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Performing Arts teacher Ms. Samantha Howard (center) eloped with her husband (left) five weeks after meeting him due to his leaving to join the Navy. “We had a choice of either we never see each other again…or I go with you,” she said. (Pictured: Ms. Howard and her family)

The Magic of Theatre: Ms. Howard

Lily Gover, Staff Writer
May 23, 2022
The cast of On The Razzle, the Bishop’s spring play, pose without masks. On The Razzle was the first performance to allow students to be maskless onstage.

To Mask or Not To Mask

Lucy Marek, Staff Writer
April 21, 2022
The future of music at Bishops is uncertain because of the pandemic.

Music Amidst Uncertainty

Crystal Li, Copy Editor
February 4, 2022
The cast and tech crew of the middle school MT8 class put on a spectacular and thoughtful production.

“Are We There Yet?”

Sofi Verma, Staff Writer
December 20, 2021
Lisa Pan (‘26) was cast in the Disney show Just Roll with It while auditioning for another show with the same casting director. “It’s important to keep in mind that sometimes casting directors will like you and they’ll save you.”

From Dance Class to Disney

Lily Gover, Staff Writer
December 20, 2021
The Advanced Acting students run their own rehearsal in preparation for the show. Being student-run, students had full responsibility and authority when writing, directing, building props, and costuming for the performances.

Bloody Mary, Bloody Mary, Bloody Mary

Bella Gallus, Staff Writer
October 28, 2021
The centerpiece of The Lord of the Flies is the pig which took the set design crew over 12 hours to construct for our outdoor performance.

If Students Were Left Abandoned, What Would Happen?

Leila Feldman, Staff Writer
June 2, 2021
The PDG showcase “Word Play,” a show centered around quotes and spoken word, has been postponed indefinitely.

Performing Arts Altered

Lucie Edwards, Graphics Editor - Print
April 13, 2020
(From left to right) Sir Andrew, Sir Toby, Malvolia, Valentine, and Maria—played by Maddie Ishayik (‘23), Karia Kadia (22), Sabrina Webster (‘21), Haha Shi (‘22), and senior Sydney Gerlach respectively—pose for a photo. One of the many plots throughout the play is the harassment and pranks Malvolia is subjected to at the hands of the other four. Photo courtesy of The Bishop’s Performing Arts Instagram (@bishops.performingarts)

Twelfth Night: A Recap

Daniel White, Former Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2020
The entire cast of Musical Theatre 8 gathers together after the finale number, Freak Flag.

Becoming: How Musical Theatre 8 Brought Their Broadway Revue to the Stage

Kasie Leung, Staff Writer
December 19, 2019
Lucy Pensive, performed by Jamie Xiao (20) greets Mr. Tummus the faun, performed by Maya Minagawa (20). An ensemble of snowflakes (Delilah Delgado (21), Cami Farrell (22), Ashlyn Hinter (22), Jess Li (20), Sheridan Spain (20), Elise Watson (22) and Sharisa You (22)) surrounds them.

Through the Wardrobe: A Look Into How Performing Dance Group Brought Narnia to the Stage

Kasie Leung, Staff Writer
December 19, 2019
Dr. Micu occasionally takes advantage of the beautiful acoustics in the chapel by bringing the choir there to rehearse. The winter concert was even in the chapel this year.

Musical Maestro: Dr. Micu

Abby Beamer, Staff Writer
December 18, 2019
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