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December 2017

Volume LXXX, No. 4

(L to R) Shiply 9th grader Libby Ronon and Fifth Former Jeffrey Pendergast in the finale of Henry V.

VINCENT SCAUZZO ’20 There are many things that make a play worth watching: a good script, good acting, famous ac-

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tors, or even a famous playwright. In the case of Henry V, this year’s Fall Play directed by Mr. Darren Hengst, the playwright’s name, Shakespeare, draws an audience to the play. The name is syn-

onymous with drama, humor, and complexity of dialogue. The challenge of delivering Shakespeare is one of the the hardest in theater production. I must congratulate the cast and Mr. Hengst

Losing players is never easy, but it does offer some valuable lessons and opportunities. Rooney believes this situation will only help the team.

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for all their effort in this performance. Performing Shakespeare is a sign of great ability and experience, traits that both the production staff and the cast possess. The cast consisted of some returning theater veterans such as Fifth Former Jeffrey Pendergast, Fifth Former Thomas Russell, and Sixth Former Spencer Davis. There were also some new members in the cast, such as Third Formers Kethan Srinivasan and Randy Park. The show also included three female cast members: Libby Ronon from Shipley, Madeleine Mulder from Harriton, and Rachel Bunado from Sacred Heart. Many students participated solely in the dramatic battle scene to learn the art of stage fighting and to wield a broad sword. I have seen some Shakespeare in the past and read some in school, but I had never seen Henry V. One of Shakespeare’s slightly less popular plays compared to Romeo and Juliet or Hamlet, I did not know the plot of Henry V going in. I said to myself before viewing that I would make every effort to listen to and translate the dialogue. But alas, I ended up looking for a summary on SparkNotes during the intermission. I don’t blame the actors’ delivery for my inability to understand the dialogue, but multiple roles by the same people, such as Fourth Former Kwaku Adubofour, did make understanding more difficult. On the other hand, knowing that Pendergast would always be King Henry made his role easier to understand. Thomas Russell’s narration as Captain Fluellen helped plot comprehension; he was the only actor whose different roles worked because of the character variety. cont pg. 15

Hockey hits hard in home-opener MATT MIGNUCCI ’20

Haverford Hockey has recently come off of its first championship in the Independence League since 2009. Last year’s championship team earned 13-4 record. They look forward to following last year with another great season. However, with the absence of a few key seniors, the team must find a new mojo. Fifth Form goalie Carson Rooney said, “The departure of our seniors is definitely going to challenge and affect us as a team, but I am certain that our group of men are up for that challenge.”

Our team chemistry has improved and we are learning how to play with each other. We might have to change our gameplay a little bit, but we are discovering each other’s strengths and weaknesses and that helps us to play as a wellfunctioning team. -Carson Rooney ’19

“It has [already] helped gel us together as one team,” Rooney said. “Our team chemistry has improved and we are learning how to play with each other. We might have to change our gameplay a little bit, but we are discovering each other’s strengths and weaknesses and that helps us to play as a well-functioning team. The absence of our previous seniors does affect us, but it doesn’t affect us negatively and gives our new seniors opportunities to become leaders on this team.” As far as the team’s expectations for following up this remarkable season, Rooney said, “Defending champions and nothing less. As a team, I think there is an implied notion that we want to win it all and that we are very capable of doing so.

on, we will continue to connect as a team and we will also look for our seniors to lead us on the ice, but once we get going there will be no stopping us.” The team’s championship last year was an amazing team effort, but a huge part of their great run was due to the unmatchable student support. Rooney said, “[I was] super proud of the student support last year, especially during the championship game. The student section was so rowdy, and the environment was awesome. The team really appreciates when the support is as high as it was last year, and we would really appreciate it if we could have the same amount of support. We will have a tougher road than we did last year, and support during the regular season games would mean a great amount to the team because we are going to have a great season.”

Bobby Gibson ’18 fights for the puck against Lower Merion last year.

MR. JIM ROESE

SAMUEL TURNER ’18

CAMERON HOORFAR ’17

Robb Soslow ’18 shares a work of art from Montana on pg. 15

Athlete spotlight: Peter Miller ’18 on pg. 11

MR. JIM ROESE


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