SCH hosted its annual talent show, Cabaret, on October 16. For those in attendance, it was an amazing opportunity to appreciate the school’s incredible student body, which boasts talents in a wide variety of disciplines, from instruments to poetry. 

But for the students performing, Cabaret is more than simply a chance to perform; it’s an opportunity to express creativity and demonstrate skill in front of an audience filled with classmates, teachers, and family members. 

Two key highlights of the night were the performances by the Hilltones and Laurelei, the school’s two a cappella groups. One Hilltones member, Roman Bostick ’26, reflected on what it meant to him to perform at Cabaret in front of a crowd. “It means a lot more than I think people assume, to have to sing and to hear that crowd backing you, to hear the applause when you’re done, to get that actual indicator that the work that you have done is good,” said Bostick. 

Bostick was particularly excited about this performance because, as a senior, it was his last chance to perform in an SCH Cabaret. “I take a lot of pride, because I know I only get one more GFS night, one more SCH-A Cappella,” stated Bostick. “I don’t really want to take anything for granted.” 

In addition to the performances by the two a cappella groups, some students also chose to perform solo acts. One such student, Tristyn Howard ’27, was inspired by past Cabaret performances when deciding to perform by herself on stage.“I remember my first time at a cabaret last year. I saw everybody sing by themselves, and I was like ‘Whoa, I could do that!’”

During her performance, Howard delivered an incredible rendition of Sam Cooke’s “A Change is Gonna Come.” Reflecting on why she chose that song, Howard noted, “I chose that song because of the current climate of our political status right now, especially with No Kings Day coming up.” 

Additionally, Howard offered a piece of advice to anyone who may be considering a performance at next year’s show. “It’s not as bad as it seems,” she said. “When they go silent, you just focus on what you’re saying. You can’t really see anybody else until they start applauding.”