Illustration by Elaine Yang Staff Illustrator 3/5 stars The Star Wars franchise has ridden a bumpy road. From the excellence of A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back to the utter failure of Attack of the Clones and The Phantom Menace, the series has been all over the place in terms of quality. Yet […]
SPHS Dance Team tackles gender equality in its winter performance “Phenomenal Woman”
Story by Ben Clark Staff Writer Photos by Luke Quezada Staff Photographer Students and South Pasadena families filtered into the auditorium on Thursday, December 7th to enjoy a winter dance concert performed by the SPHS Dance Team. It was a brisk night outside but the auditorium retained a warm and jovial atmosphere as its guests […]
South Pas High School and Middle School choirs unite with music for winter concert
Photo by Thomas Forman Photo Editor The South Pasadena High School and Middle School choirs joined together Wednesday night for a choir performance in the SPMS auditorium featuring almost 100 voices, from sixth graders to seniors. The theater was packed with nearly every seat filled. Ms Donovan-Jones, the director and choir teacher at both the […]
Love, life and meaning in Almost, Maine
Images courtesy of Shari Corell Almost, Maine is about love, about falling in and out of love, about love in all of its forms. Through a harmonious combination of emotional performances, creative set design, and a universal subject matter, the SPHS Drama department has reached a new level of quality. The fall production of Almost, […]
Blaze Pizza is now slinging fresh pies on Fair Oaks following a grand opening
Photos by Isaac Marziali Staff Videographer SPHS students and other South Pasadena locals lined up down the block outside of 1100 Fair Oaks Avenue on Thursday, November 30 for the long-awaited opening Blaze Pizza. The acclaimed pizza chain recently purchased the building that once belonged to Blockbuster which had been vacated for several years. On […]
Buddy Chicken offers a crispy bite from Taiwan at the Santa Anita Mall
Photos by Thomas Forman Photography Editor The Santa Anita Mall food court might not conjure images of top quality eateries, but the new outdoor dining area challenges the bad status assigned to food court fare. The surrounding San Gabriel Valley, with a burgeoning asian food scene, is apparent in the new spots at the mall. […]
Professional actors work with drama students during two-day “actor invasion”
Story by Ben Clark Staff Writer Photos by Alicia Alderete Staff Photographer SPHS drama classes had the opportunity to perform alongside professional actors at the “actor invasion,” a two-day event that was introduced by drama teacher Mr. Nick Hoffa last year. Several talented film and television actors, including CSI’s Mitchell Fink and former Grey’s Anatomy […]
South Pas’ annual Arts Crawl lights up Mission Street
Story by Dominic Marziali Staff Writer Photos by Isaac Marziali Videographer Residents from South Pasadena and surrounding cities came together on Saturday night to clog sidewalks and show their small town spirit for the annual Arts Crawl in the Mission Street business area. Dozens of local artists put their work on display, selling hand painted […]
Sugarmynt Gallery hosts its annual Halloween show
Story by Sofie Dreskin Staff Writer Photos by Alicia Alderete Staff Photographer The Sugarmynt gallery opened its annual Halloween show, “Welcome to Haddonfield II” on Saturday, September 17 providing a fresh change from South Pasadena’s typically quiet nightlife. The gallery’s eye-catching and colorful exterior drew the attention of young people looking to enjoy an evening […]
Personality Profile: Naoki Yamaguchi
Meet Naoki Yamaguchi. On any given day, he might adorn platform shoes and bell bottom pants, or a Homburg. His closet spans decades, ranging from the early 20th century, to the 70s, and beyond.
“It” finds success as a horror film but mediocrity as an adaptation
Story by Dashiel Bove and Ben Clark Staff Writers Illustration by Isabella Frescura Staff Illustrator 3.5/5 Stars In 1986, Stephen King’s tour de force horror novel It was published to much critical acclaim. King’s novel focused on the story of 7 friends in the 1950s and their clash with a supernatural force that took the […]
Personality Profile: Lindsey Calva
Story by Elizabeth Bock Staff Writer Photo by Alicia Alderete Staff Photographer During her freshman year, junior Lindsey Calva starred in the SPHS production of Company as one of the only underclassmen in the cast, a huge achievement for her age. With years of singing and acting lessons under her belt, she found that the […]
Mae-ting’s and the LAX-C Market are Thai culinary havens in Chinatown
Story by Alex Betts Staff Writer Photos by Luke Quezada Staff Photographer Summer breaks have always allowed me to experience various cultures in other cities, ranging from bustling New York to the calming, tall redwoods of Yosemite. Despite my travels throughout America, I remained unfamiliar with the plethora of cultures within Los Angeles that provide […]
David Seo takes us to Koreatown, where the dining table unites
Story and Photos by David Seo Senior Staff Writer This past summer, I had the awesome opportunity to visit South Korea and immerse myself in the culture. My father, who was raised and lives in Seoul, brought me to the best restaurants and I (tastily) experienced the diverse range of cuisine available in the capital […]
At Icho Izakaya, decadent sushi is served alongside a slew of Chinese influences
Written by Christine Mao Staff Writer Photo by Alicia Alderete Staff Photographer A cool gust of air conditioning, the pleasant clatter of plates, and a lively atmosphere greets customers as they step through the glass doors of Icho Izakaya. Located in Temple City, this Japanese restaurant fuses traditional Japanese cuisine with Chinese dishes. Upon entrance, […]
A conversation with David Speck, the new Assistant Principal of Student Services
Story and Photo by Brandon Yung Online Managing Editor David Speck was recently hired as South Pasadena High School’s newest Assistant Principal of Student Services. He fills the position after the departure of Ginger Merritt-Paul, who is now the Principal at the International Polytechnic High School in Pomona. The role of Assistant Principal of Student […]