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Micah Drum performs as the lead vocalist and guitarist for his band, Drum & Co., at the Ford Stage on Sunday, May 7. Based in West Palm Beach, Drum & Co. is a six person band that was able to use SunFest as an opportunity to gain more exposure as a small local artist.
The Community Beyond the Fest
Dance senior Lindsey Ryerson, theatre senior Mary Keith, and dance senior Alexis Carter do jazzercise moves to the song “Push It” by Salt-N-Pepa in the senior generation dance.
Dancing through History
[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
For the first time on campus, the Black Student Union (BSU) hosts their own spin on the Black Entertainment Television (BET) awards. This ceremony commemorates Black students on campus in categories regarding arts, academics, and representing the student body.
[BRIEF] ‘Young, Gifted, and Black.’
Post it notes plaster the wall in Mrs. Chambers office, each one voicing a special message from a student, teacher, or administrator.
[BRIEF] School Counselors Celebrated during Appreciation Week
Mulally answers questions from the Forum Club moderator while guests eat lunch. He shared insight into his early life and professional career, citing his parents as major inspirations. “Every morning before school, my mom and dad would say things to remind me of important things in life,” Mulally said.
[BRIEF] Former Ford and Boeing CEO Alan Mulally Speaks at the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches
Lining up his shot, visual junior Justin Olive-Blanco kicks the ball back into the game after it was sent out of bounds. Olive-Blanco blocked all of Twin Lakes’ shots, despite serving as a substitute goalie after the starting goalie was injured during the previous game.
[BRIEF] Girls and Boys Soccer Teams Score Back to Back Victories
In a World After COVID- 19
In a World After COVID- 19
Auditioning during COVID-19: Pre-recorded auditions are the new norm
Auditioning during COVID-19: Pre-recorded auditions are the new norm
My COVID-19 Story
My COVID-19 Story
Back to School in a Pandemic: Five Tips For Supporting Your Mental Health This Fall
Back to School in a Pandemic: Five Tips For Supporting Your Mental Health This Fall
SHIFTING EDUCATION: HOW THE SWITCH FROM IN-CLASSROOM TO DISTANCE LEARNING HAS AFFECTED US
SHIFTING EDUCATION: HOW THE SWITCH FROM IN-CLASSROOM TO DISTANCE LEARNING HAS AFFECTED US
Digital media junior Coral Johnston plays the drums as her band rehearses “Can I Call You Tonight?” by Dayglow in preparation for the Battle of the Bands competition.
Drumming up Excitement
Theatre senior Mason Materdomini stands in the wings, waiting to go onstage during the theatre department’s in-school performance of the first act of “Pippin” on March 2.
In the Wings
Dressed in pink, communications freshmen Vivian Jiang, Sienna Sossi, and Aiza Khan recite their poem, “How to Become the Ideal Girl,” a poem discussing feminism and beauty standards.
When Speech Meets Rhythm
The “Pippin” cast strikes their final poses for “Magic to Do,” the opening number of the theatre department’s spring musical.
‘Magic To Do, Just For You’
(Left to right) Band seniors Emma Ellis and Ella Martling, band sophomores Thu Dang and Michael Feuerborn, and band freshman Mathew Harper qualify for the National Trumpet Competition (NTC) with the help of artist-in-residence Veselin Bozhilov (third from the left).
[MULTIMEDIA] National Trumpet Competition Recognizes Five Young Musicians
Theatre junior Lillian Jones, illustrator of “The Very Hungry Little Girl”, poses arms crossed in the muse studio.
Lillian Jones: Illustrator
(Left to right) Band seniors Emma Ellis and Ella Martling, band sophomores Thu Dang and Michael Feuerborn, and band freshman Mathew Harper qualify for the National Trumpet Competition (NTC) with the help of artist-in-residence Veselin Bozhilov (third from the left).
[MULTIMEDIA] National Trumpet Competition Recognizes Five Young Musicians
Mr. Clark points to his great-great-grandmother’s whistle that she used when she was a P.E. teacher and his great great, great grandmother’s notebook that she taught out of. “I think that (the whistle and notebook) is something that’s really special that my parents actually gifted to me when I took this job.”
