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Shalhevet news online: When we know it, you'll know it

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Exodus movie echoes Prince of Egypt, not Bible

Exodus movie echoes Prince of Egypt, not Bible

February 25, 2015

By Mati Hurwtiz, Sports Editor The new film Exodus: Gods and Kings, starring Christian Bale, begins with Prince Ramses and his brother, Moses, returning from Egyptian battle against the Hittites. Both...

CLEAN: From left to right, Ilan Bouskilla, Joshua Joffe, Micha Thau and Akiva Reuveni as soldiers, shave and comb their hair by a sink, lucky enough to be in the bathroom for pampering purposes instead of the dreaded latrine duty, often given as a punishment.

Actors bring complexity to comedy in ‘Biloxi Blues’

By Maayan Waldman, Arts and Culture Editor January 8, 2015

In the dead of the night, a group of soldiers gazes mournfully at their comrade who is soon to be punished after being caught engaging in homosexual acts, and now changes into his army uniform, one...

BRAVE: The Boxtrolls teaches that one should embrace all of life's challenges.

‘Boxtrolls’ is an existential fantasy, set in clay

By Eitan Schramm, 11th Grade December 2, 2014

The BoxTrolls is a 3D stop-motion film directed by Graham Annable and Anthony Stacchi. Set in -- and under-- the fictional town of Cheesebridge, a town dedicated to the consumption of cheeses, its plot...

'Boxtrolls'  is an existential fantasy, set in clay

‘Boxtrolls’ is an existential fantasy, set in clay

November 23, 2014

By Eitan Schramm, 11th grade The BoxTrolls is a 3D stop-motion film directed by Graham Annable and Anthony Stacchi. Set in -- and under-- the fictional town of Cheesebridge, a town dedicated to the...

LIGHTS:  At LACMA West, costumes from iconic films are set  against a black background.

Hollywood at LACMA: When clothes are so much more than clothes

November 13, 2014

By Goldie Fields, Executive Editor Anyone who loves fashion, movies or the glamour and glitz of Hollywood will appreciate Hollywood Costume, an exciting multi-media exhibit exploring the pivotal role...

LOVE: Store owner Karen Halaszi peruses clothing meant to promote self-esteems.

Love your body? Fashion show in Brentwood Sunday will say you should

By Maayan Waldman, Arts & Culture Editor November 1, 2014

“A woman should be able to look great any size she is,” said Ms. Karen Halaszi, who owns the Karen Michelle Boutique on Robertson Boulevard. That’s the motto of the second annual “Love Your...

CONFLICT: Actor Seth Rogen, left, signed a published advertisement in support of Israel, but Shalhevet parent Fred Toczek said more than 100 others said no. NBA star Dwight Howard, right, tweeted #freepalestine but later apologized.

SUMMER OF WAR: Hollywood, too, was divided

By Alec Fields, Staff Writer September 18, 2014

Just as the war in Gaza had a polarizing effect on the world at large, so did it divide Hollywood.  While some celebritiestweeted solidarity with the plight of Palestinians, others advocated for Israel’s...

HARMONY:  Natalie Dahan, second from left, beat-boxed as Shirel Benji, Liat Bainvoll, Talya Joffe and Nicole Soussana sang during the female Choirhawks performance April 30.  YULA’s choir, right, was entirely student-led.

A win for the Choirhawks on a night of harmony

June 15, 2014

YULA’s girls-only “Neima: Sing It Forward” competition used song to raise funds for Tomchei Shabbos By Tamar Willis, Editor-in-Chief The Choirhawks took home first place at the first-ever “Neima:...

IDYLLIC: Paths connect tall trees, vibrant roses, manuscripts by Chaucer and even an outdoor restaurant at the Huntington Museum and Botanical Gardens.

A day in the gardens is just a drive away

By Rose Lipner, Arts & Culture Editor June 9, 2014

A sunny spring Sunday is the perfect time to catch up on your Netflix shows, right? Wrong. Instead, take the drive up to Huntington Museum and Botanical Garden to soak up the sun and experience culture. Located...

Drama puts dark twist on today’s technology

Drama puts dark twist on today’s technology

By Rose Lipner, Arts & Culture Editor May 19, 2014

In an era of high-tech television and computers, it can be tough to connect to the real world. #disCONNECTED is this spring’s one-act drama production, written and performed by Shalhevet students....

VINTAGE: Hats and purses displayed at a Melrose Trading Post booth.  The market is open every Sunday.

Food, fun and fashion at the flea market

By Rose Lipner, Arts & Culture Editor March 16, 2014

If you’re interested in spiffing up your wardrobe, revamping your room or even just people-watching, then you might want to head to a flea market for bargains and entertainment. Just outside the bubble...

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