NOIR NIGHTS by RISE magazine

volume II, issues I and II fall & winter 2015-2016

RISE the ramaz creative arts magazine

noir nights

The Rabbi Joseph H. Lookstein Upper School of Ramaz 60 East 78th Street New York, NY 10075

This publication was generously sponsored by the Ramaz Parents Council in recognition and appreciation for the amazing work that our children3 produce

Welcome to the first issue of Volume II of RISE magazine, entitled

noir nights

an issue exploring the blackness of fall and winter, the way in which darkness silently creeps up on us and envelops our city, seamlessly invading our daytime hours. Noir represents to us the beauty in New Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grittiness, the stark contrast in this daily transition from day to night. Discover in this issue the essence of noir, the elegance of New York at nightfall and beyond.

mission statement Students of the Ramaz Upper School create all the featured articles, photographs, and artwork you will find here. Our goal is to present the way each of our participants is inspired by the rich culture of the city. We encourage individuality with regards to every facet of artistic and intellectual expression

RISE

Volume II Issues I and II January 2016

contributors Arielle Alcobi ‘17 Noa Attias ‘18 Rebecca Araten ‘18 Hannah Blas ‘16 Hadassah Brenner ‘17 Eliana Doft ‘16 Emily Ellison ‘18 Mariah Hubert ‘17 Natalie Kahn ‘19 Julia Levi ‘18 Raquel Michel ‘17 Rachel Russo ‘17 Alexandra Schreiber ‘17 Olivia Schwartz ‘17 Maya Shalom ‘17 Lily Shams ‘17 Ilan Sidi ‘19 Libby Silber ‘17 Rebecca Silverman ‘16 Gabriel Zimbler ‘16

Writer Photographer Writer Photographer Writer Writer Writer Illustrator Writer Writer llustrator (collage) Writer Writer Writer Writer Photographer Writer Photographer Photographer Writer and Photographer

models Sarah Issever ‘18, Moselle Kleiner ‘17, Tamar Sidi ‘17, Anaelle Chetrit ‘17, Sam Reich ‘17, Alon Sidi ‘26 Norman Maleh ‘16, Jake Shams ‘17

For cover and image details, see in this issue (pg. 92)

editorial board Moselle Kleiner ‘17 Tamar Sidi ‘17 Netanel Kamel ‘18

Co-Editor in Chief, Layout Co-Editor in Chief Producer

Abbey Lepor ‘16 Eliana Present ‘16 Hannah Benhamo ‘16 Meira Gilbert ‘16

Layout Editor Photography Editor Literary Editor Literary Editor

Mollie Adolf ‘16 Sarah Issever ‘16

Randoms Editor Social Media Editor

Ms. Barbara Abramson Ms. Rachel Rabhan ‘92

Faculty Advisor Faculty Advisor

TABLE OF CONTENTS editorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; note...........11 editor bios.............12 calendar................14 reviews.................16 Follow the Leader.......32 interview no.1 margeaux new york..............40 fashion.................42 Meet Me on Madison......46 astronomy...............52 Monochrome..............54 randoms.................64 interview no.2 rozit arditi...................66 talent board............78

EDITORS’ NOTE

Dear readers,

a taste of what you’ll find in this issue & more

We write to you from a little balcony off of a Man-

Tamar Sidi ‘17

hattan high-rise, and we are amazed by the noir November night. It has just passed midnight and we are listening to a finally sleepy city, inhaling its familiar scent. This is our noir, no matter that we can see into the hundreds of apartments surrounding us, or the Chrysler building and Freedom Tower from far away. New York is noir right now in the sense that the sound of hurrying people has come to a soft hush; the silence is almost defeaning, but not quite. The subways are tired, the streets dark and quiet, the city has reached a lull. We sit here inspired by the noirish beauty of our environment and hope that it will reach you, as well, as you peruse this issue. First on your must-see list? Check out the Winter Calendar, an amalgamation of all of our favorite January activities (pg. 14). Up next is our REVIEWS section, with a special feature on “by CHLOE,” a cute new kosher restaurant in the West Village (pg. 18). Don’t miss Mollie Adolf’s write-up of “Trike” at the Magnet Theatre (pg. 26), and look out for the rockin’ indie playlist (pg. 28) created by Sarah Issever. Interviews with fashion designer, Yocheved Schwartz, (pg. 40) and interior designer, Rozit Arditi, (pg. 66) are highlights, too. Also look out for our fall shoot, “Follow the Leader,” chronicling an

afternoon adventure in the park and shot by Libby Silber ‘17 (pg. 32). “Follow the Leader” is just one of this issue’s three photo-essays, the second being “Meet Me on Madison” (pg. 46). Shot by Elie Present ‘16, just before dark with intentionally grainy film, the “Meet Me on Madison” shoot is intended to invoke memories of the Audrey Hepburn classic, Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Our take on the movie’s iconic shot of Hepburn standing outside Tiffany’s, chowing down on a croissant, was this photo essay of four friends, venturing out for a stroll along Madison Avenue during the early evening hours. “Monochrome” (pg. 56), shot by Hannah Blas ‘16 and Lily Shams ‘17, is our third and final spread, and takes place in the World Trade Center PATH tunnel– a beautiful allwhite marblized passageway. Although we do not reccommend attempting this on your own, kids, [aka– permit to shoot on location is required] the results of our allotted five minutes in the tunnel are stunning. We contrasted the overwhelming whiteness of the location with the blackness of the models’ turtleneck outfits. A similar brand of stark darkness is prominent in the RISE fixture, Talent Board (pg. 78), chock full of eerie photographs and poetry from the Ramaz Student Body. What could possibly be more noir?

Best,

Moselle Kleiner ‘17 and Tamar Sidi ‘17 Co-Editors in Chief 11

EDITOR BIOS an introduction to RISE magazine’s new Editorial Board

Sophomore class president Netanel Kamel loves living the “RISE life.” Netanel grew up in the suburbs of Long Island, living a life surrounded by the beauty of nature. On his free time, Netanel likes to travel and discover the different wonders of the world. Netanel is a technophile, incorporating his tech with style. His favorite hobbies include, taking “artsy pics,” playing soccer, and always being fashionably forward. His classy lifestyle inspires the lives of all his followers. You can find Abbey Lepor being pulled down the streets of Midtown Manhattan by her two miniature dachshunds. She enjoys practicing piano, playing tennis and telling everyone about her different colored eyes. Her position at RISE helps her channel her love for the arts that she hopes to continue in her professional life.

Elie Present is often found photographing her friends, family, or the

many amazing locations in New York City. Her passion for photography began at a young age and has since expanded over the past few years. Elie has participated in many photography events; most notably, her photos were selected to appear on the New York Times website as part of a project done by high school students. Elie is excited to be working on RISE as photo editor this year to further develop her photography skills and continue one of her hobbies in a more professional position.

