Student Newspaper of John Burroughs High School - 1920 W. Clark Ave., Burbank, CA 91506 Halloween 2017 - Volume LXVII, Issue II A “G N” H 2017 B B T roughs High School senior, says, S S S “My favorite part of homecoming The 2017 JBHS Homecoming was hanging out with my friends. Dance was held in the school’s It’s fun to get dressed up too! big gym on Saturday, October After the dance, I went to Yard 21. The theme was a dazzling, House with a bunch of my friends Grecian-theme and it did not dis- and it was a good time.” appoint those who came. Another senior student, Mi- Many students attended the kaela Kaekul, told us “My fa- dance, which started at 6:30PM vorite part of homecoming was and lasted until 10PM. When dancing with my friends and then people walked into the dance, going to Wingstop after. I thought they were greeted by Greek dec- the decorations were pretty, and I orations that fi lled the hallway, thought the dancing statue was a consisting of strings of leaves little weird. Overall, it was a lot of hanging all over. fun!” Once one got through the se- Towards the end of the dance, curity and the ticket check, the they announced the fi nal home- dance had begun! ating a Greek goddess, dancing self, snacks and water, and even had fun dancing. coming court. Congratulations Right outside on the stairs later on. a DJ joining us from Power 106 Valery Saravia, a student at to: Leah Davis as Homecoming leading out to the dance, was a Activities for students were FM. John Burroughs High School, Queen, as well as other prin- lovely harp player, stopping stu- ready to be occupied, as students Inside the gym was decorated stated, “Homecoming was really cesses, Hailee Zacariaz, Lauryn dents aside their pathway to lis- were dancing on and off the stage, with black curtains, black fl oors, fun and I had an amazing time Hardy, Kelley Mckeehan, and ten and enjoy her presence and and outside the gym was a photo a stage in the front of the gym with my friends!” Sophia Kaloustian, and to Cerain the music she produced on the booth. With a golden backdrop for the DJ, mini lit-up stages that At the dance, people had a Baker as Homecoming King, and strings. All around were golden and tons of props, students could people could dance on, and tables good time dancing and you were Princes, Hakeem Hickman, Louie decorations, solid Grecian stat- dress up for pictures with their people were able to sit at a side. able to sit in the quad surrounded Kahn, Spencer Herndon-Hum- ues, silhouetted frames all around friends. The gym was dark with fl ash- by nice string lights if you wanted mel, and Cole Kaitz. of Greek objects, and even a liv- There was also a shadow cut- ing lights, and just outside the a break from dancing. Features on the Homecoming ing statue whom was imperson- out that you could get out of your- gym was a fog machine as people Sarah Lozano, a John Bur- Court are located on Pages 7-9. B B P S B M M P: O F ing was fun, but watching ‘Star S S S Wars: Rogue One’ backstage It’s been 11 years since the was probably the highlight of the JBHS Vocal Music Association weekend.” decided to combat budget cuts The audiences would certain- with a Broadway review de- ly agree that the force was with signed to wow show-tune-loving all of the “Burroughs on Broad- audiences, as well as raise funds way” performers, expertly guid- that would help keep Burroughs’ ed by Musical Director: Brendan uniquely excellent choir program Jennings; Artistic Director: Jen fl ourishing. Oundjian (who also choreographs “Burroughs on Broadway” Powerhouse); Director: Jennifer has been captivating our com- Strattan; Conductor: Dan Sco- munity ever since, and this year’s ville; Choreographers: Shannon presentation, performed on Octo- Ary, Laura Dobbin, Corey Hilda- ber 13, 14, and 15, was a usual go, Dominic Matas, and Jen Stan- big hit. ley. The concept of this top notch Special recognition must also event is for each of JBHS’ four be given to Producer: Jessica main choirs to present a mini Good; Set Designer: Kevin Ary; musical, with solos and smaller Technical Supervisor: Keith Ste- ensemble numbers from a wide vens; Sound Designer and Tech- range of previous Broadway formed the stage to a modern- show with its creative art design, opportunity to perform as Lily in nical Director: John King. shows rounding out the rest of ized, wacky Lewis Carroll world, inventive choreography, passion- The Secret Garden, but I made so Let’s not forget about the great the production. as the advanced women’s choir, ate acting, and high quality vo- many memories during the show Lighting Designer: Billy Yakes; Along with