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El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The iconic pinkish-purple dress I wore for my Ms. Hannigan costume in Annie

Drama Queen

Jiya Singh April 19, 2023
Embracing and pursuing my “theater kid” nickname
Photos by Sarah Young

MVHS Drama: The start of another stage

Sarah Young, Graphics editor September 26, 2019
While preparing for this year’s fall play, Drama students discuss why they got into Drama and what their favorite memories were
Next in the Spotlight

Next in the Spotlight

Gauri Kaushik May 22, 2019

s sophomore Naomi Yin filed into the black box theater along with her fellow drama students during tutorial on May 10, her jaw dropped in surprise when she was met not only by their long-term substitute...

A different stage: Students and staff participate in community theater

A different stage: Students and staff participate in community theater

Michelle Wong April 11, 2018
Actors share their experiences performing drama outside of MVHS
12 Angry Jurors: A new setting

12 Angry Jurors: A new setting

Sara Entezarmahdi November 4, 2016
An overview of what MVHS’s fall play will bring to the table
Superstitions: Behind the curtain- Performance superstitions and rituals

Superstitions: Behind the curtain- Performance superstitions and rituals

Sarah Robinson October 20, 2015
Dancers and actors share their pre-performance habits
Review: ‘Almost, Maine’ a heartwarming show

Review: ‘Almost, Maine’ a heartwarming show

Anjali Bhat November 10, 2013

With powdery snowflakes, a minor fumble and sentimental kisses, this rendition of the modern play is as endearing as the innocent romances it portrays.   Though it has been just a little more...

Theatre: ‘The Would Be Gentleman’ story is ridiculous, but very real

Theatre: ‘The Would Be Gentleman’ story is ridiculous, but very real

Smitha Gundavajhala March 9, 2013
The winter production delights with a mix of MVHS-specific humor and believable acting.
PHOTO GALLERY: Beginning Drama performs on May 18

PHOTO GALLERY: Beginning Drama performs on May 18

Carissa Chan May 19, 2012
Drama teaching assistants direct “Discovering Self” scenes and monologues
Theatre: ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ exceeds expectations

Theatre: ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ exceeds expectations

Soumya Kurnool November 12, 2011
Santa Clara University’s ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ is the perfect humorous finale to a Saturday night
The Crucible: A Puritan Guide to Witch-Hunting

The Crucible: A Puritan Guide to Witch-Hunting

Jaime Chu November 11, 2008

Salem Witch Trials relived in Arthur Miller's "The Crucible"  Against all odds: Stella Ziegler shines as Abigail Williams in a strong ensemble cast. Photo by MVHS Theatre Arts.I knew...

Witchcraft appears in the drama department

Witchcraft appears in the drama department

Ingrid Chang November 5, 2008

A preview of MVHS Theatre Arts department's first play of the year  The Crucible will be performed with various casts on Nov. 7, 8, 14, and 15. Photo courtesy of MVHS Drama.MVHS drama's "The...

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