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Arts & Entertainment covers the various wondrous events concerning dance, theater, music and visual arts that Xavier displays.

Monica Nitu works meticulously to produce the fourth issue of The Playful Porpoise. She balances this while finishing off her senior year at Xavier College Preparatory.

The Playful Porpoise: by students, for students

Chloe Beery, Arts & Entertainment Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
May 3, 2024
In light of the potential ban, Xavier student debates whether she should delete TikTok. She loves watching videos but feels it distracts her from her studies.

From likes to legislation: The Potential TikTok Ban

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer
April 25, 2024

Showcase of Opportunity: Nurturing student talent at Art Feast

MJ Martinez, Editor-in-chief and Best of SNO award-winning writer
April 18, 2024
Xavier students walk the runway representing cross country at the parade of activities in last years fashion show. The parade of activities is when seniors show off the clubs, sports and activities at Xavier in uniforms.

Xavier prepares for upcoming senior fashion show

Faith Gwati, Staff Writer
April 11, 2024
A young Macy Bonnett takes the stage as the lead in “Annie” in 2018. In early March she will continue her legacy and perform as the lead in Xavier’s production of “Mary Poppins.” (Photo courtesy of Renee Wekheiser)

Young actress pursues success

Chloe Beery, Arts & Entertainment Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
February 29, 2024
On Saturday, February 24, 2024, Alondra Castaneda and her father pose on bikes at Xaviers first Father Daughter Festival. Xaviers dads and daughters joined together for a new-and-improved father-daughter night on the Xavier campus, transitioning from the father- daughter dance. (Photo courtesy of Alondra Castaneda)

Father Daughter Festival makes changes

Faith Gwati, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024
During 8th hour in Steele 130, Dance Club members learn from professional swing dancer, Steve Conrad, assisted by Xavier’s own dance teacher Kelly Scovel. The group is filled with a variety of students, with various backgrounds in dance.

Xavier’s Dance Club: ‘It’s not just for dancers; it’s for everyone’

Chloe Beery, Arts & Entertainment Editor
February 15, 2024
A small portion of the new artwork in Stark Gallery is conveyed; the full exhibit spans across the wall. Mary Lucking, a local artist, came to visit Xavier and talk about her work on Thursday, February 1.

‘Negotiations and Love Songs:’ New in Stark Gallery

Ellie Hilsabeck, Staff Writer
February 8, 2024
In Xavier’s Grubb Lecture hall, Soledad Tumialán ‘27 gives a passionate performance of her selected poem. In preparation for the contest, participants memorized two poems and chose one to deliver to the judges in the Xavier-wide competition.

Poetry Out Loud contest encourages young performers

Jane Burkhardt, Staff Writer
February 1, 2024
Each year, Xavier partners up with the Phoenix Zoo’s Zoo Lights program to continue an annual tradition for students and families. The night before Zoo Lights official opening, the Xavier community fills the zoo, enjoying the magic of the lights and attractions spread throughout the complex. (Photo courtesy of Carly Evatt)

Zoo Lights and Christmas Market bring joy to Xavier students during holiday season

Rachel Shprecher, Staff Writer
December 7, 2023
Different art is seen on the wall in the Stark Gallery in mid-October. In early December, this work will be replaced with new art from local artist Diane Sanborn. (Photo courtesy of Savannah Landrum Taylor)

Stark Gallery provides support for local artists

Savannah Landrum Taylor, Staff Writer
November 30, 2023
International Thespian Society promotes young performers

International Thespian Society promotes young performers

Chloe Beery, Arts & Entertainment Editor
November 16, 2023
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