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Emily Carlisle

Emily Carlisle, Entertainment Reporter

Hi, my name is Emily Carlisle! I am a third year Entertainment Reporter for the HiLite . I am in Accents and spend a lot of my time singing and dancing. I also love spending time with my three legged bearded dragon, Webster. Hope you enjoy my work!

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Sinder photographed artwork at Holsteins at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas. Sinder said Sam Dameshek and Tyler Kohlhoff’s photography styles have influenced the direction of her own photography.

With May as National Photography Month, students discuss different types of photography

May 21, 2021

Choir students prepare for end of year

April 30, 2021

Come Support Accents at Center Green on April 25 from 3 to 4 p.m. [Of Stage and Screen]

April 23, 2021
Yumi Colombo, president of Accents and senior, rehearses after school for the upcoming community shows. The shows’ set will be 1940s-themed, and Colombo said she cannot wait to perform again.

CHS show choirs modify spring competition season

March 18, 2021

Choirs to prepare for show choir clinic

March 1, 2021

Netflix Party rebrands as Teleparty [Of Stage and Screen]

February 28, 2021

Carmel Choirs work toward Choral Showcase

February 4, 2021

Disney’s “Soul” not for young children [Of Stage and Screen]

January 31, 2021
Senior Aidan Hurley smiles and poses outside. Hurley created the WHJE fashion podcast, Fashion Philosophy, as a way to interview and learn from various guests.

Engaging with feminine fashion provides creative outlet, enjoyment for male students

January 15, 2021

Welcome to Of Stage and Screen! [Of Stage and Screen]

November 18, 2020

Carmel Choirs members begin to prepare for Holiday Spectacular

November 18, 2020

Choirs work toward performance in October, among other goals

November 11, 2020
Junior Madeline Blank smiles as she rewatches old episodes of Wizards of Waverly Place on Disney+. With the renewal of old shows, many teenagers are revisiting their childhood in nostalgic remembrance of their favorite shows.

Resurgence of popular TV shows from 2000s prompts students feeling of nostalgia

October 23, 2020

Carmel Choirs to host fall concert

October 8, 2020
The flute section moves in formation together during rehearsal. They practice their music and the moves at the same time, putting it together with the rest of the band. Social distancing is enforced as much as possible.

Performing arts responds to challenges of COVID-19, implements new changes

September 24, 2020
New district Wi-Fi process confusing and inconvenient, school should work out kinks

New district Wi-Fi process confusing and inconvenient, school should work out kinks

September 15, 2020
During the school year, I always make sure to take one art class per semester. I feel like having an art class in my curriculum gives me a place to forget about all the stress of my other classes for 90 minutes.

[Photo] Students practice art to find structure, emotional outlet during tense time

August 13, 2020
Junior Cambel Castle uses photography as a source of expression

Junior Cambel Castle uses photography as a source of expression

May 21, 2020

Upcoming Legacy Concert to honor the impact Carmel Choirs directors make on students’ lives.

March 20, 2020
Julia Ammons (center), actress in the Civic Theatre’s “Much Ado About Nothing” and senior, dances with actor Jonathan Doram during a dress rehearsal on Feb. 6. The dance takes place in celebration of the wedding between Claudio and Hero during the ending of the play.

As the Ides of March draws nearer, students, director of Much Ado About Nothing challenge stigmas of Shakespearian literature

February 21, 2020
ON THE FLOOR: Junior Austin Audia performs during a ComedySportz match after school. Members often incorporate unique styles of humor to win ComedySportz matches.

With growing presence in media, stand-up comedy becomes more mainstream

January 23, 2020
Students, friends should attend more performing arts events than just Holiday Spectacular

Students, friends should attend more performing arts events than just Holiday Spectacular

December 12, 2019
Note: This is a character design by junior Kenzie Howard; this was not created by the HiLite staff. Kenzie Howard, character designer and junior, draws different aspects of her original character, Felicity. She created the concept based off of the question of what animals would look like if they were humans.

Student character designers, art teacher describe effects of new styles of animation

December 12, 2019
THE SUN WILL COME OUT: Senior Lydia Rusin listens to advice from a consultant on how to match her makeup to the time period of “Annie” while an adult volunteer helps her put up her hair. Rusin said she decided to join the cast because there were not going to be cuts to the cast list.

Carmel Apprentice Theatre to show production of “Annie,” “Annie Warbucks”­ back-to-back

November 15, 2019
Juniors Olivia “Via” Sargent and Skylar Greaves hold hands over a pentagram of crystals. Greaves said that Wiccan practices channel a more spiritual and earthy aspect of witchcraft.

