The Newtonite

Artist of the Month: Aaron Siegel hopes to pursue career in photography

The Newtonite • April 12, 2012

by Peter Diamond Whether he is developing photos in this school’s dark room, designing the scenery for Theatre Ink’s next production or constructing sculptures for his Senior Year Project (SYP), senior Aaron Siegel is an active participant in arts at this school.

Interactive sign to go on display

The Newtonite • April 11, 2012

by Leah Budson Even though the Occupy movement has quieted down, conversations about the distribution of wealth are far from over.

Preview: 'Improv Jam' open to all who want to participate

The Newtonite • April 10, 2012

by Leah Budson Improvisation gives someone the ability “to be whatever he or she wants” because the acting is not scripted, said junior Nick Rodriguez, who will be directing “Improv Jam.”

Review: Spontaneous Generation improvises comedic performance

The Newtonite • March 29, 2012

by Peter Diamond Eleven actors created impromptu comedy for a live audience last night at 7:30 p.m. in the little theatre.

Preview: Springfest to feature four seniors in annual Concerto Competition

The Newtonite • March 28, 2012

by Leah Budson Each of this school’s annual concert series–Harvestfest, Winterfest and Springfest–has something that makes it unique, according to fine and performing arts department head Todd Young.

A Capella for a Cure to raise funds for cancer research

The Newtonite • March 26, 2012

by Leah Budson Senior Emily Paley’s two passions are fundraising for cancer research and performing. She discovered a way to combine the two when she founded A Cappella for a Cure three years ago, she said.

Comedians prepare for improvisation show

The Newtonite • March 19, 2012

by Peter Diamond This school’s annual improvisational comedy show, “Spontaneous Generation,” will run Wednesday, March 28 through Saturday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m. in the little theatre.

Artist of the month: Sophomore takes advantage of Theatre Ink opportunities

The Newtonite • March 15, 2012

by Leah Budson Many actors dream of directing a show. By the end of this year, sophomore Kelsey Fox will have already directed two ten-minute plays for Playwrights’ Festival and co-directed two Theatre Ink productions in addition to acting in seven shows.

Review: Animated performance sends important message

The Newtonite • March 14, 2012

by Julia Moss “Omigod, you guys!” may be the most famous line of “Legally Blonde the Musical."

Theatre Ink competes in statewide festival

The Newtonite • March 9, 2012

by Peter Diamond A small band of thespians from this school entered the competitive environment of the Massachusetts Educational Theatre Guild High School Festival at Brookline Saturday, ready to compete against seven other high schools.

Musicians from this school to perform at Boston Symphony Hall

The Newtonite • March 1, 2012

by Peter Diamond Eight musicians from this school will perform in the Massachusetts Music Educator’s Association All-State Festival Saturday at Boston Symphony Hall, according to fine and performing arts department head Todd Young.

Students to perform at charitable event

The Newtonite • February 28, 2012

by Peter Diamond Hosted annually by the First Unitarian Society in Newton (FUSN), this year’s FUSN Youth Coffeehouse will feature local student performers Saturday 7 to 11:30 p.m., according to senior Claire Perreault, the producer and artistic director for the event.