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Coblentz shares his journey through art

Coblentz shares his journey through art

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline May 4, 2023
Freshman Fletcher Coblentz experiments with different styles of art and sketching techniques.
MARIO TIME. Opening the movie with the more professional, plumber, side of the Mario and Luigi storyline added a unique dimension to the story that didn’t focus just on game.

[MOVIE REVIEW] Super Mario Bros. Movie succeeds through game play and plot

Nelson Wodarz, RubicOnline May 4, 2023
The Super Mario Bros. Movie holds the record for the highest-grossing animated film at the box office after just four weeks.
CREATIVE MINDS. The middle sculpture, made by Wyatt Tait, is about spring and community. The other sculptures are made by local sculpture artists.

Tait brings artistic talent outside

Clara Ann Bagnoli, The Rubicon May 3, 2023
Senior Wyatt Tait's art will be on display in the FauxBloom Sculpture Garden through May 7th.
BACK IN BLACK. Hamlet wears predictable black – he is the only character who does not change costume - which reflects his unwillingness to let go of his father and his resulting fixture in the past.

[THEATER REVIEW] Guthrie celebrates 60 years with the play that began it all, Hamlet

Aarushi Bahadur, RubicOnline May 3, 2023
Overall, Director Joseph Haj’s production is remarkably accessible, if lacking nuance.
From @labrinth on Instagram. The artist posted the album cover to his social media right as the album dropped at midnight.

[ALBUM REVIEW] Labrinth showcases lyrical and sonic storytelling talents on Ends & Begins

Alison Mitchell, RubicOnline May 2, 2023
The artist's sixth studio album showcases his skills as both a singer and producer and features both Billie Eilish and Zendaya.
Floral creativities: a walk through on creating a paper bouquet

Floral creativities: a walk through on creating a paper bouquet

Annie Zhang, The Rubicon May 1, 2023
Giving flowers can express love, compassion, and displays a sense of thoughtfulness.
POWERFUL CAST. The Newsies cast of 27 ranges from ages of 10 to 18, all of which are spectacular actors.

Switzer and Karmaliani find family through theater

Annie Bai, The Rubicon April 30, 2023
Young newspaper sellers on the streets of New York City unite against powerful publishers to protest unfair conditions and fight for what’s right.
SOLO SPOTLIGHT. Ethan He plays the alto saxophone with passion. 
CREDIT: Smugmug

Annual Jazz Cabaret Performance Shines

Zadie Martin, RubicOnline April 29, 2023
SPA takes a new approach, moving the jazz band and seats to the Huss stage.
MUSICAL MEMORIES. Members of the class of 2023 reflect on their time at SPA during their final days at school.

What song represents your high school experience?

Eliana Mann, RubicOnline April 28, 2023
What song represents your high school experience?
INFLUENCING IN DISGUISE. De-influencing does not do enough to impede the consumerist culture on TikTok. Many influencers encourage users not buy popular products, but instead direct them towards cheaper and often less ethically made.

De-influencing might save money, but not TikTok’s consumerist culture

Clara McKoy, RubicOnline April 27, 2023
De-influencing encourages TikTok users not to buy certain products. Does it really curb overconsumption, though?
FLUORESCENT FLOWERS. The Como Park flower conservatory is has a vast variety of flowers. One of many exhibits that Como Park has to offer.

Enjoy blossoming beauty at Como Park Conservatory’s Spring Flower Show

Claire Kim, The Rubicon April 26, 2023
Catch spring in bloom at the Conservatory through Apr. 30.
STUDY TOOLS. Quizlet recently changed its once free app plan to include Quizlet Plus for $7.99 a month. While Quizlet still has some free tools, they are much more limited than they previously were. AnkiApp provides helpful digital flashcard tools for free.

Try out AnkiApp for a free Quizlet alternative

Alexandra Cardwell, RubicOnline April 26, 2023
AnkiApp is a good option for students looking to review flashcards on their mobile devices or cell phones.
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