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Peddie Theater Hits a Home Run With Damn Yankees

Michael Wu ’28, Staff Writer March 10, 2025

On February 20, 21, and 22, Geiger Reeves Theater was brought to life with a wonderful production of the musical Damn Yankees by Douglass Wallop and George Abbott. Over 100 students worked around the clock...

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Pit Orchestra Spotlight

Jessica Kim ʼ27, Staff Writer March 10, 2025

On February 20, 21 and 22, the Peddie Theater Department staged performances of the lively and captivating musical Damn Yankees, showcasing the talents of both the actors and the dedicated musicians behind...

Li Gengxi and Peng Yuchang in “Viva La Vida”

A Movie a Day Over Winter Break

Chloe Yang ’27, Assignment Editor February 5, 2025

*Note: I include short summaries of each film so you’ll know what I’m talking about. These summaries are taken from IMDb and don’t have any spoilers. However, if you want to see one of these movies...

Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides

Dune II: The Best Release of 2024

Chloe Yang ’27, Assignment Editor February 5, 2025

*This review is spoiler-free for any of the “Dune” movies. It contains a brief synopsis.  Looking back at the past year (and because I realized my reviews are often quite negative), I wanted to...

Rayan Khan ’25, Winner of the 157th Declamation Speaking Contest

The Dec Contest: Exceptional Oratory Talent

Justin Zhang ’28, Staff Writer February 5, 2025

On Friday, January 17, the Declamation Speaking Contest returned for its 157th year. Set in Ding Music Hall, the competition embodies Peddie itself. The venue provided the perfect stage for students to...

"Damn Yankees" Swings for the Fences

“Damn Yankees” Swings for the Fences

Chloe Yang ’27 February 5, 2025

This year’s winter musical, “Damn Yankees,” is showing in Geiger-Reeves Hall on February 20, 21 and 22 at 7:30 p.m. Be sure to tune in and witness the talent of our actors, singers, dancers, set...

Freshman Musical: The Fantasmagorical Performance

Freshman Musical: The Fantasmagorical Performance

Annette Chien ’28, Staff Writer December 3, 2024

As the fall term came to a close, on November 16, a group of talented 9th graders bid farewell to the season with a spectacular show — the anticipated Freshman Musical. As part of the freshman arts course,...

Whodunit? The Cast and Crew of the Fall Play Might Have A Clue!

Whodunit? The Cast and Crew of the Fall Play Might Have A Clue!

Stephanie Oh ’26, Managing Editor December 3, 2024

This October, the cast and crew of the fall play “Clue” brought the beloved board game to life on stage. “Clue” follows a mysterious and hectic night at Boddy Manor, where six secretive guests...

Alan Michaels

Peddie Musicians Take on New Orleans 

Leena Mirchandani ’25, Editor-in-Chief April 30, 2024

For this spring long weekend, over sixty Peddie students and six faculty members immersed themselves in the vibrant culture of the French Quarter Jazz Festival. Students started their travels on Friday,...

The Barber and His Wife – A Trip to Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Nikita Goyal ’26, Staff Writer April 30, 2024

Swing your razors high, Sweeney! March 24, 2024, marked a special tradition in Peddie’s wide array of student events, as it was the third and last Broadway trip of the year. Peddie’s Broadway trips...

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Getting Ready For “Peter and The Starcatcher”: Why You Should Watch It

Stephanie Oh ’26, Staff Writer April 30, 2024

In addition to AP exams, prom and commencement, an event to look forward to in May is Peddie’s spring play. Just like additional events in the spring term, the preparation process for the spring play...

Peddie's Zazzy Production of The Prom Really Changed Lives

Peddie’s Zazzy Production of The Prom Really Changed Lives

Sophie Wang ’27, Staff Writer March 30, 2024

  Vibrant colors, dazzling music and pride flags were in the air. From the glitz and glam of Broadway stars to the heartfelt struggles of a high school girl, the whole musical is a rollercoaster...

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