The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

Many people tune in to watch Broadway shows staged on television.

Lights, camera…overture?

Nicole Poitras, Co-Editor In Chief January 26, 2017

The craze began in 2013 when NBC decided to take on what was then considered a monumental challenge: staging a Broadway-style production live on television. The Sound of Music Live! starred country singer...

The Jazz Band donned festive hats to ring in the season.

Setting the tone for the season: looking back on the 2016 Winter Concert

Hannah Balfour, Staff Writer January 12, 2017

On the evening of Dec. 15, groups from the Hollis Brookline Performing Arts Department showcased their work at the annual Hollis Brookline High School Winter Concert.   In preparation for the...

You bring the chainsaw-- I’ll bring the blowtorch

You bring the chainsaw– I’ll bring the blowtorch

Adriana Radosavljevic, Copy Editor January 10, 2017

On Monday, Jan. 9, the Wentworth Inn of Jackson, NH, will be hosting The Great Ice Carvers of New England Invitational Ice Carving Competition. At the 22nd annual competition, competitors from all over...

Mr. Perry shines onstage

One if by rock, two if by roll: British Invasion Night 2016

Nicole Poitras, Co-Editor In Chief January 9, 2017

Contrary to what co-emcee Ethan King ‘17 claimed in the opening skit, this year’s British Invasion Night had nothing to do with the War of 1812. However, it was the grooviest history lesson ever given...

Get these last minute gifts for family and friends!

Unique gifts under $20

Kat Pellerin, Op/Ed Editor December 23, 2016

Tired of the same old gifts, like jewelry, perfume, or sports memorabilia? Look no further for gift ideas that will put a smile (or a frown) on your recipient’s face, all while striking people off your...

Follow these tips to keep your head together like a good gingerbread house.

Keeping sanity over the holiday season

Adriana Radosavljevic, Copy Editor December 23, 2016

Holiday parties can be a huge hassle, but they don’t have to be. Make your seasonal celebration not only stress-free, but something to remember, by planning in advance!   Setting up is one...

Stars off the stage

Stars off the stage

Curtis Newton, Managing Editor December 19, 2016

Now that Hollis Brookline’s production of Alice: Through the Glass has drawn to a close, those who participated start to relax, knowing it will be a few weeks before preparations for the winter musical...

Five audition tips for thespians

Five audition tips for thespians

Ava Occhialini, A&E Editor December 17, 2016

Auditions for the Musical The Mystery of Edwin Drood are fast approaching on Monday, Dec. 19. Drood is a comedic, Victorian murder mystery in which the audience will choose “whodunnit” at the end of...

The Red Queen (Jess Putney 20) scolds Alice (Caroline Kroeger 17) in this weekends production.

“Alice” enchants and delights in weekend run

Nicole Poitras, Co-Editor In Chief December 9, 2016

“‘Twas brilling, and the slithy toves did gyre and gimble in the wabe…” These are some of the words that transported Alice and her audience back into Wonderland during this weekend’s...

Add these awesome apps to your phone!

The best free underrated apps

Adriana Radosavljevic, Copy Editor December 8, 2016

With so many phone apps out there, finding the perfect ones can be quite the challenge. Below is a selection of some of the most under-appreciated free apps of the season that help with a variety of tasks. News:...

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