Mollie Adolf can be found on the stage of the Magnet Theater, in

Tamar Sidi ‘17

Studio A of Bikram Yoga NYC, or in a salon chair at Deva Curl. She loves classic rock, vegan restaurants and outdoor concerts. Someday, she hopes to write her own comedy TV show!

Sarah Issever’s got a crazy passion for fashion, food, “good vibes”

and everything in between. Growing up in New York City, in a Turko-Japanese home, and then exploring the laid back scene in So Cal every summer– there are infinite cultures to which she was exposed to in her life. You’ll see her around doing everything from effecting pics on her phone for her or RISE mag’s insta (@rise.magazine) to chilling with her friends on the Upper East Side. Her fave hobbies include surfing, skating at the Chelsea Piers skatepark, and trying new foods at restaurants all across the city.

Meira Gilbert spends most of her time in the Ramaz art studio work-

ing on her art, printing papers, or just hanging out. She’s loved art since she was a young girl, and also loves to read, write, hang out with her siblings, listen to music, visit museums, and act as one of the Literary Editors for RISE. She can’t wait to continue pursuing her interest in the arts and eagerly looks forward to all that life has to offer!

Hannah Benhamo is a co-Literary Editor for RISE magazine. In her spare time, she enjoys eating pasta, riding horses, and reading Gabriel Garcia Marquez. She hopes to one day publish a novel and live on an Argentinian cattle farm.

WINTER CALENDAR

top activity picks to look out for this month Abbey Lepor ‘16 M

4 art “Berlin Metropolis” @ the Neue Galerie

6 art Alberto Burri: The Trauma of Painting” @ the Gugenheim

7 things to do STORY Home for the Holidays concept store

12 art “Unorthodox” contemporary art @ the Jewish Museum

13 things to do Donna Karan’s Urban Zen Holiday Marketplace

18 things to do Butterfly Conservatory @ the American Museum of Natural History

20 music Jess Glynne @ Webster Hall

21 art “Photo-Poetics: an Anthology” @ the Guggenheim

25 art “Greater New York” quinquennial @ MoMA PS1

27 art “Frank Stella: A Retrospective” @ the Whitney

FRI

SAT

SUN

1 music Winter Jazzfest 2016

3 things to do Holiday Shops @ Bryant Park

9 theatre Trike @ the Magnet Theater, reviewed on pg. 26

10 things to do Winter Flea and Smorgasbourg @ Sunset Park’s Industry City in Brooklyn

15 theatre Under the Radar 2016 by the Public company

16 theatre “Hamilton” on Broadway

22 things to do Big Apple Circus: “the Grand Tour”

24 theatre Gazillion Bubble Show @ New World Stages

30 art “Ocean of Images” new photography @ MoMA

REVIEWS FEATURED ACTIVITY ART THEATRE MUSIC FASHION

ASTRONOMY 17

FEATURED ACTIVITY a quick look at “by CHLOE”: swift, cool, and vegan

NYC EATS At the corner of Macdougal and Bleecker streets in Greenwich Village is cookbook author and Cupcake Wars champ Chloe Coscarelli’s first 100% vegan restaurant, “by Chloe.” The décor of the thirty-five seat shop evokes a homey and laid-back vibe, but the small setting has its downsides: finding a seat was almost physically impossible. Luckily, RISE got a chance to dine at such a popular spot! The plant-based menu includes numerous healthy entrees such as veggie burgers, salads, avocado toast, and more. Coscarelli adds sweets and Ice Cream by Chloe to her menu, which already includes her famous vegan cookies, cupcakes, and gluten free ice cream. Drinks such as PANATEA matcha, cold press juices, mouthwatering smoothies and even coconuts are served with these tasty meals when you are craving something sweet! Part of Coscarelli’s genius is that she is able to create a healthy hot spot out of foods that fail to come across as appetizing at most restaurants. The cool eatery serves great and varied dishes such as the Kale Caesar Salad, The Guac Burger (including tortilla strips, a whole grain bun, and of course, guac), and Mac N’ Cheese made of sweet potato cheese sauce, which acts as a healthy alternative to regular noodles and cheese. This kosher vegan shop is truly a miracle on a corner. writing and image by Sarah Issever ‘18 for details, see in this issue

ART

“Picasso Sculpture” @ MoMA While Pablo Picasso’s paintings are greatly recognized around the world, his sculptures are less known to the common person. The MoMA does a full and complete job in displaying these works. The exhibit includes 140 of Picasso’s sculptures made from the years 1902 through 1964. The sculptures are made from an array of materials, including plaster, sheetmetal, clay, and wood. His sculptures have not been displayed in America since 1967, and many have never even been displayed in New York, which is very intriguing to the viewer. Throughout the many galleries in the exhibit, Picasso’s sculptures vary in not only material, but color as well. Some of the sculptures are blank and white while others have been painted in color in great detail. Many of his sculptures are of models that are very similar to those featured in paintings Picasso previously made, such as “Woman with Hat”. Highlighted works of the show include the “Woman With Hat,” a colorful sculpture made in the early 1960s of painted sheet metal, “Still Life With Guitar,” a haunting hollow pop out of a guitar hung on the wall, and “Bust of a Woman,” a set of busts or sculptures of Marie Therese Walter, Picasso’s model and mistress. Although Walter was frequently painted by Picasso, putting her in a three dimensional form really brings life to the art in a way that a painting cannot do. The gallery is arranged in a circular form so that the last gallery leads you back to the first, urging the viewer to experience the art again and again. The exhibition raises the question of whether Picasso was a better sculptor or painter. Although he is more famous for his paintings, the New York Times described Picasso as being “more completely himself in three dimensions: a magician, and magpie genius, a comedic entertainer, and a tinkerer with superb reflexes… Picasso’s constant motion is much more apparent, and maybe more fruitful, in sculpture.” The exhibit is highly recommended as it gives the viewers a greater and complete window into Picasso’s life. The exhibit covers a long time span and an almost overwhelming amount of space filled with sculptures that seem to never end in style and quantity. It is also interesting to see how common themes portrayed in Picasso’s paintings are transferred into his three dimensional models. As the New York Times put it, “this is one of the best exhibitions you’ll ever see at the Museum of Modern Art.” Emily Ellison ‘18 and Julia Levi ‘18 Picasso Sculpture is on through February 7th, 2016 Location: The Museum of Modern Art 11 West 53rd Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues) New York, NY 10019

“The Rise of Sneaker Culture” @ the Brooklyn Museum Though many women are new to the rise of sneaker culture, it is actually a very old and competitive “sport” for men. Many men are invested in “Jordan’s”, running sneakers, basketball sneakers, and even designer sneakers. However, the interest in sneakers recently migrated to women as well. In their new exhibit, The Rise of Sneaker Culture, The Brooklyn Museum exhibited sneakers from the early 1800’s up until this day. The exhibit was organized by the American Federation of Arts and the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto. The show was curated by Elizabeth Semmelhack, Senior Curator of the Bata Shoe Museum. This exhibition was set up in chronological order, starting with the oldest shoes in the collection. The first pairs of sneakers– which looked as if they had survived a world war– were in the first presentation box. The exhibit culminated in displaying sneakers from today, such as Raf Simon’s Stan Smiths and the latest Jordan’s of the summer. Traditionally, sneakers were associated with conventionally male activities like sports but in contemporary times, women and women’s fashion have forayed into athletic activities, as well. This shift has catalyzed a rise in athletic-inspired women’s fashion, and at at the forefront of this rise is– you guessed it– the sneaker. for details, see in this issue 20

