JG’s Music Review: 6LACK Shines at the Joy Theater
(COVINGTON, La.) — 6LACK performed at the Joy Theater this past weekend and I was fortunate enough to be able to attend. My wonderful girlfriend surprised me with the 6LACK tickets at the Joy Theater. The Joy Theater is in downtown New Orleans on Canal Street. This historic theater opened up in 1947, and was […]
New Theater Director Begins New Era in St. Paul’s Theater
St. Paul’s new theater director revealed the 2018-2019 season in a surprise announcement in the school’s century-old theater. In a divergence in St. Paul’s theater tradition, Gordon Carmadelle selected two plays based on their connection to current events: To Kill a Mockingbird and Newsies. “I chose Mockingbird because after all these years, it’s still and relevant and […]
‘Fiddler on the Roof’ to Make Successful Return to Campus
(COVINGTON, La.) — It’s been 20 years since “Fiddler on the Roof” last made its appearance on the St. Paul’s Campus, but beginning on March 22 in the Alumni Memorial Theatre, the musical will once again play into the hearts of the community. The plot centers on Tevye, a poor Jewish milkman who is focused […]
Original One-Act Plays to Return to SPS
(COVINGTON, La.) — The annual “One-Act” plays put on by theater classes are making a return to St. Paul’s School. Rehearsals are now in progress, and all the acts will be performed Thursday, May 12, 2016, starting at 6 p.m. “The rehearsals (for the shows) are all coming really well,” Theater Director Denny Charbonnet said. […]
‘Deadliest Teacher’ Set For Triumphant Return
Coming soon to a campus near you… FACULTY MEMORANDUM [Classified Location] [Classified Time] Dear Faculty, It has come to my attention lately, as I’m sure it has with many of you, that the time for the 105th Deadliest Teacher Tournament is drawing near, which is completely mandatory for all faculty who don’t want to have […]
Upcoming Saenger Season Set to Thrill, Delight, Chill
In a world where screen time seems to be the preferred medium of entertainment, it’s sometimes nice to return to one of entertainment’s oldest and deepest roots, theatre. From the works of Socrates to the contemporary theatre, plays have captured and enamored audiences’ minds, hearts, and souls over thousands of years. A selection of contemporary […]
Top 5 True St. Paul’s Urban Legends
(COVINGTON, La.) — St. Paul’s School campus has undergone numerous changes and renovations in its 104-year history. Sometimes, with all of the renovations, construction, and changes, it becomes difficult to imagine what life was like 50 years ago on the campus of St. Paul’s School. Like any long-tenured establishment, rumors, myths, and legends have risen […]
‘GODSPELL’ to Cast a Spell over Campus
(COVINGTON, LA.) – Tickets are now on sale as the Marian Players prepare to debut their 25th anniversary production of “GODSPELL”, which will run March 19 through March 29 at the school’s Alumni Memorial Theatre.The run marks the fifth revival of the school production, which has run every five years since 1990. GODSPELL begins with […]
‘Anything Goes’: It Was De-Lovely
The St. Paul’s Marian Players finished up their run of the musical comedy “Anything Goes” on Sunday, April 6th. The show, which ran for nine performances, most of which were sold-old, was a great success and was greeted with positive feedback from the school community and the greater Northshore area. For additional information on […]
