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Creating dynamic and artistic shapes throughout their dances, Dance Company members not only showcased their dance abilities, but also their acting skills.

VNHS Dance Program sells out a hit show

In the semiannual dance show, students across all grades and levels were given the chance to showcase what their class has been working on all semester.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Dec 15, 2023
In the semiannual dance show, students across all grades and levels were given the chance to showcase what their class has been working on all semester.
The Vannaires performing Here Comes the Sun.

Enjoying the festivities at the “Warm Winter Wishes” choir concert

A wonderful winter concert before the long winter break thrills students with festive tunes.
By Roxana Vasquez, Staff Dec 15, 2023
A wonderful winter concert before the long winter break thrills students with festive tunes.
Gawrsh! Which Disney character are you?

Gawrsh! Which Disney character are you?

See where you belong in the Disney universe with this musical quiz.
By Joel Nam, Abigail Kim, and Viktoriya Khanliyan Dec 15, 2023
See where you belong in the Disney universe with this musical quiz.
Ten things to do this holiday break to celebrate the end of the semester!

Ten things to do this holiday break to celebrate the end of the semester!

From lively walks down lighted pathways to festive holiday hangouts, there's no shortage of performances and activities to get you recharged after the end of a great semester.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Dec 15, 2023
From lively walks down lighted pathways to festive holiday hangouts, there's no shortage of performances and activities to get you recharged after the end of a great semester.
Although the SAG strike eventually brought about an agreement between the studios, screenwriters and actors, it ultimately failed to provide full reassurance from the horrifying onset of AI into the movie industry.

SAG votes “yes” on new contract, but at what cost?

The new SAG contract may erase the very thing they were trying to protect.
By Adrianna Bean, Staff Dec 15, 2023
The new SAG contract may erase the very thing they were trying to protect.
The Strings Winter Concert took place on Dec. 6, showcasing the strings classes skills that they have developed over the past few months.

Strings Winter Concert strums its way to success

On Dec. 6, the strings classes performed in the Donna Hubbard Auditorium, playing winter-themed songs for their audience.
By Mia Rodriguez, Staff Dec 12, 2023
On Dec. 6, the strings classes performed in the Donna Hubbard Auditorium, playing winter-themed songs for their audience.
Highlighting a dramatic moment in The Exorcist, designers Rhoda and Balikyan-Davis used their technical theatre training and the auditorium light board to craft example photos for the DTASC judges.

Curtain call: DTASC secures several wins for all theater students

The Drama Teachers Association of Southern California Competition, more commonly known as DTASC, took place on Saturday, Oct. 21, at Royal Hills High School, allowing for the intermediate and advanced drama classes of the school to score multiple victories that night.
By Madison Thacker, Arts/Entertainment Editor Dec 8, 2023
The Drama Teachers Association of Southern California Competition, more commonly known as DTASC, took place on Saturday, Oct. 21, at Royal Hills High School.
Three things to do this weekend to get your mind off off finals week

Three things to do this weekend to get your mind off off finals week

From staring at magical Christmas lights to hitting the gym, there’s so many great things to do this weekend to take a crucial break from studying for finals.
By Natalia Navarro, Staff Dec 8, 2023

New Planet Fitness  Located just a few blocks down from campus, Planet Fitness’s newest location in Van Nuys can offer a new spot for students and gym-buffs alike to work out.  Planet Fitness...

Raymond Chandlers The Big Sleep remains a classic crime novel, venturing into the inferno that is Los Angeles crime.

BOOKING IT Raymond Chandler’s “The Big Sleep” is nothing to snooze over

The seedy crime novel from 1939 still holds up, generations later.
By Daimler Koch, Online Editor-in-Chief Dec 8, 2023
The seedy crime novel from 1939 still holds up, generations later.
Top five holiday songs to get you into the Christmas spirit

Top five holiday songs to get you into the Christmas spirit

Whether listening through the radio or music platforms like Spotify, music listeners are eager to find the best holiday songs. Here’s a playlist that will simplify your search during this merry season.
By Lilit Aprahamian, Marketing Manager Dec 7, 2023
Whether listening through the radio or music platforms like Spotify, music listeners are eager to find the best holiday songs. Here’s a playlist that will simplify your search during this merry season.
The Spider-Man universe of Miles Morales is fun and unique, different from other adaptations of the famous web slinger. Specifically, the unique artistic direction the movies take add depth to each of the characters featured in the trilogy.

Taking a look back into the Spider-Verse

Breaking down what makes Miles Morales’s Spider-Man trilogy so unique through his latest movie.
By Roxana Vasquez, Staff Dec 6, 2023
Breaking down what makes Miles Morales’s Spider-Man trilogy so unique through his latest movie.

K-POP to K-FLOP: The Westernization of K-pop will be its downfall

K-pop used to have a unique sound and style befitting its country of origin. Now, with new markets to addict in the West, all of that is being washed away.
By Abigail Kim, Staff Dec 6, 2023
K-pop used to have a unique sound and style befitting its country of origin. Now, with new markets to addict in the West, all of that is being washed away.
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