It’s winter, but birch trees have sprouted in Schaeffer Theatre — crafted by stage manager Sophie Hafter '25, whose scenic artistry helps "The Seagull" glide between realism and the avant-garde.

Rumors suggest that Bates is waiting until June to make his decision, and that could have something to do with the timelines of Diabate and Houstan choosing whether to go pro. Bates’ decision to ...