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The voice of the student body

The Dial

The voice of the student body

The Dial

The Temple of Dendur isjust one of the Mets many intriguing exhibits.

New York City brings fun and festive holiday spirit

By Lauren Ahern, Guest Writer November 21, 2016

If you are searching for new and culturally exciting activities to do with your friends and family this winter, there is no need to look any further than New York City. The city is jam-packed with events...

Fall Coffeehouse brings music and talent to Hackley community

Fall Coffeehouse brings music and talent to Hackley community

By Benjy Renton, Editor-in-Chief November 19, 2016

This year's Coffeehouse season kicked off with Friday night's Fall Coffeehouse. Over 200 students attended the event, which included 22 acts of spoken word, song and instrumental renditions. Seniors Hope...

Behind the Scenes of Caesar and Cleopatra

Behind the Scenes of Caesar and Cleopatra

By Alexi Sandhu, Assistant Online Editor November 9, 2016

The Dial takes a behind-the scenes look of this year's fall play. Come support the cast and crew Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12, both at 7 p.m.! Caesar and Cleopatra from Hackley...

The chorus performs in the Collage Concert.

Collage Concert showcases performing arts talent

By Benjy Renton, Editor-in-Chief October 26, 2016

The Performing Arts department held its second Collage Concert on Tuesday, October 25, with a special performance for the Upper School student body on Wednesday, October 26. This year's performance combined...

David Jiang plays “Chopin’s Revolutionary Etude” at Carnegie Hall on April 24, 2016.

Sophomore David Jiang performs at Carnegie Hall

By Cory Gorczycki, Staff Writer October 23, 2016

Sophomore David Jiang: a passionate tennis player, an avid skier, but above all, an expert pianist who has performed at Carnegie Hall. David’s practice schedule is rigorous and diligent, as he practices...

From Egypt to the PAC: Caesar and Cleopatra

By Joy Dracos, Online Editor October 18, 2016

Starting November 4, Hackley’s Performing Arts Department will be staging George Bernard’s production of Caesar and Cleopatra. Directed by Willie Teacher, this performance is sure to be one of Hackley’s...

Camille combined her interest in portraits with her interest about human thoughts to create her AP concentration.

Camille Butterfield connects art to human thoughts

By Bridget Barsanti, Arts Editor October 18, 2016

From terrible twos to her teenage years, senior Camille Butterfield has always had a deep passion for art. This is no surprise, for it seems that this excitement for art runs in the family. Her father...

Sophomore Mia Boemio belts out one final note in her Winter Coffeehouse performance.

Sophomore star Mia Boemio anticipates another successful singing year

By Bridget Barsanti, Arts Editor September 22, 2016

From chorus concerts to Coffeehouse performances, sophomore Mia Boemio has become a well-known voice on the Hilltop. Singing has always been an important aspect of Mia’s life. “I’ve been singing...

“Hamilton,” the hottest show on Broadway.

“Hamilton” revolutionizes pop culture

By Cristina Paz, Guest Writer September 21, 2016

“Hamilton” is currently a growing phenomenon that has taken the nation by storm. “Hamilton” is a Broadway show written, composed, and starred in by Lin-Manuel Miranda, based on the life of Alexander...

Sophomore Demetra Yancopoulos’s T-Rex drawing wows Art Show attendees.

Upper School Art Show Draws Crowds

By Claire Sukhman and Hope Weisman June 6, 2016

On the warm spring evening of May 9, students and parents flocked to Allen Hall to attend what a handful of artists work towards all year long: the Upper School Art Show. The show promised to be a wonderful...

AP Art Show Exhibits Students Concentrations

AP Art Show Exhibits Students’ Concentrations

By Benjy Renton, Editor-in-Chief June 5, 2016

From May 16 to May 19, Hackley's AP Artists showcased their work in the annual AP Art Show. Each student's collection of pieces is centered around a concentration theme. Click on the photos below to read...

Chelsea streets are always buzzing with culture and excitement.

New York City Galleries Provide an Immersive Cultural Experience

By Bridget Barsanti and Joy Dracos May 30, 2016

As this summer approaches, get out your calendars and make plans to visit these free museums in New York City. There are many galleries to visit in New York City all throughout the summer months; Chelsea,...

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