Arielle Alcobi ‘17

Moselle Kleiner ‘17

“A 60’s View of Warhol’s Soup Cans” @ MoMA When Andy Warhol had his first solo exhibition, it consisted of 32 canvases, each depicting a Campbell soup can. Warhol took into consideration how many cans were produced and consumed, how much a can cost, and the profit margin. Campbell’s soup used to be a staple in middle-class American households. Warhol said he ate Campbell’s soup everyday for 20 years. In the MoMa, the canvases were instilled in a grid which could be viewed from a single vantage point. Although at first the canvases seem identical, after a closer look one can make out different soup flavors as well as the change of color from red to bright orange. Part of the appeal of the exhibit is that Warhol took something very ordinary, such as a common household can of soup, and made it into art. Campbell’s Soup Cans hold a unique place in Warhol’s body of work. The exhibit looks like paintings on a wall as well as cans on a shelf, and the mechanic, hyperreal look to the paintings demands further study. I recommend this exhibit since it’s interesting to look at household items through an artistic lens. Emily Ellison ‘18 “A 60’s View” is closed as of press time. for details on the museum, see page 19 21

“America is Hard to See” @ the Whitney So much has been said already about the new Whitney Museum. Most of it is in praise of Renzo Piano’s architectural design, which is gloriously refreshing and instagrammable with its massive white walls and illuminating natural light. And time and time again, people remark on the seamless gestalt amongst the works, created by Donna De Salvo and Adam Weinberg, chief curator and director, respectively, as they designed the building’s inaugural exhibition, America is Hard to See. What all this really tells us is that, as you move from floor to floor, the show doesn’t flow as awkwardly as it could given the disparity between the works. They did okay– perhaps even well, some would add– for a very ambitious chronological presentation of the evolution of modern/contemporary art in America. 22

The twenty-three ‘chapter’ structure of the show invites viewers to begin on the eighth floor of the museum and make their way down to the lobby as they explore different thematic and historical understandings of American art. The displayed works, numbering above 600 and taken from the Whitney’s own collection, include iconic and captivating pieces such as Calder‘s Circus, and surprisingly, are not terribly bogged down by De Salvo and Weinberg’s lapses in curatorial vision (one of the ‘chapters’, “Music, Pink and Blue,” suggests synesthesia as a unifying trademark for a certain number of paintings, none of whose painters actually had the condition). In the Wall Street Journal review of this exhibition, critic Lee Rosenbaum (of CultureGrrrl fame) complains about the absence of exhibition space to appropriately showcase all of the amazing prints the Whitney has in its collection. I agree with Rosenbaum on this count and several others, but there are two compliments I’m obliged to pay to the Whitney: firstly, having visited the building some time ago, I fell in love with the outdoor spaces overlooking the Hudson river and the High-line, given the simple way in which they are adorned with minimalist sculptures. While the beauty of minimalism was heavily demonstrated in ‘Rational Irrationalism’ (chapter 15), I appreciated the Whitney’s further homage to the movement, considering it makes up much of their collection, although Mary Heilmann‘s neon chair Sunset sculpture deck [see left] serves as a cute, spacious setting for a social-media snap, and little else. Secondly, I’d like to acknowledge and congratulate the Whitney on its ability to create, on quite a large scale, an exhibition that successfully blends art of the old and the new, the latter, of course, being digital works that read as both relevant and as ephemeral in a good way.

MORE FROM THE WHITNEY this inaugural exhibit closed in early fall, but check out “Frank Stella: a Retrospective,” on through Feb. 7th, and “Archibald Motley: a Jazz Age Modernist,” on through Jan. 17th. Location: Whitney Museum of Modern Art 99 Gansevoort Street New York, NY 10014

The Whitney Museum has become and will continue to be a critical fixture of the downtown New York art scene. A great portion of today’s contemporary art is transient, but with “America is Hard to See,” the institution has demonstrated that it is here for the long stretch, continuing on the legacy of Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, who operated the original Whitney building, now the New York Studio School, as both a place for artists to work and for her private collection. The museum acknowledges the vision of its unique namesake in the free exhibition on the ground floor about Gertrude and the Studio School building, there would be no Whitney without her. “America is Hard to See,” closed on September 27th, but I encourage you all to explore future exhibitions at the Whitney. writing by Moselle Kleiner ‘17, image by Tamar Sidi ‘17 23

THEATRE “Les Misérables”

With its exhilarating grandeur, the new revival of the longest running musical ever,Les Misérables, provides an experience that is both exciting and moving. Les Misérables tells the story of an unfortunate ex-convict named Jean Valjean who is sentenced to parole for the rest of his life. However, endeavoring to forget his past and start anew, he destroys his parole sheet and assumes a false name of Monsieur Madeleine. The musical explores what happens to him as he adopts a young orphan and eventually becomes involved in the June Rebellion, more commonly known as the Paris Uprising. With its breathtaking and renowned score, Les Misérables never seems to get old in the mind of the audience. The new production provides a fresh, new view of the story, using some of the amateur paintings of Victor Hugo, the author of the French book Les Misérables, as backdrops. The production is grand and really grasps the essential elements of the show with its versatile ability: taking only a moment to change from a garden to a street to a barricade to a sewer. However, it is not the striking production that makes the show a must-see. It is the incredible, gut-wrenching performance of the protagonist of the show, Jean Valjean, the ex-convict. Jean Valjean is played by Ramin Karimloo, whose incredibly powerful voice and impressive range left the audience applauding ecstatically. His crystal clear high notes and emotion undertones made his performance especially impressive and moving. Although Mr. Karimloo’s performance was the most notable part of the show, the rest of the cast was great as well, particularly Will Swenson, who plays Javert, the policeman obsessed with hunting down Valjean; Caissie Levy, the heart-broken Fantine; and Kyle Scatcliffe, playing Enjolras, the fiery and determined leader of the Paris Uprising. The orchestra added even more intensity and excitement to the already-complex and riveting show. For fans of the movie, the show exceeds every expectation and makes Tom Hooper’s Les Misérables (2013) seem almost lame by comparison. A thrilling show full of unforgettable moments, Les Misérables is highly recommended and sure to make an enjoyable and exceptional evening. writing by Natalie Kahn ‘19 Les Misérables is an ongoing production as of press time. Location: Broadway’s Imperial Theatre 249 W 45th Street New York, NY 10036

