Staff Writer
May 17, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Arts Week at Seattle Prep was an exciting time for students who are eager to express their creative juices, share their artistry, and tap into undiscovered talent. On Monday, the Art Gallery opened in the Commons, and the Spring Choir Concert sings the playlist from the romance musical, LaLa Land....
Seattle Prep Loves Love, Simon
Audrey Frigon, Staff Writer
May 1, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
The film Love, Simon hit theaters a few weeks ago and it has already sparked buzz in Hollywood for being one of the first mainstream movies with a gay leading character, especially in the romantic comedy genre. Love, Simon is a love story about a closeted teenager based on the 2015 novel by Becky Al...