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One-Act Play highlights Holocaust through “The Hiding Place”

Greeshma Marathu and Prajna Boddeti
April 1, 2025
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Greeshma Marathu
Otto, played by New Tech High @ Coppell senior Sarvin Narang, threatens Betsie Ten Boom, played by New Tech High @ Coppell senior Lucy Martinson, during “The Hiding Place.” CHS theater presented its UIL One-Act Play of “The Hiding Place” on March 24 in the CHS Auditorium.
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Prajna Boddeti
Corrie Ten Boom, played by Coppell senior Sophie Caswell, The Nurse, played by Coppell senior Sophie Sanjana Shreemushta and camp prisoner, played by New Tech High @ Coppell seniors Lucy Martinson, are warned by the nurse to leave the room. CHS theater presented its UIL One-Act Play of “The Hiding Place” on March 24 in the CHS Auditorium.
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Greeshma Marathu
Greeshma Marathu, Staff Photographer

Greeshma Marathu is a junior and a second-year staff photographer for The Sidekick.

Drawn to storytelling through visuals, she finds joy in capturing the small moments that often go unnoticed. From lively events to quiet corners of everyday life, her camera helps her bring stories to light.

When she’s not behind the lens, you can find her rewatching Superstore or Brooklyn Nine-Nine, diving into a good book, or strolling through her neighborhood with music by Arctic Monkeys or Childish Gambino in her ears. A fan of both horror movies and heartwarming favorites like Aladdin and Me Before You, she embraces a wide range of interests.

You can contact her at gxm9071@g.coppellisd.com.

 
Prajna Boddeti
Prajna Boddeti, Staff Photographer
Prajna Boddeti is a sophomore and first year photographer for The Sidekick. She is new to using cameras but is excited  to learn. She loves uncovering the intricate stories and characters in her favorite series “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” “One Tree Hill” and “Gilmore Girls.” When she’s not watching shows, she can often be found scrolling through Instagram, enjoying her favorite music and discovering new artists. You can contact her at pxb8515@g.coppellisd.com or on Instagram (@prajnaboddetii).