“Sylvia” reviewed “This play could have been a Saturday Night Live sketch,” my friend cheekily remarked during the applause. “Good call,” I said. “But I still had fun watching it!” That exchange basically summed up my experience watching “Sylvia” on Broadway. The premise of the show revolves around a newly empty-nester, Greg (Matthew Broderick), who rescues Sylvia the talking dog (Annaleigh Ashford) off the streets of New York and and brings her into his home. Meanwhile, his wife Kate (Julie White) tries to acclimate to their new life in the city. However, Kate is less than pleased with Sylvia’s growing relationship with Greg, and Sylvia takes a toll on both his marriage and job. Robert Sella’s portrayal of a creepy dog owner, a stereotypical Upper East Side socialite and couples’ counselor almost stole the show. Yet it was Sylvia’s witty dialogue and abundance of physical comedy that guaranteed an abundance of laughs from the audience. The comedy was counterbalanced with the frustration of the crumbling relationship of Greg and Kate. I enjoyed watching Sylvia, especially as a new dog owner. I have always wondered what my pet was thinking on walks or while wandering around the house, and I can definitely imagine his barks translating into Sylvia’s sassy dialogue. However, my grandfather, who is afraid of dogs, left during intermission because he found the play “excruciating.” I also began to get antsy by the middle of the second act. Although “Sylvia” is funny, perhaps it is better suited to a three-minute comedy sketch. for details, see in this issue

Eliana Doft ‘16, image by Noa Attias ‘18

“Phantom of the Opera” Broadway’s longest running musical (27 years and counting) is a classic and timeless story that will never tire and will always be enjoyed by viewers from all around the world. Based on the horror novel written by Gaston Leroux in 1910, The Phantom of the Opera tells the tale of a deformed composer that haunts the Paris Opera House. This composer is madly in love with a woman named Christine, and is forever composing operas and tutoring her in the secluded cave in which he hides because he is ashamed of his marred face. The phantom sends himself into a rage when a man from Christine’s past appears and complicates the plot by proposing to Christine. The murderous tendencies of the phantom are seen clearly when he kidnaps his love and sets off a disastrous domino chain effect that threatens the lives of all those who work in the opera house, and his own. I was lucky enough to experience this show in front row seats where I could really appreciate the exquisite makeup, costume, and set design that contributed to the overall performance. The theatrical effects were astounding and the signature crashing of the chandelier to the floor proved both frightening and exhilarating. However, the component that struck me the most was the rich and classical music, both instrumental and vocal, that carried the entire performance. The Phantom of the Opera is a must-see! for details, see in this issue

Maya Shalom ‘18

“Trike” @ the Magnet Theater The young Magnet Theater has been steadily growing in popularity. What was once a quiet comedy improv theater in lower Manhattan is now a destination spot for big groups looking to laugh. It recently celebrated its ten-year anniversary, making it a more credible improv theater—similar to the Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB) and the Peoples’ Improv Theater (PIT). One of the Magnet’s most popular shows, Trike, airs Saturday nights at 9pm and stars two of the Magnet’s most talented teachers: Peter McNerney and Nick Kanellis. The show begins with a suggestion of a word or phrase from the audience. The improvisers establish two characters off of the suggestion, reference other characters or time periods in their conversation and become those characters as well. They differentiate between people through accents, physicality and conversation topics. The show highlights the players’ varied character repertoires and quick thinking. The New York Times called it, “one of the best improv performances in the city.” I loved it, and you will too.

Mollie Adolf ‘16

Tamar Sidi ‘17

for details, see in this issue

MUSIC

top 10 indie tracks 10. Wasting My Young Years– London Grammar

With over 26,000,000 plays on Spotify, London Grammar has had yet another successful song. This passionate track backed with hauntingly beautiful vocals is the ultimate way to tone you down after a long day. Sit back, and relax to the noise.

9. Stressed Out– Twenty One Pilots

Included in their fourth studio album, Twenty One Pilots released this song focusing on the nostalgia of an adult looking back on his childhood. With a constant beat and solid lyrics, this song is the perfect chill back tune.

8. R.I.P 2 My Youth– The Neighborhood

This West Coast aesthetic song is probably one of SoCal’s best. It’s a well-rounded tune balanced with a dark edge giving into the tracks eerie instrumentals. This song guides us through the transition of a man into adulthood and his separation from the freedom of adolescence. Although the change is described through the death of his youth, the morbid track is nothing but a yes to RISE.

7. Sleep Baby Sleep– Broods

This lullaby inspired track brings a twist with every lyric. Its perversion is intriguing, perfect for a nice listen before bed time or time alone. We are very into it.

6. Hero– Family of the Year

This song is an emotional reflection on the pressures of society. Teaching us that sometimes the best version of ourselves is just us, this song highlights what every teen needs to hear. This is a powerful song, with a delicate message.

5. Wild Ones– Bahari

Mixing in between indie rock and indie folk, this song is simplicity incarnate. It allows an easygoing vibration through the brass and into the lingering vocals that stress the highlights and downfalls of love and life.

4. Youth– Daughter

Balancing the perfect mix of a dreamy melody backed up by an acoustic guitar, this song truly feels like you’re on a cloud. The rhythm of the song gets more distinct as the dark drums come into play, distancing the vocals to an evocative ambiance of passion. Of the many tracks placed in their intense indie folk EP, this is definitely my favorite.

3. Don’t Wanna Be Your Girl– Wet Trio

Wet Trio produced this warm, soft, and slow tune which is anything but boring. The lyrics roll over one another with every drop in the beat, creating a flow that liquidly sets perfect timing for the paralleled vocals. It is a calming tune, fit for days when all you need is just a nice soothing jingle.

2. Still– The Japanese House

Londoner, Amber Bain, compiled a mesmerizing EP full of mysteriously alluring music, yet the track “Still,” stands out the most. The song centers around the theme of revisiting lost loves and fixing scars that have damaged people in the past. The song taps into elements of electro-pop and folk which is something so unique on it’s own, we can’t get enough!

