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The Rubicon

The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon

BRILLIANT BLOCKING. The Our Town cast demonstrates their blocking process early in the first act to the onlooking SPA donors.

Donor event invites theater fans to behind the scenes experience

Lina Abid, The Rubicon November 21, 2024
Our Town is playing tomorrow and Saturday at 7 p.m in the Huss Auditorium
ROYAL COUNSEL. Savannah Switzer and Aarushi Bahadur play King Claudius and Polonius, the two sharing a moment of concern over the future of the kingdom due to the actions of prince Hamlet.

“I definitely was not expecting to enjoy it as much as I did.”

Maddy Fisher, The Rubicon February 1, 2023

Senior Maggie Fried never thought she would direct one of the annual upper school One Acts. “I’ve been super into acting since middle school and throughout all of high school, so directing as something...

In episode 2 of SPA SHORTLIST, Staff Writer William Moran talks with Tuco Dixon about his top TV show recommendations. Dixon provides detailed insight into the reasons for his top picks, discussing everything from the quality of writing and production to comedic value.

[SPA SHORTLIST] Ep. 4: Musical recommendations

PJ Bohjanen, Staff Writer March 10, 2022
Grace Medrano, Soren Miller, and Eric Severson are interviewed about their recommendations for their favorite musicals.
[THE GK PODCAST] Ep. 10: The Other Side of Theater with Sara Herman

[THE GK PODCAST] Ep. 10: The Other Side of Theater with Sara Herman

Gavin Kimmel and Grace Krasny April 26, 2021
Join Grace and Gavin in their conversation with beloved SPA set designer Sara Herman as they discuss what it's like to work with and create the technical aspects of a production.
"I'd be jealous if human flesh wasn't so delicious," Lydia, played by sophomore Valerie Wick, raises a bone to knock Nial (junior Samuel Zelazo) unconscious.

Despite COVID-19 restrictions, US One Acts bring people together

Lucia Granja, RubicOnline April 17, 2021
This year, One Act directors told stories of DMVs, murder, cannibalism, and Greek gods. Considering COVID-19 restrictions, these short plays were no small feat to organize.
The Spring Musical will be performed in a video format to adhere to all COVID-19 guidelines.

Spring musical auditions begin

Henry Burkhardt, RubicOnline March 11, 2021
This year the upper school spring musical will look a little different with an entirely virtual audition and performance.
Cast members of Under Milk Wood during a taped performance.

Cast and crew of Under Milk Wood find a way to bring the US play online

Will Schavee, RubicOnline December 14, 2020
This year the option for audience members to watch the play live was eliminated, as COVID-19 had other plans for the show.
Although the show has been canceled, the musical participates shared many happy memories together.

Plan A to B to C: Chicago canceled, Rent canceled, pre-show traditions stay alive

Elle Chen, Production Manager May 15, 2020
This Friday, May 15, would have been the Upper School Spring Musical’s opening night for "Chicago". But due to the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak, all "Chicago" performances have officially been canceled.
The Brave New Workshop, a sketch and improv comedy theater in Downtown Minneapolis, brings laughter with their marquee in the uncertain times of COVID-19.

Minnesota theaters temporarily close with a laugh, well wishes

Nikolas Liepins, Contributor March 27, 2020

In response to executive orders on coronavirus issued by Gov. Tim Walz, theaters across the Twin Cities have closed, but they haven't given up their duty to entertainment.

Cheerleaders Grace Krasny, Gavin Kimmel, Evelyn Lillemoe, and Tyler Christensen defend their school against the aliens in Aliens vs. Cheerleaders.

Evening of one-acts offers something for everyone

Morgan Riley, Ibid Yearbook February 7, 2020
Four student shows debuted and the competition one-act performed in the Huss Center Jan. 31.

[EPISODE 2] Fall Play Behind the Scenes: Rehearsal

Henry Burkhardt, Photo / Video October 15, 2019

Rehearsals have now started for the Upper School Fall Play, The Madwomen of Chaillot. The play will premiere on Nov. 22 in the Huss Center.  

Jack, played by senior Max Moen, sings "There are giants in the sky."

Spring Musical transports audience into twisted fairy tales

Lara Cayci, RubicOnline Editor May 20, 2019
This 2019 version of Into the Woods was a successful performance, beautifully executed.
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