Advanced theater’s “David and Lisa” honors deceased mentor Sir Robert Ross

Allie Gordon, Lancer Express Staff Writer
January 26, 2012

On Jan. 20 and 21, the Advanced Theater department staged a production of the play “David and Lisa,” directed by Monica Hall and starring seniors Justin Feinman and Jessica Zoutendyk. “David and Lisa” was originally based on a book by Theodore Isaac Rubin, then was adopted... Read more »

Spielberg’s ‘Adventures of Tintin’ sails into theaters

Shon Cagungun, Assistant Editor
January 13, 2012

Award-winning director Steven Spielberg released his new masterpiece, an animated feature entitled the Adventures of Tintin. Based on the acclaimed comic series by George Remi, the movie features whimsical characters, a mysterious plot and a lot of stunning action and visuals. Animated movies sometimes... Read more »

“Breaking Dawn” marks a new day for the Twilight Saga

Shon Cagungun, Staff Writer
December 6, 2011

“Breaking Dawn,” yet another Twilight movie, made it’s debut this month. Again it made a midnight premiere, bringing it’s multitude of teenage girls, screaming at the sight of the oh-so elusive Edward Cullen (played by Robert Pattinson). From the standpoint of a casual movie-goer, this movie... Read more »

Photo club captures the interest of students

Trina Kim, Staff Writer
November 20, 2011

Photo Club, a new club on campus, allows students to meet every third week of the month to share their similar interests of photography.  It provides an opportunity for students who are unable to join the photography class to experience the same environment. “Photo club is a great place to share ideas,... Read more »

New Girl brings quirky laughs to audience

Bryanna Mundy, staff writer
November 19, 2011

The hysterical new Fox show, “New Girl,” starring Zooey Deschanel, premiered on Oct. 20 and is already wildly popular among teens. The story line, which features a woman living with three male friends, sounds unoriginal and vague, but the awkward humor from the characters is surprisingly funny... Read more »

Lots of laughts at fall comedy: Major Barbara

Megan Benner, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011

This year’s fall comedy, “Major Barbara,” will be showcasing CHS’s finest actors in an English play from Nov. 17-19 in the CAC. Written by George Bernard Shaw, the three act play set in London follows Barbara, a salvation army volunteer who struggles finding money to save her... Read more »

Waiting For Yesterday, band of tomorrow

Juliet Luty, Staff Writer
November 9, 2011

Waiting for Yesterday is a band composed of three Carlsbad High School Seniors: Gabi Zepeda, Hayden Webb and Peter Schrupp. When one examines the name of this new band, it seems somewhat confusing but for the members that was exactly the point. “Waiting for Yesterday made no sense.  It worked” Webb... Read more »

Big, the Musical

Juliet Luty, Staff Writer
October 26, 2011

On Oct. 9, Encore Youth Theatre presented Big, the Musical at the Moonlight Amphitheatre. The play is based off of the movie Big starring Tom Hanks. In the movie, a young boy, Josh Baskin, is tired of dealing with the issues of being a pre-teen and wishes he could be “big.” The next day, he wakes... Read more »

CJ Jones comes to Cultural Arts Center

Natasha Menard, Guest Writer
October 10, 2011

On Sept. 20, famous Deaf comedian CJ Jones came to the Carlsbad Cultural Arts Center to perform for our Deaf, hard-of-hearing and hearing community. “[I came to Carlsbad High School because] I love to perform and I want the audience to laugh and make them feel good,” CJ Jones signed. Jones grew up... Read more »

Blink-182′s new album reveals band’s darker side

Josh Lee, Staff Writer
October 3, 2011

Typically a band known for fast paced, upbeat songs that focus on the humorous aspects of adolescence, Blink-182’s new album Neighborhoods adopts a more serious and somber tone. Released on Sept. 27, Neighborhoods is the band’s sixth studio album and the first to be produced after the bands reunion... Read more »

Demi Lovato’s new album races up the charts

Linea Stern, Staff Writer
September 28, 2011

Talented and inspirational Disney star Demi Lovato released her third studio album “Unbroken” Sept. 20.  Within one hour of its release, it hit number one hours on the iTunes chart. She sings with a strong passion about her life, allowing fans to have a special connection to her through the music. The... Read more »

“The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer” comes alive for modern teens

Madison Dearie, Staff Writer
September 21, 2011

If you are one of those grandkids who spent quality time with your grandparents watching old movies, you probably remember a little girl named Shirley Temple. For those of you less loved grandkids; Shirley Temple (yes, the drink is named after her) was one of the first child actors…In the 1940’s. She... Read more »

The Loft- a new kind of concert experience

Julie Phillips, Staff Writer
May 20, 2011

Cozy. Comfortable. And very intimate- The Loft, located in La Jolla , is the perfect place to see your favorite band close up, without any barriers in-between. When it comes to crowds of people, big name bands and crazy energy, The Loft fails to deliver. It’s not the type of place you go to, to blow... Read more »

Lesser known Coachella bands steal the festival

Megan Foy, Editor In Chief
May 1, 2011

There’s a reason why Coachella has headliners; those artists have a following and they’re loved by many. However, all headliners have small beginnings. Coachella holds gems in those smaller scale tents, gems that could very well headline in a year or so. For each day, here are memorable... Read more »

Coffee shops located in downtown carlsbad

Andrea Abbott, Staff Writer
April 22, 2011

Across the beach in downtown Carlsbad three coffee shops provide locals with more than enough options from lattes to baked goods. Less than two blocks away from each other, coffee fanatics can find their favorites at Vinaka, It’s A Grind and Starbucks. Here’s what you’ll get at each stop: Vinaka The... Read more »

Choral department shines at Night with the Stars

Ashley Perez, Assistant Editor
March 24, 2011

Family and friends of the CHS choral members gathered at the CAC March 4 and 5 to see the annual Night with the Stars performance. This event showcased CHS Chamber Singers, Sound Express, Encore, Lancer Choir, Valley Showstoppers and various other individuals singing solo and group acts. The show started... Read more »

Best Coast and Wavves usher in summer early

Megan Foy, Editor in Chief
March 4, 2011

The newest indie couple on the block, Best Coast’s Bethany Cosentino and Wavves’ Nathan Williams, teamed up this winter and started off their tour together at SOMA Jan. 21. MTV even noticed the couple’s bands share a similar surfer indie rock feel and SPIN and MTV named the tour “Summer Is... Read more »

Finding Autumn finds immediate success

Megan Foy, Editor In Chief
February 17, 2011

A high school band usually has a typical beginning: gather a bunch of buddies together, hang out and jam, pick a name and scrounge for friends to come to their gigs. Finding Autumn is atypical of this scenario; they won Battle of the Bands within their first three months together. Band members Gavin... Read more »

“Black Swan” or whack swan

Ciara Woods, Staff Writer
January 27, 2011

New hit movie “Black Swan,” seems to be the latest talk around town, or country for that matter. This movie was recently nominated at the Critic’s Choice Awards for an impressive twelve awards. However, not everyone applauds director Darren Aronofsky’s work in the “Black Swan.” In... Read more »

The count down has begun

Megan Benner, writer
December 10, 2010

The television channel, ABC family, traditionally runs Holiday themed movies counting down to December 25th. This event is called 25 days Till Christmas. Many aren’t fortunate enough to have DVR so here is a quick summary of the movie schedule so you and your family can pile on the couch with hot... Read more »

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