List of 20 news stories.

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  Halloween: A Canvas for Creativity

  Olivia Yu ’27 Assistant Arts Editor
  As the air cools and pumpkin spice lattes make their return, one event is on everyone’s mind — Halloween! From making spooky yet stylish costumes and carving charming or chilling pumpkin, it’s the perfect time to let your creativity run wild.
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  HDA Storms the Stage with The Tempest

  Saisha Ghai Assistant Arts Editor '27
  While William Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” might have been one of the last plays he wrote, it is the first show the Hopkins Drama Association (HDA) is performing this year. Opening on October 24 at the Woodbridge Club, the cast and crew are hard at work piecing together this production.
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  RIP to HDA’s Haunted House

  Liliana Dumas ’26 Arts Editor
  Lurid lights, terrifying masks, and sepulchral rituals filled the halls of Thompson as the Hopkins Drama Association (HDA) performed their haunted house. The haunted house has been an HDA tradition since 2018, bringing ouija boards and coffins to campus to fundraise money from ticket sales for StuCo’s annual Connecticut Foodshare fundraiser. This year, however, the HDA will not be performing their haunted house due to scheduling conflicts.
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  Harmonizing History: The Hopkins Choir’s European Adventure

  Olivia Yu ’27 Assistant Arts Editor and Saisha Ghai ’27 Assistant Arts Editor
  On June 10, the Hopkins Choir departed from Kennedy International Airport, eager to explore the historic cities of Vienna and Prague. They embarked on three exclusive tours, participated in a workshop, and visited twelve cultural sites. Together, they performed four concerts in breathtaking places such as St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and during some performances, they were joined by local choirs to host incredible performances.
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  What Was the Song of the Summer?

  Miriam Levin ’26 Lead Arts Editor
  Although this summer has been relaxing, it is time to get back into the groove, drink some of that “me espresso,” and reflect on all the new music that has come out these past few months.
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  Artist of the Issue: Emma Yan

  Saisha Ghai Assistant Arts Editor '27
  Art has always been a central part of life for Emma Yan ’24. Beginning as a writer in preschool to a now celebrated member of the Hopkins art community, she is, to her core, a dedicated artist.
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  Cracking the Case of Comedy: Junior School Players Shine in “The Alibis”

  Olivia Yu ’27 Assistant Arts Editor
  Laughter and suspense go hand in hand in “The Alibis” performed by the Junior School Players. Since the return from Spring break, Director Hope Hartup and the Junior School cast have been working hard to perfect their production. On Friday, May 10, they made their debut at the Woodbridge Club, followed by another performance on Saturday, May 11.

• History of Spam Jam

  Liliana Dumas ’26 Arts Editor
  Every June, harmonies reverberate across campus as the hard work of Hopkins’ a cappella groups culminates at Spam Jam. Spam Jam started as a small gathering in Upper Heath and has evolved to an annual concert under the graduation tent. On June 6 at 7:00 pm, Triple Trio and Harmonaires, the two acapella groups on campus, will end their year with a performance that features both fast and slow melodies, celebrates their seniors, and fills campus with music.
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  Music Festivals

  Miri Levin Arts Editor '26
  Whether it be Coachella in California or Governors Ball in New York, music festival season is upon us. For many, the bold fashion choices, dust-filled lungs, and blistered feet are the highlight of their summer. This festival season, however, is different from the rest: as my friends and I reviewed the Gov Ball lineup, we found ourselves looking forward not to Post Malone, 21 Savage, or SZA, but rather to smaller artists such as Chapel Roan and Faye Webster. It seems as though these micro-artists have piqued the interest of music festival attendees, and are the beginning of a new era of music. 
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  Artist of the Issue: Leila Hyder ’24

  Olivia Yu ’27 Assistant Arts Editor
  Throughout her life, Leila Hyder ’24 has been surrounded by inspiration for her art as an actress and a painter. Recognized for her contributions to Hopkins Drama Association (HDA) productions, she has influenced the Hopkins arts community.

• HDA Discovers The Importance of Being Earnest

  Saisha Ghai ’27 Assistant Arts Editor
  Comedy is a medium that can take many years to master, but HDA is doing it in just a little under a month. Throughout the month of April, the Hopkins Drama Association (HDA) has been hard at work preparing for their production of “The Importance of Being Earnest” by Oscar Wilde, taking place at the Woodbridge Pool Club from April 25-27.
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  Sevvies Meet Seurat: Hopkins English and Art Galleries

  Liliana Dumas ’26 Arts Editor
  Student-made architecture models cast shadows on their baseplates, a chalkboard fills up with community- made art, and a light show by visiting artist Jason Ting dances across the wall. From student artwork to visiting artists, the Keator Gallery features a variety of artwork throughout the year. Hopkins’ own gallery, however, is not the only exposure to art exhibits students receive; proximity to the Yale Art Gallery and other art exhibitions allow for off-campus field trips and independent visits where students learn to observe and analyze art.
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  “Live From New Haven”... It’s the Winter One Acts!

  Grace Laliberte ’24 Arts Editor Ilana Lewitton ’26 Assistant Arts Editor
  Much preparation went into the Winter One Acts, performed on December 8 and 9 in Upper Heath. Skilled student directors and actors collaborated on the scenes, which were inspired by late-night sketch comedy.
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  Artist of the Issue: Alix Rawald

  Shriya Sakalkale ’24 Lead Arts Editor Olivia Yu ’26 Campus Correspondent
  For as long as she could remember, Alix Rawald ’24 has been surrounded by art.
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  Paint and Soothe: Clubs Curate New Art Therapy Gallery

  Jo Reymond ’26 Assistant Arts Editor Aerin O’Brien ’26 Campus Correspondent
  This winter, the Hopkins Art Club and Mental Health Awareness Club are teaming up to offer a space for the Hopkins community to escape the stress of the term exams and the doldrums of the cold, dark Connecticut
  winters. 
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  “Goodbye World,” Hello Our Town

  Grace Laliberte ’24 Arts Editor Jo Reymond ’26 Assistant Arts Editor
  On October 19, 20, and 21 the Hopkins Drama Association performs the play Our Town, written by Thornton Wilder, at the Woodbridge Pool Club.
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  Artist of the Issue: Vedant Aryan

  Ilana Lewitton ’26 Assistant Arts Editor Anvi Pathak ’26 Assistant Arts Editor
  As a member of the Hopkins Drama Association, a trombone player in the Jazz Band, and the Head of Dance Crew, Vedant Aryan ’24 is an active member of the Hopkins arts community.
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  Cracking the Color Code: Keator Gallery Presents New Exhibit

  Shriya Sakalkale ’24 Lead Arts Editor
  From September 5 to October 22, the Keator Gallery is hosting Color Code, a vibrant art installation that has piqued the curiosity of students and faculty across campus.
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  “New Haven From Above”: New WCAC Mural

  Rose Robertson ’24 Editor-in-Chief Hanna Jennings ’24 Managing Editor
  Over this past summer, Katherine Tombaugh ’24

  has been busy beautifying the Walter Camp Athletic Cen-
  ter.
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  Back to the Fringe: HDA Takes on Scotland

  Shriya Sakalkale ’24 Lead Arts Editor Grace Laliberte ’24
  This past August, the Hopkins Drama Association (HDA) had the opportunity to travel to Edinburgh, Scotland. The trip, which was centered around Edinburgh’s Fringe Festival, the world’s largest performance arts festival, allowed Hilltoppers to take in a multitude of productions and simultaneously experience the city’s rich artistic community.