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The student news site of Brookline High School

The Cypress
The student news site of Brookline High School

The Cypress
Benjamin Tytell

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor

Benjamin Tytell (he/him) is in his senior year and has been on staff for three years. Ben enjoys watching YouTube videos, playing video games and removing Oxford commas from people's writing amidst a maniacal laugh of superiority. Ben knows an unhelpfully large volume of geography facts, so mention related topics at your own risk.

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For their opening act, the "Old School" team played "God," a game where one person (in this case Jack Reisman, '21) can force the actors in a scene to make different choices as they see fit. Presently, the actors are showing off their soupmaking skills to try and get a part in a movie.

2023 Needs Improvment Battle delivers fantastic performances

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor
June 2, 2023
The Tytell Timeloop: “Clueless”

The Tytell Timeloop: “Clueless”

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor
April 12, 2023
The Tytell Timeloop: "The Breakfast Club" (1985)

The Tytell Timeloop: “The Breakfast Club” (1985)

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor
March 1, 2023
The Tytell Timeloop: "Carrie" (1976)

The Tytell Timeloop: “Carrie” (1976)

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor
January 9, 2023
The A Cappella Choir performs in the Robert-Dubbs Auditorium with matching shades and coordinated dance moves.

Winter Concert sings, strings and swings once again

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor
December 19, 2022
The Tytell Timeloop: "Bye Bye Birdie"

The Tytell Timeloop: “Bye Bye Birdie”

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor
November 22, 2022
The Puffs rally together before a final battle against the forces of evil. Armed with nothing but their wands and sub-par magic skills, the group faces an uncertain fate.

“Puffs” parodies world of “Harry Potter” with magic and madness

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor
November 5, 2022
The Tytell Timeloop: Rebel Without a Cause

The Tytell Timeloop: Rebel Without a Cause

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor
October 28, 2022
The town of Brookline skews sharply left in statewide and federal elections even relative to the rest of Massachusetts.

How to run a political club in a partisan town

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Managing Editor
October 18, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Season finale edition

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Season finale edition

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
June 26, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 21

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 21

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
May 23, 2022
SATIRE: "Senior Sick Day" forces hundreds of students to stay home

SATIRE: “Senior Sick Day” forces hundreds of students to stay home

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
May 21, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 20

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 20

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
May 17, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 19

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 19

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
May 11, 2022
Art students and teachers participate in a delicate balance between freedom and objectivity.

Calculated strokes: where school and art collide

Benjamin Tytell and Andi Lowe
April 20, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 18

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 18

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
April 19, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 17

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 17

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
April 12, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 16

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 16

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
April 5, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 15

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 15

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
March 14, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 14

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 14

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
March 7, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 13

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 13

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
February 28, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 12

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 12

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
January 31, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 11

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 11

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
January 24, 2022
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 10

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 10

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
January 17, 2022
The Camerata Choir added a lot of movement and energy to their songs, making their performance a joy to watch.

Winter Concert’s variety outperforms organizational issues

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
December 22, 2021
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 9

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 9

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
December 21, 2021
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 8

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 8

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
December 14, 2021
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 7

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 7

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
November 23, 2021
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 6

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 6

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
November 15, 2021
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 5

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 5

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
November 9, 2021
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 4

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 4

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
October 26, 2021
Although usually a rower, Basie Briney fills in as coxswain during crew practice on the Charles River.

Girl’s crew team overcomes challenges for new season

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
October 23, 2021
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 3

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 3

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
October 19, 2021
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 2

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 2

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
October 11, 2021
Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 1

Saturday Night Live, Sunday Night or Later: Episode 1

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
October 7, 2021
The spiral ramp forms the main part of the aquarium, leading up from the penguins to the top of the tank. A right whale skeleton can be seen hanging from much of the aquarium.

The New England Aquarium remains a calm place in Boston

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
September 12, 2021
Chloe Locke sings in many different styles, from classical music to more personal music that she writes herself.

Chloe Locke stands out as a performer with perseverance and wide skill set

Benjamin Tytell, Arts Editor
June 24, 2021
The Town of Brookline and many other towns throughout the state have prioritized providing COVID-19 vaccines to communities such as the elderly and teachers.

Early vaccine distribution begins with support for teachers

Sofia Hauser, Benjamin Tytell, and Ansley Washburn
June 22, 2021
The Townwide Orchestra, Brookline Youth Orchestra and Brookline high school orchestra came together and performed a variety of songs on Wednesday, March 24 over Zoom.

Although a feat in and of itself, the virtual format of the All-Town Orchestra Concert at times held it back

Benjamin Tytell, Staff Writer
April 8, 2021
The high school's cheer team, which would have competed in the fall, had the season postponed until the "Fall II" period. Everyone in the community hopes to regain their season while accommodating COVID-19 safety precautions.

Cheer team hopes to regain season progress and follow safety precautions

Benjamin Tytell, Staff Writer
February 27, 2021
Quincy Market's once-crowded steps have emptied, with the crowds of tourists that normally characterize this landmark gone.

Quincy Market, a long-time Boston favorite, has changed during the pandemic

Benjamin Tytell, Staff Writer
January 27, 2021
Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity is perfect for any lovers of Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Combing distinct characters and a multitude of quests to complete, if you're looking for something to play to start of 2021, this is the game for you.

“Hyrule Warriors, Age of Calamity” provides addicting gameplay for any lovers of “Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild”

Benjamin Tytell, Staff Writer
January 4, 2021
The Young Americans for Freedom (YAF) club allows conservative voices at the high school to discuss without fear of backlash.

Young Americans for Freedom club provides conversation space for conservatives

Benjamin Tytell, Staff Writer
November 28, 2020
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Heather Crossen

Benjamin Tytell, Staff Writer
October 18, 2020
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