With Halloween around the corner, practicing Wiccans, Pagan debunk stereotypes around their religions

October 24, 2019
Sophomore Grant Herrmann plays his baritone in marching band’s new show, “Eternal Beloved.” The show includes excerpts from Queen songs such as “Bohemian Rhapsody.”

Marching band students, director expand on new symphony for this year’s show, includes melodies from Queen songs

October 24, 2019
Kyle Barker, associate choral director and lead director of Ambassadors, praises the choir on their hard work at the MIC Choral Festival. Barker said the students showed great effort throughout the long and tiring day.

Ambassadors prepare for fall concert

October 17, 2019
Associate choral director, Kyle Barker explains the Ambassadors' plans for the near future. Barker said the students have a lot to focus on but are doing a good job of keeping everything fresh in their minds.

Ambassadors start school year strong

September 27, 2019
LEARNING CHOREO: Sophomore Meg Shaffer (left), junior Lindsay Vrobel (middle) and sophomore Ava Reynolds (right) practice the choreography in class. Vrobel said Allegro will learn new choreography this year to perform at concerts.

All(egro) In: Carmel Choirs adds second all-girls competing ensemble this school year

September 20, 2019
The Name Game: Students should make effort to learn classmates' names to make them feel appreciated

The Name Game: Students should make effort to learn classmates’ names to make them feel appreciated

September 20, 2019
Izzy Topp, marching band drum major and sophomore, conducts during a rehearsal outside after school. Topp said the marching band’s success at competitions contributed to its Grand Marshal title.

Marching to the Beat: CHS marching band named Grand Marshal of parade, prepares for CarmelFest

May 23, 2019
Kyle Barker, lead director of Ambassadors, describes the spring concert. Barker said that the concert closes with every choir onstage singing a song together.

Ambassadors plan to wrap up the year with spring concert

May 13, 2019
FIGHT CLUB: Michael Geary (right), a freshman playing Elmer in “Newsies,” practices fight choreography. He said this is his first time in a show with adults.

Carrying the Banner: Civic Theatre’s new adaptation of “Newsies” production provides opportunities, lessons of character

April 19, 2019
Gui Basso, sophomore and member of Ambassadors describes what a competition is like. Basso said that the competitions are long but fun and definitely worth it in the end.

Ambassadors are halfway through their show choir season

March 1, 2019
Accents 50th Year Anniversary

Accents 50th Year Anniversary

February 20, 2019
Gui Basso explains what getting ready to compete is like from the eyes of a student. Basso said it is fun seeing it all fit together and watch it become something they can perform.

Ambassadors plan to compete in a few days

February 6, 2019
Practically Perfect in Every Way: Mary Poppins Returns Review by Emily Carlisle

Practically Perfect in Every Way: Mary Poppins Returns Review by Emily Carlisle

January 13, 2019
Dancers from Expressenz Dance Center work on their doll number during rehearsal. Dancer and senior Macie Harris (far right)said the letter blocks form words during the dance.

Dancing in the Spotlight: Local dance group Expressenz earns new performance opportunities after being on “World of Dance,” will perform in Yuletide celebration

November 16, 2018
Kyle Barker, lead director of Ambassadors, plays through one of the Ambassadors' songs for Holiday Spectacular. Barker said that Ambassadors had many songs in the show to prepare.

Ambassadors continue to assemble set, songs for Holiday Spectacular

November 10, 2018
Kyle Barker, lead director of Ambassadors, shows his appreciation for the Ambassador's hard work. Barker spoke of how many things the Ambassadors have on their plate at the moment.

After fall concert, Ambassadors prepare for Cabaret, more

October 17, 2018
Photo caption- Gui Basso, sophomore and member of Ambassadors, jokes about what they have coming up. Basso also explained how they are working towards their goals for the upcoming weeks.

Ambassadors prepare for busy upcoming schedule

September 26, 2018
Sophomore Shannon Xie works on the finishing touches of her acrylic artwork during art cWlass. She said she is extremely picky with which types of paints she uses and usually brings them from home.

Creativity takes courage: With International Arts Festival this weekend, student artists weigh whether to pursue art as career

September 21, 2018
Kyle Barker explains what the Ambassadors will be working on for the beginning of the year. Barker discussed the upcoming fall concert and a choral conference they will be attending.

Ambassadors starts the busy year

September 4, 2018
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