From starring as Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet on a live stage to working on the screen for film The Martian, directed by Ridley Scott, Mr. O’Brien once immersed himself in stories that had already been written. As the grandson … Continue reading How does one transition from bringing stories to life on stage to helping students craft their own real-life narratives?
On March 22, 2024, the Shanghai American School Pudong community was swept away by a wave of musical talent during the annual Pudong Rocks concert, a showcase hosted by the Tri-M Music Honor Society and buoyed by the support of the Tech Crew. In 2008, Pudong Rocks was born as a fundraising initiative led by the Student Council. Created in collaboration with the Theater Tech Club, its inception aimed at achieving dual objectives: raising funds for charitable causes and fostering artistic expression and entertainment. Over time, the reins of event organization transitioned from the Student Council to the Tri-M Music … Continue reading Melodies in Motion: Pudong Rocks and the Dance of Collaboration
In a controversial development for the SAS rugby program, the past year has seen not only a shift in playing style from contact to touch rugby but also the departure of a seasoned coach, Mr. Pardy. However, Mr. Pardy has made it clear that his decision to step away from coaching isn’t directly linked to the program’s transition to touch rugby. Mr. Pardy clarified his stance, stating, “It’s not a touch thing.” He shares, “You got to buy in that on the surface rugby’s changed, but it’s still the game. And a true lover of playing isn’t going to complain … Continue reading The Shifting Landscape of SAS Rugby and the Uncertain Path Ahead
In light of the recent APAC Choir Festival, a group of 66 student musicians came together from 4 international schools across Asia (SASPD, SASPX, CISS, and AISG) to perform a series of pieces in celebration of their passion for singing … Continue reading APAC Choir Festival 2021
Traditionally, to kick off the school year with a memorable bonding experience, the school brings together an exciting trip for the incoming fresh meat — The Nine. However, due to extensive COVID-19 restrictions, the long-awaited event was cancelled last minute, … Continue reading Cancellation of The Nine: Student Voices