1. Come Back to Me– Urban Cone + Tove Lo

This feel good song is number one for a reason. The ultra bright folk-inflected song is indeed a sing along anthem fit for long drives with friends on summer days to jam out sessions in your shower. The Swede’s soundtrack as a whole is a smooth metaphorical album but this song takes the bait. writing by Sarah Issever ‘18, image by Abbey Lepor ‘16

need help studying? try classical music As the homework piles up, it becomes harder and harder to stay focused while studying or completing assignments. Although nothing may seem nerdier than listening to a symphony while studying for a biology test, studies have shown that listening to classical music can help with focus as well as relaxation. There was a study conducted in France where students that listened to a one-hour long lecture with classical music played in the background received much higher scores on a quiz on the lecture’s material than the students who heard the lecture without the music. Researchers think that listening to classical music puts the students in an elevated emotional state, making it easier for them to process information. Classical music can also lessen anxiety. Researchers gave men undergoing biopsy headphones playing Bach, and those men claimed that they felt significantly less pain, and the doctors reported that their diastolic blood pressure did not rise during the biopsy. However, the researched found that listening to jazz or pop music while undergoing the biopsy did not prevent the blood pressure changes. Classical music is proven to help the brain relax. A study in Russia showed that children who listened to classical music for one hour daily over a six-month period developed a greater ability to “chill” and remain calm. Canadian researchers also discovered that listening to classical music by composers such as Bach, Brahms, and Handel right before you go to sleep helped people fall asleep more quickly and sleep more soundly because their rhythms and patterns put the brain in a meditative state. So before you start your five hours of studying, turn on some Mozart, and see how it goes! Natalie Kahn ‘19

Sarah Issever ‘17

CLASSICAL MUSIC STUDYING PLAYLIST 1. Pavane by Gabriel Faure 2. Canon in D Major by Johann Pachelbel 3. Vivaldi’s Winter: second mvt. Largo by Antonio Vivaldi 4. Sonata No. 14 “Moonlight Sonata” by Beethoven 5. Sonata Pathetique: second mvt. Adagio Cantabile by Beethoven 6. The Skaters’ Waltz, Op. 183 by Émile Waldteufel 7. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46 “Morning Mood” by Edvard Grieg 8. Thais: Meditation by Jules Massenet 9. Adagio in C Minor KV 456 by W.A. Mozart 10. Vocalise, Op. 34 No. 14 by Sergei Rachmaninoff

the story of two boys’ adventure in the park on a fall afternoon photography: Libby Silber ‘17 words: Hadassah Brenner ‘17 models: Sam Reich ‘17 and Alon Sidi ‘26 clothes: models’ own 33

Gazing into the gloom, with the glow of the lamplight behind, our thoughts travel miles.

Through the tread of our delicate feet upon the falling array of fire, earth, and deep greens.

With the illumination of the sun lighting the path and warming us from the crisp chill of the air seeping into our souls. Where does the path lead? To heaven?

We wander one after the other, lost upon the path. The trees behind watch silently, their cunning eyes alert, their very cores exposed. 38

The curtain of darkness sinks slowly to the musty ground as we travel beneath the tunnel of despair, and the tunnel of hope. 39

the interview no. 1

Olivia Schwartz â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;17 speaks with fashion designer (and mom)

YOCHEVED SCHWARTZ

about her new line of cocktail dresses, Margeaux New York

q&a RISE Magazine: When did you know you wanted to be a fashion designer?

RM: After all of those jobs what did you do?

Yocheved Schwartz: Well, when I was twelve, I started to make jean jackets that looked like Madonnaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s did in her music video. I would buy jean jackets and them embellish with lace trims, fabric cut outs and a lot of rhinestones. Then when my friends saw my jean jackets they all wanted one, so I sold them to all of my friends. Then as I got older all of my friends would ask me to design their wedding gowns, and that is when I knew I wanted to make dresses and gowns for a living.

YS: I had kids and moved to Englewood. I have been making custom made dresses at my house for the past fifteen years. People always asked me why I would not sell to stores with all of my experience in the industry. Now that all of my kids are more grown up, I had the opportunity to do so and I took it.

RM: What is the first thing you have ever made from scratch?

RM: How did you decide to name the line Margeaux? YS: It took a lot of thought and effort, but after coming up with many different names I decided I wanted it to be personal, so I chose Margeaux, because my middle name is Margalit.

YS: I was eighteen years old, and needed a dress for my cousinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wedding. I designed and made my first dress from scratch; unlike RM: And finally how did this all come my sweet sixteen dress which I just added together? to, for this dress I went out and bought fabric and sewed it. YS: I met a sales rep. that wanted to represent me. He showed me the ropes in the RM: Where did you go to college? wholesale business. I designed and produced my first line, in fall September 2013. YS: I went to Parsons School of Design; I took many art classes also aside from my college courses. RM: Where have you worked? YS: I worked at Rickie Freeman for Terijon. I interned at a theatre in Manhattan designing costumes and dressing the actors. I also worked at various clothing stores and for other designers. I worked with a French couturier named Rosemarie Rousselle, she had a botique on Madison Avenue. We designed a line of young chic and well-priced cocktail dresses together.

[All photos and imagery included here are courtesy of the designer]. Olivia Schwartz â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;17 41

FASHION

Top 5 NYFW Shows (Spring/Summer 2016) marc jacobs Held at the Ziegfeld theater, the last single screen cinema in the city, the show included many red, white and blue hues on different fabrics. The clothing was more than just a design as it included deeper messages held through these hues and patterns and the location of the show.

oscar de la renta Designed by Peter Copping, the dresses maintained a lot of the classic De La Renta designs while also including some of Coppingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own twists. Common colors included shades of green and reds and blues, along with whites.

rodarte The Kate and Laura Mulleavy show was outdone in the materials used in the dresses. Fabrics and materials included lace, beads, fringe, different prints, crochet, trailing scarves, and metallic platforms.

alexander wang This show was all about street wear, as the clothing included hoodies, oversized pants and jean jackets. The colors and the simple designs were just right.

proenza schouler The highlight of this show was the details on the dresses, including the ruffles and the cutouts. Julia Levi â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;18

TECH & STYLE

Project Jacquard Google invented a new technology named “Project Jacquard” that involves weaving electronics into fabric to create a touch screen inside material. Jacquard yarn combines thin, metallic alloys with natural and synthetic yarns. Jacquard yarns are not distinguishable from the normal yarn that we use to produce fabrics today. Everyday objects such as furniture and clothing can be transformed into interactive surfaces. Having sensors attached to our clothing offers new possibilities with services and devices. Project Jacquard can be used in many ways in the fashion industry. Designers can use the fabric just as they would use any other fabric, without anyone learning about the electronics behind it. Developers can also connect existing apps to their clothing to create special features.

writing by Netanel Kamel ‘18, image by Moselle Kleiner ‘17

Black Flowy Skirts Whether you love them or hate them, there’s no denying that the staple of Ramaz fashion is the black “flowy” skirt from American Apparel. Highly esteemed for its uncanny ability to act as both a chic miniskirt and, come Mincha, a completely modest heap of cloth, there’s simply no other piece of clothing like it. It effortlessly (and believe me, effortlessly) goes with leggings or tights, big sweaters or formfitting shirts, sneakers or boots. I would even go so far to say that the only true constants in my life are my black flowy skirts: they stick with me through history papers and math tests, shabbatons and Mondays, and unlike my hair, they never have “bad days.” However, Ramaz girls seem to be the only girls who appreciate this magical, versatile skirt. American Apparel recently discontinued the style, and with the company’s impending bankruptcy it may very well be that the skirt is gone forever. An end of an era is upon us, and I’m just grateful that I have my 5 identical skirts to last me through it. writing and background art on both pages by Meira Gilbert ‘16

