PAge 8
JUNe 2010
ARTS&eNTeRTAINMeNT
Not Miserables At All
Neha Patel ’11 News Editor
NHS Students Performing
Jean Valjean (John Cunsolo ’11), number 24601, is released by the officer Javert (Alex Handler ’10). He escapes and starts a new life but Fantine (Siena Dryden ’10) is on the verge of death so he promises to look after her girl Cosette (Nicole Monahan ’10).
Iron Man 2 Is Rusted
Norwalk’s Home Of Arts
Kristen Cordero ’10 Staff Writer
The development at seventy-one Wall Street, Norwalk Connecticut, started out as a home to the arts at the turn of last century, and at its prime in the mid ‘90s, went under the name of “The Globe Theatre” and became one of Norwalk’s most prominent music venues. The Globe Theatre has since closed down, but has recently been passed on to new owners who plan to usher in its revival in hopes to liven Norwalk’s cultural scene. “The Globe was a really fun place,” said Scott Frosch, a resident of Norwalk. “It’s a shame it closed down, I saw a few great acts there.” Opening in 1994, The Globe provided a stage for acts such as The Go-Go’s, Squeeze, They Might be Giants, The Violent Fems, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Joan Jett and the Black Hearts, and Robert Cray. The theatre was composed of a main floor with standing room only, as well as a steep balcony, providing room for the various types of people that the music attracted.
“Home sweet home!” said Flaco Zacarias, a member of The Globe Theatre group on Facebook, where concert-goers post there memories and pictures from their times at the venue. Owners are hoping that the reopening of the venue’s doors will once again attract the masses to downtown Norwalk and become a place of recreation for the new generation. “I think re-opening up the globe theater would be fantastic,” offered Juan Velasquez (’11). “Not only can we book bands to come down here but it makes Norwalk better. I also think it would be a great place for teens to hang out at and keep them out of trouble.” Residents of Norwalk can look out for “Rap City USA” who will be making the Globe their home in the near future. Photo Credit: Kristen Cordero
Photo Credit: Ashely Cortes
Norwalk High School’s annual spring musical was a great success this year and definitely exceeded my expectations. Les Mis was watched and enjoyed by kids of all ages, teenagers from other high schools, and adults. Les Miserables, a French musical that takes place in the early 1800s, is a favorite of band director Mr. Smith, musical director Ms. Pettibone, and orchestra director Ms. Saccomano. It starts off in a prison where
As the plot unfolds about nine years later, a twist of love fills the air including Eponine (Marcela Osorio ’11), Marius (Ryan Swick ’11), and Cosette. The climax of the story is great because of the emotions it invokes from the audience as a little boy dies in the war, a girl gives up her life for the man that will never love her, and an officer commits suicide by jumping off a bridge. However, it was also hilarious to the point of a stomach ache, especially thanks to the Thenardier couple (Gina Cunsolo ’10 and Michael St. Lawrence ’11). The pit and tech crew were also amazing Their music and management added to increase the intensity of the play. They spent a lot of time on the musical right along with the cast and did an amazing job. Although the cast, pit, and crew worked very hard, there were definitely obstacles that had to be overcome. Some students became sick from the stomach virus or lost their voice, but by opening night everything was resolved. Problems also arose when students could no longer take part in the musical because they ‘H’ed the third quarter. However, the replacements did a wonderful job in learning their roles in a short amount of time. Congratulations to everyone who was involved and especially Mr. Smith, Mrs. Pettibone, and Mrs. Cutuli-Block for making it happen!
THE PAW PRINT
The Globe Theater in Norwalk CT
American Idiot In Lights
Chris Santaniello ’10
Luke Porco ’11
Staff Writer
Staff Writer
The latest block buster super hero sequel has arrived and this time it is actually some what good unlike past sequels like Spider-Man 3, or the unforgettable and unforgivable Batman and Robin movie from the mid 90s’. In this movie Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) actually has a real opponent, which is played by Mickey Rourke. The characters in the film are performed very well considering how ridiculous some the plot is, but that can be said for any super hero film. The amount of stars in this film is very surprising considering how good it is. In most films when you have an all star cast like Robert Downey Jr., Don Cheadle and Gwyneth Paltrow, disaster is almost expected. After watching the films back to back, the differences between the first and second are noticeable, Don Cheadle replaces Terrence Howard as Stark’s best friend. The sequel does not revolve around Iron Man’s play boy attitude and has more sub-plots to keep the movie going. The film does have a couple of odd plot holes and the script seems like it was a bit more rushed than the original, but other than that it’s mostly good. The biggest surprise in the film for me was seeing Samuel Jackson pop on to the screen and actually not yelling all of his lines and giving a some what good performance. With plot twists and tons of action scenes it makes sense why this film did so well in the box office, just definitely watch the original first, because it could get a little bit confusing if you do not exactly remember the first film.
American Idiot, the Broadway musical based on Green Day’s 2004 album of the same name, is currently playing on Broadway at the St. James Theater. It opened on April 20 and is currently playing. The play is about a guy named Johnny and his two friends, Will and Tunny, who live in suburbia (known as Jingletown). They do not like their lives which are being taken over by media and its influence impacting the world. They decide to get away from their normal lives and go to the city. However, they all take different paths as Will finds out his girlfriend is pregnant and has to stay in suburbia. Johnny and Tunny go to the city and also take separate paths as Johnny takes advantage of the city and meets girls and takes drugs. Meanwhile, Tunny sees a commercial for the army and enlists. The play shows their lives as they progress and the events that occur. Throughout the musical, all the songs from the album were sung, as well as some songs from Green Day’s newest album, 21st Century Breakdown and it went well with the story. The actors did a great job of acting as they played their parts while singing. Also, there was a band on stage which gave the play a lot more depth for the songs. It was a very fun and enjoyable play to watch. I would definitely recommend it not only to fans of Green Day and their music, but also people who are fans of plays or people who want to enjoy a good experience.
SCHOOL IS DONE, TIME FOR SOME SUMMER FUN! June 24-August 5 Alive @ Five
July 2-11 Shakespeare on the sound
Pinkney Park Colombus Park Roger Sherman Baldwin PK. Rowayton, CT Stamford, Ct Greenwich, CT 177 Rowayton Avenue 205 MAin St. 100 Arch Street 7:30 PM 5:00 PM 7:30 PM No Monday Performances No Monday Performances
July 21 relive the woodstock
august 4 the magic show
Calf Pasture Norwalk, Ct Rain Date July 22 7:00 PM
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