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Arabian Nights: It Began With a Man and a Monkey

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By Annabelle Fan

Pretty dresses, tailored suits, and excitement poured into Harbor Hall at 6:15 pm; students buzzed about the photos they had just taken outside and their curiosity about what the night held. A huge camel stood at the entrance, greeting students with its goofy smile as they were directed to their tables. The hall was dim; flowers, gems, and candles were scattered across tables, giving the room a warm ambiance; silhouettes of “Agrabah” were lined across the walls. Slowly, students settled into their respective seats, and then the lights dimmed. Aladdin appeared, starting a performance that will be remembered in the years to come. 

JSB was a significant moment for everyone who attended. For the seniors, it was their last. For the juniors, it was the fruit of their hard work. For the sophomores, it was an inspiration. 

This year’s JSB holds a special place in the hearts of those who attend for many different reasons. Among the seniors, it was a night to remember. 

Liv Gohan (12) recalls that “[t]he entertainment was lighthearted, yet its hidden meaning can be applied to the context of graduating seniors”. 

Similar to Aladdin and Jasmine, the seniors would soon be venturing into “a whole new world” where we would be in different countries and environments and encounter many new and challenging situations. Apart from the spectacular performance by the entertainment committee, the food was also a key feature of the night. 

Zoe Yeoh (12) comments, “Shawarma is my most favorite thing in the whole wide world. I was craving it all week, and when it was finally revealed that we were eating it that night, I jumped with joy!” 

Many commented on how well the food committee did with matching the food to the theme while making it delicious; there were many who piled their plates high with shawarma and falafel wraps. 

Stepping away from the enjoyment of JSB, we should also honor those who worked long and hard to produce such a memorable event. Planning and executing a JSB is never smooth sailing; it takes commitment, dedication, and creativity to work around problems and have the class work together to achieve a goal. 

Na Young Ko (11) says that “[t]he hardest part of preparing for JSB was definitely fighting against time, it felt like there was insufficient time until JSB, we had to plan ahead and extend workdays to long hours”. 

Esther Lim (11) also expresses her concern about work ethics during this time: “When someone orders you around when they themself don’t even work. WORK yourself then I’ll listen to you”. The hardships of JSB are no joke; sometimes conflicts, not just with people, can arise. But it all becomes worth it upon seeing the final product and the appreciation given by the attendees. 

As the night came to a close, a common statement among students was that JSB felt “too short” or “ended too fast”. The juniors did an amazing job giving their audience a time at “Agrabah” that they won’t forget.

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