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Nitrous Oxide will display an evening of fun, unexpected sketches

Nitrous Oxide will display an evening of fun, unexpected sketches

Ava Smoller, Arts editor February 3, 2025

Nitrous Oxide, directed by seniors Charlotte Pinto and Arnav Travers, is a series of student-run comedy sketches that will run Feb. 6-8 at 7:30 p.m. in the Little Theater that is sure to spark laughter....

Members of 'Lost and Found' production pose for a group photo during a rehearsal, Saturday, Jan. 12.

Lost and Found emphasizes POC experiences through performances

Nika Jayanth, Arts editor January 30, 2025

Piece after piece, thunderous applause echoed from the audiences who were left in continual awe. Lost and Found invited students of color to share their stories and experiences through a variety of performances....

Photography offers students chance to explore various forms of artistry

Photography offers students chance to explore various forms of artistry

Eric Lam, Arts Editor January 16, 2025

Students interested in exploring a camera’s mechanics or the darkrooms' quiet focus can discover this knowledge and more within North’s photography department. Photography classes at North that teaches...

Seniors Nate Burres and Toby Gilpin, and Sophomore Alex Santanastaso,  perform in a dress rehearsal of Heathers: Teen Edition, Saturday, Nov. 23.

Heathers: Teen Edition fills Little Theater with dark comedy, teenage angst

Sonya Belanga, Arts editor January 15, 2025

Theatre Ink’s rendition of Heathers: Teen Edition was “Big Fun” for all in attendance. Directed by seniors Leah Ziskin and Nell Ranalli, the show ran from Dec. 4-7 in the Little Theater. The original...

Ellie Marchessault: The leader behind the scenes of TheatreInk

Ellie Marchessault: The leader behind the scenes of TheatreInk

Lily Southall, Arts editor January 1, 2025

Several weeks before the fall play, The Crucible, premiered, senior Ellie Marchessault, Theater Ink’s head stage manager, had the production meeting entirely under control. With unwavering concentration,...

‘Harvestfest’ showcases talented musicians performances

‘Harvestfest’ showcases talented musicians performances

Makenna Kelley, Arts editor December 18, 2024

North’s annual fall concert, Harvestfest, kicked off the music department’s year of performance with enchanting and transcendent songs.  Harvestfest played Thursday, Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the...

The Crucible transports audiences back to seventeenth-century Salem

The Crucible transports audiences back to seventeenth-century Salem

Sonya Belanga, Arts editor November 13, 2024

Theater Ink’s The Crucible brought Salem’s dark history to Lasker Auditorium Thursday, Oct. 31 to Saturday, Nov. 2. Directed by English teacher Valerie Young, the production simultaneously chilled...

Charlotte Pinto works on self portrait for  her art major IV class Wednesday, Oct. 23.

Charlotte Pinto’s art brings joy and representation to students and staff

Nya Lubars, Arts editor October 31, 2024

Although senior Charlotte Pinto claimed to be the farthest behind on every art assignment, it seemed likely that she would catch up and complete her painting soon—and with incredible detail. In her D-Block...

Students in AP History pose in their ancient Greek attire, Wednesday, Oct. 23.

AP Art History attracts popularity around school

Madi Drewry, Arts editor October 30, 2024

As the Advanced Placement (AP) Art History elective kicks into full swing, students are immersing themselves in the intersection of history and art, exploring historical narratives through captivating...

Drag queen Jean Chandler stands before performance Saturday, Sept. 21.

Newton’s own Drag Extravaganza features engaging drag performances and Q&As

Shonali Sen, Arts editor October 7, 2024

Three Drag queens from Newton, New Hampshire, and Boston, performed and answered questions at a “Drag Extravaganza” that took place at the United Parish of Auburndale (UPA), Saturday, Sept. 21, at...

The New Art Center's gallery displays various pieces of student and adult work, Sunday Sept. 29.

New Arts Center empowers teens through art, leadership, and cultural programs

Lucia Campbell, Arts editor September 29, 2024

The New Arts Center, a pillar in Newton and surrounding communities, was founded as a non-profit community art education venue, it provides teens at all levels of ability, opportunities to make, exhibit,...

Senior Gabe Kolodner's award winning portrait.

Gabe Kolodner earns photography accomplishment

Madi Drewry and Sophie Stockton September 29, 2024

Senior Gabe Kolodner was nominated for the prestigious American Visions award by the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers, Thursday, Feb. 29. This nomination qualified Kolodner for the national competition,...

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