Entertainment

  • The show must go one: one family, one act

    In an almost completely student run event, the theater class performed their annual set of One Acts. Despite having limited contact with theater teacher Marilyn Strange, who was on maternity leave, the show went on as planned. “Mrs. Strange isn’t involved (in the One Acts), so you really see the true talent that everyone…

  • Not your typical blue

    When you see a blue-colored cup of shaved ice, some of the typical flavor expectations are blueberry or blue raspberry. However, this is not the case for Shave-It’s Blue Hawaiian Shaved Ice. Contrary to the conventional flavors that go with the idea of blue dye, the ice was coconut flavored. As someone who is…

  • Solutions and Success: Odyssey of the Mind team attends World

    After three months of preparation, constantly revising ideas, and tapping into the creative side of their brains, sophomores Steven Owens, Conrad Jones, Alex Meinhof, Dillon Penix, Josh Rose, and Bennett Phan arrived at the Odyssey of the Mind world championships. “I would describe Odyssey of the Mind as a creative learning competition,” Owens said.…

  • Nerds and Geeks: Learn the difference

    Let’s get one thing straight: there is a distinctive difference between a nerd and a geek. Many people go about their day never giving a thought to this distinction that basically makes the universe go round, but this ignorance will one day place these people at the mercy of a nerd-that-they-thought-was-a-geek. So, in order…

  • “Avengers: Age of Ultron” is full of surprises

    “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” the long awaited sequel to Marvel’s “The Avengers,” premiered in theaters on May 1. Directed by Joss Whedon, the movie’s plot took some unanticipated turns while still linking the conflict of the film to its prequel. In “The Avengers” the team of superheroes assemble to defeat a fleet of aliens…

  • 5 things to do after AP/IB testing

    Last week marked the end of AP/IB testing. The (supposed) hard work of the past eight months finally culminated in the form of answer sheets and booklets on their way to AP grading conferences in the Midwest, while we in Newbury Park are left to ponder how our test graders will perceive the cat…

  • “The Shining” Book vs. Movie

    One of the most depressing, frustrating feelings in the world is when a brilliant book, such as Stephen King’s “The Shining,” is absolutely DESTROYED AND RUINED when turned into a film. “The Shining,” directed by Stanley Kubrick, is unthinkably terrible. Don’t be fooled by its place in amateur lists of “best horror movies,” and…

  • An A+ for Orchestra

    At the beginning of 2013, Orchestra had a mere nine members. In the past two years, it has won numerous awards, is nationally recognized, and has over 40 enrolled members at various skill levels. Tina Huang, Orchestra teacher, is very proud of Orchestra for its hard work and many awards. “This year we participated in…

  • Reincarnations done right: Marvel’s “Daredevil” pushes the boundaries of how to tell a classic story

    A freak accident involving strange chemicals? Check. A young child growing up without parents due to mysterious deaths and disappearances? Check. A brutal city boiling with criminal power and chaos? Check again. Marvel’s “Daredevil”, a 13-episode Netflix original series, has once more reimagined the stereotypical superhero story to feel fresh and innovative. Based on…

  • Weird food combinations: Don’t try these at home

    Over the years, I have watched my friends consume all sorts of strange food combinations. After pestering me to try these weird foods for years on end, I finally caved (for a handful of them). Here are a few of their suggestions and what I thought.   Pickle and peanut butter When someone suggested…