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The Circle Voice

The Student Newspaper of Groton School

The Circle Voice

Andrew Practicing

Artist of the Issue: Andrew Lei

Claire Lee ’20, Assistant Arts Editor February 5, 2019

Who was the man behind the electric bass during the performance of “The Man in the Mirror” on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Groton’s exceptionally talented bass player: Andrew Lei ’19.  He frequents...

Elizabeth (center) in Under the Big Top

Alumni Spotlight on Elizabeth Dickson ’15

Grace Oh ’21 February 5, 2019

Elizabeth Dickson ’15 was a small girl with big dreams growing up in New Jersey. As a child, she was fortunate enough to go to see Broadway plays such as The Lion King, and “sat in awe” watching...

Art or Stunt?

Isabel Cai ’22 November 10, 2018

“The urge to destroy is also a creative urge—Picasso.” Banksy posted this caption along with a video on his Instagram, admitting that he was involved in the destruction of his own painting this October...

Drop the Mic: Declining Open Mic Attendance

Katherine Johnson ’20 and Kamsi Onwochei ’20 November 10, 2018

For the past few years, one of the most popular events at Groton has been Open Mic night. Students and faculty used to regularly pack Gammons Recital Hall, usually exceeding the number of chairs provided....

Welcoming Mr. Chase Back to the Circle

Welcoming Mr. Chase Back to the Circle

Claire Lee ’20, Assistant Arts Editor November 10, 2018

Groton’s previous interim headmaster Peter Camp, once described Gordon Chase, saying “He looks at the world through Chase coloured glasses, in which there is but one pair.” Classics teacher Andy...

Changes to the Dance Program

Changes to the Dance Program

Hannah Gold ’22 and Annie Pei ’22 November 10, 2018

This year, Mary Ann Lanier, the Performing Arts Department Head, decided to make adjustments to the dance program in response to student feedback. These changes include new leadership, an emphasis on student...

Artist of the Issue: Julien Alam

Artist of the Issue: Julien Alam

Eliza Powers ’20, Assistant Arts Editor November 10, 2018

“Most of my characters have really just been different parts of me,” said Julien Alam ’19. But they are also all different—ranging from a middle-aged grieving father in Scotland to a club owner...

Revamping Visual Arts

Revamping Visual Arts

Charles Wahba ’20 October 19, 2018

This year, the Visual Art Department is seeking more opportunities for students and faculty on the Circle to showcase and appreciate artwork. Groton’s art teachers and prefects have come together to...

When Hi-Tech Meets Runway

Isabel Cai ’22 October 19, 2018

At Paris’ Palais des Beaux-Arts, on a podium in the center of the catwalk, a model stands motionless under the piercing spotlight, while a stream of water trickles down from the ceiling. The knee-length...

A Review of Crazy Rich Asians

A Review of Crazy Rich Asians

Derek Hu ’21 October 19, 2018

Growing up as an Asian American, most of the faces I saw on screen were white. While I aspired to have their courage, wit, and charm, I rarely saw an Asian character that I could strive to be like. When...

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