Far above the audience lies the booth, where advanced computers and machines control the audio and visual experience of the play. Here, members of the tech crew like Steph Ma (‘25) and Elena Petrova (‘25) work tirelessly to set up the perfect timings for the stage lights, musical pieces and this year, a special red light. “The lighting, easy. The music, relatively easy. But the hard part for us was making sure that during the second half of the play, that all the decorations were put in the correct place, and that all the actors were moving the furniture around correctly,” Elena said. Thus, everything the audience sees is carefully curated by the crew within the booth to ensure a smooth viewing for all, whether it be the technical or physical aspects of the play.
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Little Women: A behind-the-scenes look at how Little Women united
November 7, 2024
Tyler Liu (‘25), the publisher Mr. Dashwood in Webb’s 2024 Fall production Little Women , flits though the clothes rack, looking for the jacket to his costume. Every play begins and ends with its costumes. “The suit is really nice, and it really feels like I’m an English gentleman,” Tyler said. The theater program was able to borrow fine clothing from a local costume shop, ensuring each actor had period-appropriate suits or dresses tailored to them.
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![Aurora Deng (’26) is doing Saturday check-in at Stockdale Community Center with the new application REACH and its embedded NFC tag. “I like it more [now that] we don’t have to do the sign-in books because there used to be a long line,” said Jacky Qi. ”NFC tags are a lot faster.” Before NFC tags were implemented, students had to sign the physical check-in books every Saturday.](https://webbcanyonchronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Liu-Reach-NFC-_1_-1200x900.jpeg)
About the Contributors
Phillip Park, Editor of Science and Technology
Phillip Park ('25) may modestly describe himself as "talentless," but his deep engagement in both the performing arts and humanities reveals a creativity that knows no bounds. A true classical music enthusiast, Phillip has honed his skills on both the cello and piano. His artistic flair is equally evident in his three years of theatrical experience at Webb, where he has brought life to productions like The Suppliant Women and is set to shine in this year’s Little Women. Phillip’s creativity is not confined to the arts; it also permeates his passion for literature and language. From the timeless Les Misérables in French to Michael Sandel’s What Money Can’t Buy, Phillip’s love for reading is rooted in his belief that written words and language are powerful, creative tools that can inspire innovative thinking and drive social change. This same belief fuels his passion for debate, where he applies his inventive thinking and persuasive skills to advocate for important causes. As a standout in national competitions, Phillip clinched the top spot in the 2023 Stanford Invitational Open Division for Lincoln-Douglas Debate. This year, as the Editor of Science and Technology for the WCC, Phillip aims to inspire younger Webb generations by highlighting the transformative power of language and the arts, channeling his limitless creativity into every endeavor.
Favorite Song: Requiem in D minor by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart & Franz Xaver Süssmayr
Zona Zhou, Copy Editor
Zona Zhou (‘26) is a studious junior with a keen interest in social justice. To find evidence of this dedication to her passions, look no further than her actions this past year: she competed in the 2024 National Speech & Debate Tournament in Iowa, and she interned with a non-profit organization, UISCE, where she interviewed the former Prime Minister of Ireland. Zona hopes to continue her passion for debate throughout school while balancing her interests. In school, Zona thrives in the humanities, relishing her course on Advanced Studies Fascism with Dr. Lauer and showcasing leadership as a member of the chapel council. Outside of the classroom, her creative side shines through as she sings for Webb’s very own indie rock band, “Purple People", alongside Lucy Troendle (‘26), Sophy Sun (‘26), Danielle Salako (‘26), and Natalie Au (‘26). Independently, she expresses her personal experience through creating and posting her own original singles on Spotify; she has just released her newest song, "Water". Weekends for Zona are reserved for socializing with friends and watching Netflix shows like Suits. Zona is very goal-oriented and does not hesitate to take matters into her own hands when she sees an issue. She hopes to bring these skills to WCC this year.
Favorite song: Numb by Men I Trust