One Direction fever: Is it all looks?
Kimberly Del Angel Staff Writer Over the last couple of months I have heard or read “One Direction” well over a hundred times, perhaps more than any other words (well, aside from YOLO [You Only Live Once]) — and I’m not exaggerating. If you don’t know, One Direction is an increasingly popular English boy band well known for competing on the U.K.’s X Factor. And I must report, after reaching out of my musical comfort zone and listening to a couple of songs that my friends constantly raved about, I was disappointed to discover they were just a Bieber-Jonas mix. Now I’m probably going to have millions of angry girls tossing death threats my way, but I…
2012′s “The Great Gatsby” good timing for CHS Juniors
By Erica Rohde Staff Writer Hollywood is revisiting the story of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby,” which is amazing timing for those of the 21st century wanting a more visual taste of the book. The previous version made in 1974 is at least visually outdated. Zack Sherman’s AP/GT English classes finished reading and discussing the book. Mr. Sherman even showed us the online game (probably made in the 80s). It seems that Hollywood is touching base with middle school and high school classrooms. First 2012’s “Lincoln,” and now I have another reason to combine school with the theatre (sort of). “The Great Gatsby” will be released December 25 of 2012. Click here for “The…
The Avengers hits theatres this friday
By Kelly Stewart Opinions Editor The long awaited movie The Avengers comes out this weekend to what is sure to be a huge fanbase. Starring a whole host of familiar faces – stars like Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man, Chris Evans as Capitan America and Scarlett Johansen as the Black Widow – the avengers is sure to draw attention from old fans and newcomers alike. Directed by Joss Whedon, who is famous among lovers of little known works Firefly and The Dollhouse, this will hopefully be a hit with fans and not just another formulaic Hollywood attempt to make a quick buck. Scoring an 8.9 on IMDb and a 97% on Rotten Tomatoes gives…
A new kind of gothic thriller in theatres this weekend
By Kelly Stewart Opinions Editor This weekend, a new kind of gothic horror will hit the big screen. The Raven opens this weekend, which tells the story of a Baltimore detective who joins forces with Edgar Allen Poe to find a serial killer who is modeling his targets after Poe’s books. Starring John Cusack as Poe and Luke Evans as the Detective, this movie is sure to be fast paced, and bring a new look to the classic stories of Poe. IMDb gives it a solid 6.8 out of 10 stars, something that might be worth seeing after dark.
Fame musical theater class delivers a taste of Broadway
By Christina Burke Staff Writer This weekend, the Fame musical theater class at Coppell High School will be taking the stage for their very own show, “One… Singular Sensation: A Taste of Broadway”. Directors Lisa Tabor and Albert Torres have worked hard with the assistance of choreographer Whitney Hennen to make sure that “One Singular Sensation” will be an unforgettable show. Students Michelle Bizzell, Kayla Boyer, Katie Condon, Saige Holst, Aimee Hyndman, Sierra Laybourn, Emily McIntyre, Diana Nyakundi, Mallory Osigian, Megan Rich, Suzanne Roberts, Alex Smith and Kayleigh Smith will sing and dance their way through a musical extravaganza that pays tribute to some of the most well known Broadway musicals of all time. Numbers will include…
The Wanted Special Edition album released in the US
By Tolu Salako Staff Writer When the phrase, “Boy band,” comes to mind, I can not help but think of a group of boys doing awkward synchronized dance routines using too much autotune. However, that is not the case when it comes to the band, The Wanted. I could not help being so excited that one of my favorite British bands’ new album will be released in the US. However, I could not help but be a little disappointed when I realized only the Special Edition album would be released on iTunes. My hope that iTunes would release The Wanted’s previous two albums are officially gone and it sad that some US fans may not…
Update: Mathai waves goodbye to The Voice
By Mary Whitfill Features Editor Coppell native and 2010 CHS graduate Sharon Mathai was eliminated on Tuesday’s episode of NBC’s The Voice after a performance of Carrie Underwood’s “Cowboy Casanova.” Determining its remaining four Top 8 semifinalists, coach Adam Levine eliminated Mathai and coach Cee Lo Green eliminated Cheesa Laureta. During the performances of their “last chance” song, fellow team member Katrina Parker, a singer from North Carolina, beat out Mathai after she performed “Perfect” by Pink. Christina Aguilera told Mathai she could “feel the nerves” in her performance, while Cee Lo said he liked her “aggression.” Levine told Parker and Mathai that making this decision “breaks [his] heart” and complimented Mathais’ “infectious” spirit. “I really…
Update: Mathai soars through another elimination on The Voice
By Mary Whitfill Features Editor The vocal teams of Hip-Hop artist Cee Lo Green and Maroon 5’s Adam Levine sent two more aspiring musicians home on tonight’s episode of NBC’s The Voice. Of the eight performing finalists, two were sent home by their coaches during the instant elimination rounds. Surviving this round of eliminations was Sharon Mathai, 18-year-old nursing student and Coppell native. Singing “I’m Like A Bird” by Nelly Furtado, Mathai’s coach Levine thought her performance was ‘great,’ and country artist Blake Shelton called it ‘beautiful.’ While they enjoyed the performance, Christina Aguilera was actually booed for elaborating on her preference of contestant Katrina Parker’s rendition of “Jar of Harts,” and told Mathai she…
VIVACE! to put a little love in audience’s hearts this spring
By Kimberly Del Angel Staff Writer At Coppell High School there are a variety of clubs and organizations in which students can get involved to showcase their talent. VIVACE! is among one of the branches of the choir department; this group strives to mix dancing along with singing to present an eye-catching, ear-pleasing show for all. On May 3-5, VIVACE! will be performing their last show of the year ’Put a Little Love in your Heart’. This performance will be dedicated to the former VIVACE! captain, Libbie Ainsworth, who passed away in January. The theme of the show derives from the classic 1969 hit single by Jackie Deshannon, and will also feature a variety of other music such as hip hop pieces and…
Think Like A Man released in theaters tomorrow
By Annie Wen Staff Writer Tomorrow Friday April 20 the new romantic comedy film Think Like a Man will be released in theaters everywhere. Think Like a Man is based off of the best selling Steve Harvey novel Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man. Stars of the film include Michael Ealy, Jerry Ferrara, Meagan Good, Regina Hall, Kevin Hart, Taraji P. Henson, Chris Brown, Keri Hilson, Kelly Rowland, Gabrielle Union, and Ron Artest. The film follows a group of interconnected and diverse men all pursuing different women. When the women they are pursuing buy Steve Harvey’s book they begin to live by his words and the quest for love becomes a war. Realizing…