Eric Church loses Entertainer of the Year vote, then rocks The Anthem
January 13, 2020
It’s not an everyday occurrence that a country music legend stops by the nation’s capital to deliver an unforgettable performance. An immensely packed line wrapped around The Anthem’s river dock with a sold-out Friday night crowd ready to see “The Chief”, Eric Church, take the stage as his ...
Fashion in the Halls: Winter edition
January 12, 2020
Ahh, the feeling of wiping your runny nose on the arm of your sweatshirt and suffering the freezing tundra that is standing at the end of the line for the metal detectors. January has come rolling in, and with it thick-knit socks and inconsistent Wilson thermostats. I’ll be frank, the cold is not a good lo...
Did you hear the news(ies): Newsies wows Beacon staff members
Virginia Suardi and Ayomi Wolff
December 23, 2019
“There’s change coming, once and for all,” announces the defiant cast of “Newsies” at Arena Stage. “Newsies,” a Disney musical, is a hearty, riotous, and spectacular show about poor New York workers standing up for their rights against the corrupt influence of newspaper giant Joseph Pulit...
A comedy about death: “Everybody” exceeds expectations
Albert Malhotra
December 23, 2019
The room goes dark, the crowd goes silent, and a spotlight appears. A sitting figure wearing black and white is shaking, leaving the audience wondering what is happening. It wakes up, and exclaims, “This is God!” A comedy about death. A comedy about death? Believe it or not, the Wilson Playe...
The thought process behind a Spotify playlist
December 23, 2019
Whether it’s on Spotify, Bandcamp, or Soundcloud, almost everybody listens to music. If you’re reading this article as you walk through the Wilson atrium or between class, there’s a decent chance that you have your earbuds in, or you’ve just recently put them into your bag. Hopefully whatev...
Want Harriet Tubman t-shirts? Mongolian Art? Literally anything? Check out Downtown Holiday Market
Annette Leber, Ruby Mason
December 23, 2019
As the weather grows colder, places all around DC begin to hang up lights and decorations in preparation for the holidays. DC’s Downtown Holiday Market returned for the 15th year in a row, centered at 8th and F Street right in front of the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The market features over 150 artists from al...
Random kid, random gig: Concert for a Cause
Lucy Harllee, Isa Thompson, and Zelia Jacobson
December 23, 2019
When we heard Aztec Sun, a band composed of nine spirited, middle-aged members, was performing at Union Stage, we decided we had to go. Not only were we excited to bust a couple of moves to the beats of this funk and soul group, but we practically jumped at the opportunity to try something new and suppor...
A must-watch movie guide for the holidays
December 23, 2019
With Thanksgiving long gone, the holiday festivity is at its height, and that means binge-watching as many movies as you can with a cup of hot chocolate in hand. Whether it’s spending snow days with friends, avoiding crazy family members during the break, or scrolling through the boring options on N...
Holiday Playlist
Lucy Harllee
December 23, 2019
The holidays are all about bringing people together and enjoying the company of loved ones. The Beacon’s Holiday Playlist can make this time of year even more enjoyable and help everyone get into the holiday spirit. This collection of songs encompasses stories about multiple religious holidays and...
Staying Local: An analysis of DC college newspapers
December 23, 2019
American University (AU), Howard, George Washington, and Georgetown: the most well-known colleges in our lovely city. Since they are right in the heart of the nation's capital, you would expect these college newspapers to mainly cover news. And if you’re like most people, “news,” especially in today...
December Albums of the Month
Lana Coulon, Alex Metzger, and Matthew O'Toole
December 23, 2019
“GINGER” by Brockhampton Lana Coulon 8.5/10 Brockhampton’s album “GINGER,” filled with topics of mental health, drug use, violence, and struggle, is unlike any other made by the boy band. Its angsty lyrics about pain and self-discovery make it a perfect winter listen. With ...
Will Tenley’s Target survive?
December 23, 2019
The District’s newest Target, situated in Tenleytown, held its grand opening on November 10. Sitting directly on top of the Tenleytown Metro Station, Target is the newest addition to the plethora of businesses near Wilson. The store has about 135 employees, including a few Wilson students, most of w...