FALL

fashion finds

COLLAGE

(from left, clockwise) Saint Laurent Cropped Motorcycle Jacket, 2,955 Euros; Zara Wool Coat, $149; Adidas Superstar City NYC Casual Shoes, $100; Ray Ban RB3447 Round Metal 029 Sunglasses, $110; Zara High Neck Sweater, $50; Acne Studios Payton boiled wool-blend mini skirt, 270 Euros. Zara Fringed Bluchers With Buckle, $50; Raquel Michel â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;17 45

MEET ME ON MADISON four friends get together at dusk for a walk along Madison Avenue photography: Elie Present ‘16 models: Anaelle Chetrit ‘17, Sarah Issever ‘18, Moselle Kleiner ‘17, and Tamar Sidi ‘17 clothes: courtesy of Sarah Issever ‘18

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ASTRONOMY

Newly Discovered Planet with Two Suns It turns out that planets with two suns probably are more common than people think. Scientists recently discovered the existence of a “tenth planet,” a planet with two suns, also known as an exoplanet. And they say that this new planet adds to evidence that such planets with two suns may be more common than single-sun ones like Earth. Scientists have known for a long time that most stars come as pairs or multiples. They wonder if these multi-star systems might also host planets. The newfound exoplanet, Kepler-453b, is 1,400 light-years from Earth. It orbits in a two-sun/binary system. If a planet’s orbit doesn’t pass between Earth and its stars, no starlight will ever point to the planet’s existence. The next step for astronomers will be to figure out how to detect these types of planets. If the planet is big enough, its gravity will affect its stars’ orbits. Most known exoplanets orbit a single star, but that’s because of observational bias. Early exoplanet surveys excluded systems with multiple stars. Even after scientists started looking at two-star systems, they found that most of the planets that turned up were orbiting only one of the two stars. Some exoplanets have even more suns. A few orbit in three- and even four-star systems. Life on Kepler-453b might be unlikely, though, since this exoplanet is a gas giant (it has no solid surface) Netanel Kamel ‘18

MONO CHROME exploring the juxtaposition of dark & light at the World Trade Center PATH tunnel photography: Hannah Blas ‘16 and Lily Shams ‘17 models: Norman Maleh ‘16 and Jake Shams ‘17 clothes: models’ own

RANDOMS INTERVIEW

SPECIAL FEATURE

LITERATURE

FOOD

PSYCHOLOGY 63

the interview no. 2 Tamar Sidi â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;17 speaks with interior designer

ROZIT ARDITI

about her passion for decorating and design

Fort Greene apartment by Arditi, see left

Rozit Arditi of Arditi Design Rozit is a designer originally from Istanbul, Turkey. She received her Bachelor’s Degree at the Rhode Island School of Design, where she majored in Furniture Design. Rozit’s work has been exhibited at multiple design shows including ICFF, Design Philadelphia, Istanbul Design Week and Miami Art Basel. Upon graduating, she worked for five years in furniture, before shifting her specialty to interior design. After working freelance, Rozit began her own company in 2012, Arditi Design, where she specializes in interior design and decoration. Arditi is currently employed at Mendelson Group Inc. where she works on construction and project management.

q&a RISE Magazine: How were you able to apply a then specify various pieces based on their taste. background in furniture design at the start of With the budget in mind, style and search for piecyour interior design career? es to present to them and then begin curating an interior for them. Both the client and the designer, Rozit Arditi: Studying furniture design proved to must go into every project with an open mind, willbe extremely useful when I made the switch to in- ing to experiment with every fabric and accessory. terior design. Both are closely related: in furniture design you think in a smaller scale, as opposed to RM: Are there certain materials you tend to interior design, where you need to translate to a gravitate towards? What are some of your placlarger scale. es to source materials? RM: How do you begin to configure and design RA: I have always leant towards wooden furnian interior? ture as opposed to metal or glass. Wood is much warmer, homier. Glass and metals come off harshly. RA: The first step would be familiarizing yourself Regardless, I always make use of textures in rugs, with the space. Once you know the space you’re as they soften every environment. working with, create a floor plan based on the cli- These are some of the shops I frequently visit for ent’s needs. How do they entertain? What do they materials: 1st Dibs (which is great for vintage and expect from the space? How do they live? These antiques,) BBDW, and Room Furniture (for a high are all questions you should be asking yourself. budget.) Arteriors, and Dwell Studio (for a lower Once you have agreed upon a furniture plan, you budget.)

RM: What is your favorite part about being an interior designer? RA: I think the fact that design can change people’s lives and change the way they live. The space you surround yourself with will change your energy. If everything around you is thoughtfully accumulated, matching your taste and personality, you can only be happier. I love helping others see the greater picture– it’s something that comes so naturally to me. Sometimes it’s a challenge if your style clashes greatly with a client’s, but you learn to think for other people. Every project is a new learning experience. RM: Where do you see interior design going in the future? Is there an overlap between fashion and interior design? RA: It’s hard to tell where interior design will go, some designers will opt towards even more of a traditional base while others will continue to work with a “minimalist living” trend which many young adults have adopted. There is always an overlap between fashion and interior design. Design is all one great circle and everything leads to each other. Fabrics, textures, and colors, all overlap. For instance-textile designers and print designers help interior designers with fabric and wallpaper trends. RM: What have been your favorite interior design projects? RA: I have two vivid favorites- a townhouse in Brooklyn (one of my first projects,) and an apartment in the West Village. I think I have selected these two because I formed a strong connection with both clients and was able to see just how interior designers have changed and helped decorate their lives. They still come back from time to time, asking for new pieces. Rockitt-Corkitt image, see right West Village living room, see far right 66

RM: What is your dream project? RA: A full townhouse renovation (construction, renovation, and decoration,) in any neighborhood! Check out some of Rozit’s fun furniture pieces! She designed her Rockitt and Corkitt pieces after being inspired by the “roly poly toy,” wanting to create something playful and clean, a piece that many people could enjoy. These fun and functional tumbler stools are custom made to order: http://www.voosfurniture.com/#/designers/rozit-arditi/rockitt [All photos and imagery included here are courtesy of the designer] Tamar Sidi ‘17

TIPS FROM THE DESIGNER for kids interested in design

Be sure to check out DIA in Beacon New York, Storm King Sculpture Garden, and the Museum of Art and Design (MAD)

designing or redecorating your bedroom

Display memorable things that spark joy in you, things that will put a smile on your face every day. Don’t hold onto anything just for the sake of it, when rearranging think about the NOW, do you really need that Hello Kitty clock from third grade? Only keep the things you love, it’s no secret that city apartments are small.

making small spaces seem big

A lot of people have the notion that the more white, the better. However, if all the walls are white, you see all the corners and the space can seem smaller then if there were at least a few accent walls. If it’s a bit darker the edges will blur and the space will seem larger. Invest in vertical storage. Don’t push everything to the wall, try to bring things inside the room.

featured

VEGAN BEAUTY

Cosmetics Made Thoughtfully for the Body & Mind Too often we limit the definitions of veganism or vegetarianism to food when in reality, they apply to any product made at the expense of an animal. Whether you realize it or not, animals are an active ingredient in most of our beauty and hygiene products. Non-vegan products range from perfume that benefitted from animal cruelty to honey-based lip balm. Some test their products on animals; others contain ingredients obtained through animals. Luckily, there is a vegan friendly alternative for all of these products!

