Joker Review: Controversial and Enjoyable
M.J. Wilkins, News Co-Editor
December 5, 2019
With superheroes and comic book movies becoming very popular in recent years, it’s no surprise that Hollywood has decided to make a solo film about one of the most iconic and recognizable villains: the Joker. Unlike Marvel or DC movies that stick to a PG rating, Mr. Todd Phillips’ take on the la...
Review of NKHS Production of “The Princess Bride”
Michael Vento, Editor
January 16, 2019
Alyssa Gibbs, a senior who was one of two people playing the female lead, Princess Buttercup, also shared her opinion. "My hope for the future of the department is for it to eventually get more funding. Shaffer has been talking about not doing [a play] next year, and even though I won't be here, I hope he continues doing the plays."
Tucker and Dale Vs. Evil: An Analysis
Michael Vento, Editor
November 7, 2018
Analysis: Tucker and Dale is a comedic horror story. It unusually incorporates humor into an otherwise dark story. This is what makes it memorable in it’s wide genre. We get the viewpoint of two characters who would traditionally fall under the villain stereotype. However, the story reveals the true vi...
Book Reviews: Three appealing titles for young adults
Katarina Bolibruch, Visuals Editor
February 15, 2017
We Were Liars: The National Book Award finalist We Were Liars is a young adult novel by E. Lockhart. This story, which involves much suspense and mystery, depicts the life of a very privileged family while they are on their summer vacation near Martha’s Vineyard. Darkness is lurking beneath ...
“A Christmas Carol” delivers on traditional Christmas spirit, youthful energy
Sarah Fiore, Staff Writer
December 29, 2016
It might be the best known of all Christmas stories, but North Kingstown Drama Department’s production of A Christmas Carol enlivened the classic tale for a dynamic young audience. Directed by Robert Shaffer, this year’s drama club presentation was a traditional take on Dickens’ timeless narrative, yet it...
Voices behind showcase
Amelia Oates, Managing Editor
May 4, 2016
Every year the students of NorTheatre come together to put on quite a production, unlike any other show NK produces. Instead of showing us the world of Anatevka or a Greek tragedy, they present comedy. The audience sits and instead of hearing the beautiful voices that NK has to offer, we laugh. The...
A student’s guide to music festivals
Emily Jones, In-Depth Editor
May 4, 2016
With the arrival of the warmer weather comes the time of the year when music festivals begin their spring and summer season. For new time festival goers, creating a plan and preparing for the weekend may be difficult. Every festival is different, but they all have the same general guidelines. Here are...
WBRU Summer Concert Series
Sara Boldt, Features Editor
April 26, 2016
Every summer WBRU works hard to bring great alternative music to their faithful listeners and the city of Providence. Their free summer concert series is held at Waterplace Park in Providence on select Friday evenings in the summer and is open to people of all ages. The bands consist of the WBRU Rock...
Music Festival Guide
Emily Jones, Sports Editor
April 26, 2016
With the arrival of the warmer weather comes the time of the year when music festivals begin their spring and summer season. For new festival goers, creating a plan and preparing for the weekend may be difficult. Every festival is different, but they all have the same general guidelines. Based on my...
Best albums of 2015
James Wilson, Staff Writer
February 10, 2016
Pond - Man it feels like space again (EMI) Down in Australia, [a group of young tadpoles are conducting their own NASA space project... with their music. They go by the name of Pond and are communicating with aliens to conduct spaced out riffs that resonate throughout your ears leaving you with the feeling...
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