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Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Is This the Fairest Disney Adaptation of Them All?

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Is This the Fairest Disney Adaptation of Them All?

Sara Vélez Patiño, Co-Editor in Chief April 15, 2025

Snow White has been my favorite Disney princess ever since I watched the original film at the tender age of three. I was borderline obsessed—I owned everything from Snow White sweaters, to dresses,...

Grier student singing in the choir.

Spring Into Song

Sara Vélez Patiño, Co-Editor in Chief April 15, 2025

On Saturday, March 29th, the Grier community gathered in the auditorium for the Spring Music Concert and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. From jazzy rhythms to emotional songs and iconic film scores,...

Zoe Saldaña's acceptance speech after winning Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her interpretation of Rita Mora Castro in "Emilia Pérez"

Hollywood’s Biggest Night: The Good, The Bad, and The Unexpected

Sara Vélez Patiño, Co-Editor In Chief March 7, 2025

It’s finally March, and while the slushy snow slowly evaporates and the flowers start to bloom, it’s time for my favorite night of the year—Hollywood’s biggest night. The Oscars! The 97th Academy...

Group picture of designers, models, backstage managers, and advisor Ms. Piotti

Walking the (Grier) Runway

Quinn Caitlin, Co-Editor In Chief March 7, 2025

“Life is a party. Dress like it.” —Audrey Hepburn After months of meticulous planning, the Fashion Club debuted its first official fashion show on February 28th. Led by founders, Sara Vélez Patiño,‘25,...

High Fashion or High Confusion?

High Fashion or High Confusion?

Sara Vélez Patiño, Editor-in-Chief February 28, 2025

While the cold air blows through New York City, the streets themselves become runways. Well-dressed celebrities in oversized sunglasses breeze past fashion interns clutching garment bags and half-empty...

The Grammys are a Gray Area for Diverse Artists: By Olivia Alicéa

The Grammys are a Gray Area for Diverse Artists: By Olivia Alicéa

Olivia Alicéa, A&E Editor February 13, 2025

The 2025 Grammys had a lot to offer, but there were definitely some notable moments that left me with mixed feelings. Most of the performances were nothing short of spectacular. Collaborations between...

Cast of Grier School's musical production, "Wonderland" with accomplished choreographer, Ahmad Simmons

Musical Mania: The School Musical Is Setting the Bar High and They Have Only Just Begun

Irene Back February 13, 2025

Every spring, Grier holds the school musical, which entertains not only students and staff, but also piques the interest of people from the outside world. This coming spring, Grier’s Musical Theater...

Stella Adler, Subway | Gold Key (Mixed Media)

Scholastic Arts Competition Winners

Sara Vélez Patiño, Journalist February 13, 2025

Congratulations to all those who won and participated in the Scholastic Arts & Writing Competition! Students submit work to a regional set of judges, and those that win Gold Keys, or first place, go...

Movie Review: Mufasa

Movie Review: Mufasa

Olivia Alicéa, A&E Editor January 30, 2025

“Mufasa: The Lion King”  (2024) is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant prequel to the beloved 1994 classic "The Lion King." Directed by Barry Jenkins, this film dives into the backstory of...

Lights, Camera, Oscar: A Look at the 97th Academy Award Nominees

Lights, Camera, Oscar: A Look at the 97th Academy Award Nominees

Sara Vélez Patiño, Editor-in-Chief January 30, 2025

While the snow melts into a slushy mix of ice and dirt, sunny Los Angeles is starting to prepare for the most exciting moment of the year, the Oscars–or, as I like to call it, Christmas day for film...

Sara Vélez interviews Fernanda Schmal for "In the Fox Den."

AV’s New Talk Show Sounds Off on Student Resilience and Talent

Sarah Kuntz, Journalist January 30, 2025

Grier’s Audio Visual (AV) Club has started a new talk show called “In the Fox Den.” The AV Club, advised by Mr. Beckel, is a student run club that broadcasts Grier TV, a weekly news show put together...

Grier School Gala

Grier School Gala

Sara Vélez Patiño, Editor-in-Chief December 11, 2024

As the autumn leaves started to fall, and the trees around campus began to turn different shades of orange or crimson red, Grier dancers returned to campus looking forward to the most exciting dance event...

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