1. Face Wash Alba Botanica has an entire line of vegan friendly Hawaiian facial cleansers. Each is gentle and hydrating, leaving skin feeling soft and totally natural. Reccomended--Hawaiian Facial Cleanser: for daily cleansing Hawaiian Facial Mask (Papaya enzyme): for weekly cleaning Hawaiian Facial Toner: cleans out pores. Good after workouts or in the middle of a busy day Hawaiian Oil Free Moisturizer (aloe and green tea): follow cleansing with this moisturizer to avoid dryness

2. Makeup Physicians Formula’s vegan makeup is great even if you’re not using it to protest animal cruelty. Because it is made with natural products, it doesn’t cause breakouts or dry out lashes. Recommended--Organic Wear Lash Boosting Mascara: makes lashes look fuller and longer, comes off easily with water. Too Faced “Something About Berry” blush: light weight, subtle, pink blush. This product does not clog pores or cause breakouts, and you can even use the Hawaiian Facial Cleanser by Alba Botanica to remove it!

3. Shampoo and Conditioner Curly Hair: Deva Curl No Poo and One Condition soften curls leaving them light and bouncy. Sulfate free shampoo (no bubbles) prevents frizz, and light conditioner is easy to leave in. They have a line of post-shower products for all kinds of curls- loose, tight, springy and wavy. There’s also a Deva Curl salon on the Upper West Side where they walk you through a treatment specific to your hair. Straight Hair: Not Your Mother’s “Way To Grow Long and Strong Shampoo and Conditioner” helps hair grow longer, faster and stronger. Also prevents breakage.

4. Soap Ology “Lavender Pure Castle Soap” smells delicious and leaves skin soft even in the dry winter months.

5. Deoderant Tom’s of Maine “Wild Lavender” is one of few brands that carry cruelty free deodorants. Others include: Jason, Dr. Organic, and Salt of the Earth. for a complete list of vegan friendly products or foods go to peta.org writing by Mollie Adolf ‘16, image by Tamar Sidi ‘17

LITERATURE Winter Book List

1. When You are Engulfed in Flames, by David Sedaris Compilation of autobiographical comical essays about Sedaris’s implied midlife crisis. It’s great if you don’t have time to read an entire book at once. The short essays link together through nothing more than a common theme, so it’s easy to pick up and put down.

2. The Other Wes Moore, by Wes Moore An autobiography about Wes Moore, a Baltimore native, who grew up down the block from a boy who shared his name but led a very different life. Moore contrasts his life with his neighbor’s, questioning his worthiness of prosperity, and underscoring the corruption that race, money and power all bring to the forefront.

3. Middlesex, by Jeffrey Eugenides Narrated by middle-aged Cal, this novel explores the life of a Greek, Americanized Intersexual. Its subtle Greek mythological references make it a literary masterpiece, and its heavy focus on the experience of someone so unusual offers its readers the chance to reevaluate their political opinions and sway a little bit closer to the left. Eugenides’s novel sends an important message to members of the up and coming generation to open their minds and see things through another person’s perspective. Mollie Adolf ‘16

Cozy Spots to Read & Write in NYC Most writers and avid readers will tell you they sometimes need a change of scenery—a place to get lost in a book or complete a short story away from home. Unfortunately, the usual suspects leave much to be desired: reading on the subway during rush hour invites unsolicited advice from onlookers (“Reading Dostoyevsky? Oh, I hated him in college!”) and tapping away on your laptop at Starbucks is best left to over-caffeinated college kids. Instead, here are some of my favorite spots

for the morally conscious

Housing Works Bookstore and Café, an eccentric two-tired bookstore filled with Harry Potter-esque spiraling staircases and intimate nooks perfect for reading and writing. While the coffee is more or less forgettable, proceeds go, as the name suggests, to New York City housing projects.

for the European

A personal favorite of mine, Café Noi on the Upper East Side offers the authentic feel of a small European café, with amazing coffee and free Wifi to beat. The staff, an eclectic yet friendly mix of Parisians, Israelis, and Russians, have stories of their own to tell but will leave you to your novel or laptop.

for the instagrammer

For those who prefer the outdoors, there is New York City classic Bryant Park, a perfect spot for reading and writing all year long. I enjoy reading there even in the winter under the holiday lights with a hot chocolate to warm my hands. Bryant Park also offers an open-air library or “Reading Room” that dates back to the Great Depression, when free reading materials were made available for jobless intellectuals. Historic, picturesque, and so New York.

for the neighborhood reader

A Yorkville staple, Logos Book Store offers an escape from mammoth book store chains like Barnes & Nobles. Although the independent bookstore specializes in Judeo-Christian selections, it also offers a great variety of books for adults and children and a laidback, accommodating staff. Hannah Benhamo ‘16, , image by Tamar Sidi ‘17

FOOD

Fall & Winter Recipes Straight from the Kitchen Pumpkin Spice Lattes Makes two cups Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canned pumpkin 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (can buy in any supermarket), plus more to garnish Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract 2 cups whole milk 1 to 2 shots espresso, about 1/4 cup (if you don’t have an espresso maker you can use 1/31/2 cups of strongly brewed coffee) 1/4 cup heavy cream, whipped until firm peaks form Equipment: Mixer, whisk, or hand blender, to whip cream Saucepan Wooden spoon Whisk Blender Espresso maker or coffee maker Instructions: Heat the pumpkin and spices: In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook the canned pumpkin with the pumpkin pie spice and a generous helping of black pepper for 2 minutes or until it’s hot and smells cooked. Stir constantly. Stir in the sugar: Add the sugar (to the saucepan) and stir until the mixture looks like a bubbly thick syrup. Warm the milk: Whisk in the milk and vanilla extract (to the saucepan). Warm gently over medium heat, watching carefully to make sure it doesn’t boil over. Blend the milk: Carefully process the milk mixture with a hand blender or in a traditional blender (hold the lid down tightly with a thick wad of towels!) until frothy and blended. Mix the drinks: Make the espresso or coffee and divide between two mugs and add the frothed milk. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, or nutmeg if desired. Ilan Sidi ‘19

