September 2021
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Kylie Jenner’s pregnancy: Did the speculation harm her social media presence? EliseMoulton
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ith the rise of social media and ond child. Jenner and rapper Travis the advancement of technolScott already have one child, Stormi, ogy, it has become easier to spread who turned 3 in February. information quickly. This can be used Jenner has been open about wantto our advantage when we need to ing up to seven kids. Fans felt like contact our friends or do research for now would be the perfect time for a school project. However, the her to have another blessing of quick and effichild since Stormi is cient technology can seem getting older. like a curse to celebrities The pregnancy who desire privacy. speculation started On Sept. 7, Kylie when fans noticed Jenner posted a positive the inconsistency pregnancy test on Instaof Jenner’s nails gram along with videos on her instagram of her family celebratposts and stories. ing the news. Prior News sources had to this, news sources been confirming everywhere were specJenner’s pregnanulating whether or not cy left and right Jenner was actually before she came Illustration of Kylie Jenner by pregnant with her secout to say whether EliseMoulton
or not it was true. Jenner decided to keep her pregnancy with Stormi hidden from the media for privacy. She tried to keep her second pregnancy a secret to alleviate some of the stress. Were these rumors ultimately harming her social media presence and mental health? There is controversy about what harm this speculation causes. Some might say that celebrities benefit from gossip, whether positive or negative, for the publicity. Others argue that the celebrities reputation might be harmed based on how fans view them from the rumors, or that their family and personal relationships can be negatively impacted. Junior Nina McMullen sees this gossip as detrimental to the self esteem of the celebrity. “The public looks at [celebrities] like statues who
can’t be affected by words. Imagine the whole world putting you on a pedestal, that’s absolutely detrimental.” “In Jenner’s case, pregnancy is something personal. She could feel like she’s letting everyone down by simply not being pregnant,” McMullen said. Sophomore Macaire Harr sees celebrity gossip as a burden that the celebrity has to deal with. “I think it can make their lives even harder because they are already so concerned about the real rumors, and now they have to deal with fake ones,” Harr said. Celebrities are constantly living in a world of speculation and rumors. The phenomenon of fame perpetuates the desire for privacy. However, some argue this is the price to pay for being a celebrity.
Put your boots on, this year’s musical is starting off on the right foot
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SydneySchroeder he fine arts department started off the year with the announcement of the annual musical, “Footloose.” Filled with a killer soundtrack, headstrong teenagers and vibrant choreography, this musical is off to a great start. Based on a true story, “Footloose” takes place in a small Oklahoma town where teenager Ren McCormack attempts to overturn a ban on dancing. The show’s small town, Bomont, is based off of Elmore City, a town where dancing was legitimately outlawed. That was until the junior class challenged it after almost 90 years of the legislation. The town reverend in “Footloose” shows his opposition to dancing by encouraging adults to vote against
it, especially for the senior prom. Creighton Prep senior John Heldridge takes on the role of Ren with enthusiasm. “I am excited for what this show has to offer. Last year we were held back a lot, and now we get to really show what we can do! I’m very excited to be Ren in the musical and I feel prepared to put on the best version of the character,” Heldridge said. Heldridge’s past experiences in Marian productions, including “The Birds,” “White Christmas,” and “Freaky Friday,” have more than prepared him for this role. Along with Heldridge’s enthusiasm is the excitement among the rest of the cast. Sophomore Jadin Martinez loves the community. “Right now we are focused on learning all the singing
parts for everyone, and we’re doing a really good job at learning all together. I think a majority of that is because of how well we all get along,” Martinez said. Strong relationships among these cast members have encouraged everyone to work harder and produce a better show. Sophomore Ellie Fogarty was cast as Ren’s mother, Ethel McCormack. “It has been so fun this year. I tried out impulsively this year and I have had so much fun getting to know people and trying new things,” Fogarty said. Cast members showing up to practices, giving it their all, and having fun is sending a ripple effect of anticipation for the show throughout the community. Make sure to purchase
tickets for the shows Oct. 21-24 and get ready to kick off your shoes for “Footloose.”
Oct. 21 - 23 at 7 p.m. Oct. 24 at 2 p.m. Mary Joy and Tal Anderson Performing Arts Center Adults - $12 Students - $8 Poster by AshleyDoehner Avery Kinnison ’22, Abi Howard ’23, Shelby Gerken ’24 and Bailey Sommer ’23 practice vocals with the song “Somebody’s Eyes.” Photo by SydneySchroeder
The cast of “Footloose” does their vocal practices after school in the music classroom of the Performing Arts Center. Mr. Tim DiBlasi accompanies the cast on the keyboard. Photo by SydneySchroeder
Calling all classes to the fair: Show choir kicks off the season strong ElizaTurco
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omentum show choir is bringing back the 90s this season—the 1890s that is. This year’s theme, chosen by the choir director Ms. Madeline Reddel, is “Omaha World’s Fair,” drawing inspiration from the grand exhibitions of the 1890s festivals that would showcase new technologies, art and culture’s finest. World’s fairs would attract millions of viewers, just as Momentum hopes to do this year. “I’m most excited for the competitions, for sure. Our first one is in January,” senior member Isabella Olquin
Summers said. dex, and a to-be-determined hairstyle The tracklist is “top-secret,” Sumand make-up look. mers said, but includes some ragThe past weeks have largely been time-esque songs and modern artists spent on learning Charleston-filled like Sufjan Stevens. choreography. The captains, seniors The outfits are dynamic, switching Avery Kinnison, Ashley Doehner, from long sleeve, Josie Golka and midi-length sophomore Hailey The Momemtum gowns to sparkly Eriksen lead the 2022 tracklist is flapper-inspired rehearsals Wednes“top-secret,” but dresses. The whole day or Thursday includes some ragensemble is commornings from time-esque songs and pleted with tan 7-7:45 a.m. as well character shoes, as Monday nights modern artists like nude tights, span7-8:30 p.m. The Sufjan Stevens.
team has been putting in work since early August. Reddel is feeling “great” about the team’s progress. “The students have been working really hard so far. I’m hoping we can compete in person this year to show the Omaha community what Marian Momentum is made of!” Reddel said. Their first performance, the Momentum Preview Night, is on Jan. 5 at 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. Listen to Summers and, “Come to the competitions! Support Momentum!”
