Tigers Be Still Simple but Emotional
February 22, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
With only four cast members the pressure is on for the Red Dragons newest performance, Tigers Be Still. Although the play was a dress rehearsal actors were professional and outstanding. The play features the 24-year-old art therapist and teacher Sherry, the 18-year-old teachers assistant Zack, the princ...
What is this Galentine’s Day Anyway?
Tatiana Brown, Staff Writer
February 12, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Are you single? Is Valentine’s Day quickly approaching? Well ladies, there is a new way to spend Valentine’s Day without feeling left out: from going out with friends to staying home and watching movies with your mom,Galentine's Day is something new and fresh that everyone can enjoy.t might have...
Arrivals and Departures Shows Promise of Future Talent
Auston Abrego, Creative Director
January 31, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase
Arrivals and Departures is a dramatic comedy about an English crime unit attempting to catch a wanted criminal named Cerastes, played by sophomore Gabriel Bara, at a train station in London. The show tells the misfortunate life stories of a soldier named Esme (Ez), played by senior Kendall Casinger,...
Classic Calamity With The Caped Crusader
Luke Myslik, Staff Writer
March 7, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
Warner Bros. released The LEGO Movie in February 2014, and we all thought that from the trailer that it was going to be a 90-minute long toy commercial made just to promote a popular product. But surprisingly, it wasn’t.
A Cure Worth Taking
Luke Myslik, Staff Writer
March 6, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
A Cure for Wellness is a psychological thriller directed by the visually talented, Gore Verbinski, who has been recognized for creating the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy, Rango, and The Ring, one of the greatest horror films of the last decade. Upon watching the film’s trailers, I felt very skeptical about this movie, because I thought it would either be a very engaging thriller, or a tedious bore.
Keanu Comes Back For the Kill in “John Wick: Chapter 2”
Luke Myslik, Staff Writer
March 6, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
I’ll say this right off the bat: I love the first John Wick movie. I thought it was a very entertaining, fast-paced shoot-em-up with amazing action scenes, a great protagonist, and outstanding cinematography.
Caraval Enamors Reader with Unique Storyline
Tessa Lehman, Copy Editor
February 21, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
Caraval by Stephanie Garber was a whimsical, immersive reading experience that kept me on my toes in anticipation with a vibrant setting and colorful, rich writing that kept the pages turning. It felt reminiscent of Erin Morgenstern's The Night Circus, but for a younger audience. Both books have a similar atmosphere but ultimately tell two different stories.
Battlefield 1 Poses Problems for New Players
Evan Myers, Staff Writer
February 21, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
Battlefield 1 is one of the newest game by DICE and EA, and just as they promised, they created a realistic experience of the first World War. Battlefield 1 came out late last year and has been all the rave since.
What’s the deal with snap streaks?
February 15, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
Tyler “Sabre LaRouge” Scott hates Snapchat and is bitter and old. Auston Abrego loves Snapchat, and is young and gullible.
Hall Offers Something Different to Curl Up With
Lydia Heisel, Staff Writer
February 14, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
In the book A Little Something Different by Sandy Hall, Gabe and Lea are meant to be together, and everyone knows it except for them.
The Ques-off: Torchy’s vs. Kerbey Lane
Elizabeth Kent and Zayna Chouman
February 14, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
As we walked into Torchy’s Tacos, the atmosphere was modern and inviting.
Cool Down with Juiceland
Zayna Chouman and Elizabeth Kent
February 14, 2017
Filed under Entertainment
When we pulled up to Juiceland, we noticed a lot of greenery; it made the space feel like an overgrown garden. They had lots of random little trinkets scattered around the area; fun little things that make the place feel more homey. There were also a lot of benches and swings to sit on. When we walke...
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Hi, my name is Angie, and I am a second year writer for our lovely Maroon. I also play the viola in Chamber Orchestra. My passions are reading, laughing, and putting all of my effort...
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