Warm and Hearty Soups MUSHROOM BARLEY 1 cup of barley 8 cups of water 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil 2 onions, chopped 1 carrot, thinly sliced 2 stalks of celery, thinly sliced 2 10 oz. packages of sliced mushrooms ½ teaspoon of salt ½ teaspoon of black pepper (meat, optional) Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until onions are soft and translucent (about 10 minutes). Stir in mushrooms, cook 5 minutes more. Add spices and water. Cook for 1 hour. Alexandra Schreiber ‘17 BUTTERNUT SQUASH 1 box of cubed Butternut Squash 1 large onion (chopped) 2 carrots (sliced) Imagine Vegetarian No-Chicken Broth (parve) Salt and pepper (add as needed) ½ or 1 cup of Water (determine amount of water and chicken broth depending on desired serving size) In a large pot, saute onion slowly. Add imagine soup mix, water, squash, and carrots. Stir and add salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Simmer for an hour, and when the mixture is a little cool, pulverize the ingredients. Heat up as needed. writing by Rachel Russo ‘17, image by Abbey Lepor ‘16

PSYCHOLOGY Word of the Issue

lucid dreams dreams in which people are aware that they are dreaming. Dreams seem so out of hand because they happen to us when we are in an almost high, mystical place– they are so seemingly out of reach from our everyday reality. Once we think we understand what is happening, the true meaning escapes our mind. The desire of the secret knowledge behind dreaming is a pleasure hidden the deepest catacombs of our conscious. Unfortunately, most times only to be released by the our awareness, dejavu or our human mentality to be dumbfounded. Aristotle once said: Often when one is asleep, there is something in consciousness, which declares that what then presents itself is but a dream. Lucid dreaming is any dream when one is aware that one is dreaming. Lucid dreaming is trippy. Generally, lucid dreams can be very realistic and vivid because the brain waves produce a higher frequencies, and therefore there is an increased amount of activity in the brain. Unfortunately, not much is known about lucid dreaming, which makes it even more hidden and noir than it already sounds. written by Abbey Lepor ‘16, image by Tamar Sidi ‘17

THE TALENT BOARD Featuring the artwork, poems, and stories of Ramaz’s creative student body The theme–

noir nights

with writing & imagery inspired by it

overnight repair Nighttime is when we Pick up the pieces and see We can start again.

What it used to be Is what we hope that we’ll see When our eyes open.

The days are tiring Long, grueling, trying, filled with The fears we hide from.

And our nighttime mind Tries extremely hard to find Solace in the moon.

At night we can try To reorganize our lives And set it in place.

So we close our eyes, Our imaginations rise, And we start again.

Rebecca Araten ‘18 left: Rebecca Silverman ‘16 above: Rebecca Silverman ‘16

[untitled] My brain, Once so pregnant with deep thought, Now gives birth to worms. My body was a flesh canoe For love and soul and such, But now the vessel sunk in earth While maggots think me lunch. Hands that did create fine art Once rest upon young hips, Uncut nails growing long Spring forth from fingertips. A wet pink tongue that could contort To extract sweet tunes, I’d let it drink sweet peach juice For hours afternoon. Oh, throbbing thing that jumped and pumped Liquid crimson love, I gave my heart to a girl That just returned a shrug. Oh, throbbing thing that pumped and jumped Bursting from its cage of ribs, I set you free from your cell And watched my soul escape my lips. Gabriel Zimbler ‘16 previous: Gabriel Zimbler ‘16 left: Rebecca Silverman ‘16

the night has fallen The night has fallen upon my skin, But I see no stars in the sky. The children have retired and stopped their din But I am yet to be quieted tonight. The pastor has told me to mutter hymns, But my soul is yet to be forgiven, For it still sins. And so I write to you by candlelight, Hoping you will see, That we are all hidden in a cloud of darkness, It’s not just me. The wax will melt, The lead will break, This is how, You see, We will all meet our fate. Come home and share the cloud with me, I long for your company, This burden has no remedy. Tamar Sidi ‘17 right: Mariah Hubert ‘17

graduation I never would have thought I would like the smell of these leaves around me. I could lash my hand through their colors embrace and all I would feel are the times I had laid in them when I was younger and my mom would smack my butt as she wiped away the dirt to tell me, “Kid! Dirt is dirty!” Yet, I also never thought I would be here in this room looking at my wall of pictures of you and wondering why I had ever started this obsession that I had begun but then again the second I laid eyes on you I knew you weren’t dirty. I walk around my cabin and there’s not much I can see through these foggy windows and brown tainted walls so I leave to get some air but that is never something I ever want when I am with you in that one place at that one time. I think I went to the lake three times and back and slapped the water to watch every drop leave the surface and return home yet I get so happy at that thought, exactly, that I left home and now I don’t ever have to go back because you and I are together and that makes me pleased. I know it makes you glad too. When I think about the fact that you are in my house right now at this moment in my room on that stage waiting for me to come home is a sensation better than the one I got when I saw the look on my mother’s face as she watched me get dirtier and dirtier with every kick as I stroked more leaves and more shades spread through my cargo shorts. I would wipe them off just so they can get on my hands because I know how she hated me getting dirty. I never would have thought I would like the smell of you when I come home from my afternoon walks because most people, to be honest, don’t like that smell. I wouldn’t either if it was anyone different but 86

every time I walk past your room I can get a whiff of that one night I caught your attention when all our friends stood on podiums and talked about how we never want to leave one another and life would be different once we all separated. I thank god we never had to separate and thank him to for letting you stay as beautiful as you did eight years ago yet your clothes and you look a bit different. I don’t mind. However now, it’s dinner and I never really thought I would be the one cooking for the two of us tonight because my mother always told me a proper lady will cook dinner for her husband and I also know our wedding was nothing too official like the night I met you when you stood on that podium and made a speech and wore a purple dress. I can spit it right back to you when you’re ready. It was two inches below your knee and you looked innocent but the peak of your skin through your white lily cardigan would tell me otherwise. I listened to my thoughts and I’m glad I did because now you’re here as I feed you dinner and I never would have thought you would look so beautiful on my pedestal in my basement and you don’t speak to me as much as you did eight years ago that one night I brought you here but it’s okay because it’s me and you, and as I think about it more maybe you do belong there hanging from my ceiling behind my podium on my stage where I can look at you every night and feel happy. Sarah Issever ‘18 above: Gabriel Zimbler ‘16 87

right: Rebecca Silverman â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;16

IN THIS ISSUE Index of Information and Details cover

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inside jacket

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theme page

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contributors page

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table of contents page

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winter calendar

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reviews page

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pg. 18 “by CHLOE”

Location: 185 Bleeker Street New York, NY 10012

pg. 20 “The Rise of Sneaker Culture”

unfortunately, at press time, this exhibition has closed. check out the Brooklyn Museum’s other shows, including “Agitprop,” through August 7th. Location: 200 Eastern Pkwy Brooklyn, NY 11238

pg. 25 “Sylvia” Reviewed

Moselle Kleiner ‘17

Sylvia is an ongoing production as of press time. Location: the Cort Theatre 138 West 48th Street New York, NY 10036

pg. 26 “Phantom of the Opera”

Phantom of the Opera is an ongoing production as of press time. Location: Performing Arts Theater 247 44th Street New York, NY 10036

pg. 26 “Trike”

Trike is an ongoing production as of press time. Location: the Magnet Theater 254 West 29th Street New York, NY 10001

outer jacket

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back cover

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