general and re- Sound Sensations, brought down cals. week with old and new friends. I Costume Designers: Jagene served seating, patrons could the house with show-stopping Lia McHugh was right on the am so lucky to have such a loving Funk, Debbie Wade, Joy Pacifi ci, also opt for the special VIP expe- numbers from Wonderland. mark as young Mary Lennox and talented team. The energy on Kimberly Overton, and Barbara rience ticket that included a pre- The individual acts shone as and Coen Sosa’s portrayal of stage and support we have for one Holton. Catering Coordinators: show and intermission reception. well, with Cheyenne Arroyo’s Archibald Craven was both poi- another is extremely liberating Kathy Sessinghaus, Connie Trim- In a specially created VIP belted “Get Out And Stay Out” gnant and skillfully sang. and unique. I cannot wait to see ble, M’Lisa MacLaren, and Rod lounge, delicious appetizers, des- from 9 to 5, and Ethan Herisse’s While all the Powerhouse how we grow.” Richardson as well as the rest of serts, and beverages were served smooth as silk “ I Could Write a performers were spot on and, to- Powerhouse president, Ethan the set construction crew. by posh waiters and waitresses Book” from Pal Joey, being espe- gether, created an unforgettable Herisse, also a senior, seconded Along with these talented and who bore a stunning resemblance cially memorable. “Burroughs on Broadway” expe- that emotion. “My last ‘BOB’ dedicated individuals, it took to local middle school choir stu- Two of the smaller ensem- rience, Grace Sessinghaus must was one to remember. I’m so countless parental volunteers to dents. ble numbers, In the Heights’ receive particular accolades for happy with all the performances, pull off this special event. Con- The performance opened with “96,000” and “In” from Carrie her stunning and heart-wrenching and that we had such an amazing gratulations to all for a job well a bang, as the mixed intermediate the Musical, really ignited the performance as Lily Craven. audience every night!” done! choir, Soundwaves, burst onto stage, as Joseph Bird gets the Her classical soprano vocals He went on to joke, “Perform- the stage with a classic 1980’s comic relief Tony for his delight- were professional beyond her rock mash up from their mini ful performance of “Les Pois- years. Technical skill and control musical, Rock of Ages. sons” from The Little Mermaid. combined with genuine emotion U D It was old-school Broadway Within an explosion of talent that both thrilled, and brought the October 30 - November 3 JBHS Spirit Week for the intermediate women’s and entertaining numbers, the ad- audience to “an emotional brink.” November 1 - 2 Pop Show Auditions choir, Decibelles, who in colorful vanced mixed choir, Powerhouse, “This year’s ‘Burroughs on November 2 Choir Pop Show Auditions 1950’s attire, charmed the audi- stood out as the production high- Broadway’ will always hold a November 3 Burroughs Pep Rally ence with selections from Bye light. The hauntingly beautiful, special place in my heart,” said November 4 SAT Testing Bye Birdie. “The Secret Garden,” based on Miss Sessinghaus. The Act One fi nale trans- the classic storybook, stole the “Not only was I granted the November 7 CSU App Workshop HALLOWEENN PAGE 2 C A W J M’ W R B L O for 15 minutes during their physi- It was interesting to see how S S S cal education classes. many people participated and In order to make the dance came together for this special Since September 21, 2017, more cultural, special additions occasion. The 11 students who John Muir Middle School is on were added to the scene, includ- actually came from Japan as part their way to achieving a Guin- ing taiko drums, a traditional ya- of the Rebun International Ex- ness’ World Record for the largest gura tower, and 1,500 hachimaki, change Program to be a part of Japanese fan dance. or headbands, that were made by the dance and help prepare was At fi rst, the middle school the students. really interesting didn’t qualify to be in The Guin- The event took place for the Hopefully John Muir will con- ness quite yet due to the need for middle school’s annual cultural tinue to go through this special an approval certifi cate to certify appreciation celebration “Japan event as time goes on in order their accomplishment. Day.” to adapt and celebrate other cul- They would be on the way to It is a good way to teach stu- tures. replacing the last record, set at dents about the diff erent cultures Within the future, hopefully 250 people participating in the around the world, and in this way, more schools will grasp onto this previously recorded dance.