Welcoming the Welcomer
New math teacher Traci De León describes limits in relation to vertical asymptotes to her second period class. Mrs. De León decided to teach at Dreyfoos to be closer to her husband, jazz director Christopher De León, and to experience the school’s art areas. “We worked together at the beginning of our careers 12 years ago in Orlando,” De León said. “The biggest reason I enjoyed working with him was because I can cheer them (the students) on because … both my husband and I knew the students personally.”
From Teaching Suncoast Chargers to Dreyfoos Jaguars
Assistant Principal Ron Lewis spins Principal Blake Bennett as part of a secretly-planned faculty dance during the Pep Rally.
New Year, Her Rules
Scripps students Reema Iqbal, Hena Ahmed, a Harvey Mudd student Leila Bensaid, Fares Marzouk, a Pomona College student and other students, after breaking their Ramadan fast partake specially prepared halal meal for Muslims at Harvey Mudd College on Thursday, April 6, 2023, in Claremont, California.
From Dawn to Dusk
Communications junior Sanjana Gupta, strings junior Raveena Cherry, and band junior Nihar Bhavsar perform a Bollywood dance in the Multicultural Show. “I felt really excited. It was really nice for us to perform together.” Gupta said. “It was really fun to just have the band back together and perform our little routine for everybody. I feel like it put smiles on everybodys faces and we were just so happy to perform.”
A World of Talent
Generation dance co-choreographer and vocal junior Aileen Pereda leads the juniors in their ‘70s-inspired dance.
The Students Behind the Dances
Virtually Undefeated
Virtually Undefeated
The Doors to Fantasy
The Doors to Fantasy
(Sony Music via AP)(Uncredited/Associated Press)
Endless Confliction
The Class of 2022 celebrates after they are announced the winner of Spirit Week.
[Satire] Here Lies Spirit Week Ethics
THE BATTLE OF THE 6.0S
THE BATTLE OF THE 6.0S
[Editorial] The Art of Funding
[Editorial] The Art of Funding
Band senior Grant Conley flicks his wrist in the air as the senior Powderpuff boys line up and perform the choreography created by theatre senior Keiona Nesbitt (Rachel Jeune, The Muse, February 1st, 2019)
In Defense of Powderpuff
At the blow of the whistle, vocal junior Zidane Guerrier and athletic director Matthew Vaughan jump into the air, reaching for the ball during the teacher versus student basketball game.
2 Sides of the Court
Lining up his shot, visual junior Justin Olive-Blanco kicks the ball back into the game after it was sent out of bounds. Olive-Blanco blocked all of Twin Lakes’ shots, despite serving as a substitute goalie after the starting goalie was injured during the previous game.
[BRIEF] Girls and Boys Soccer Teams Score Back to Back Victories
After giving her junior to senior speech, theatre junior Adaleigh Wagner hugs visual senior Zofia Killeen. This annual tradition allows a junior to write a speech for a senior they are close to. “(Wagner) and I have been playing together for two years, and we have become such good friends,” Killeen said. “It meant so much that she made my speech, and it made my eyes water a little bit.”
Senior Night Lights
Photo by Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times/TNS
Super Bowl Opinions
Communications senior Penelope Ryan gets a hold of the ball during a 10 point lead in the Jan. 10 game against Inlet Grove High School.
A Homecoming on the Hardwood
From top left to bottom right, Ant-Man from “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” Thor from “Thor: Love and Thunder,” The Wasp from “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” Jane from “Thor: Love and Thunder,” and Shuri from “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” all characters from the MCU’s most recent phase.
The Decline of the MCU
M3GAN movie poster by Universal Pictures.
M3GAN: A Killer Good Time
From left, Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer and Brandon Perea in Nope. Kaluuya and Palmer play a sibling duo who wrangle horses for Hollywood productions in “Nope” before many of their horses begin to mysteriously disappear. (Universal Pictures/TNS)
Top 2022 Horror Movies Ranked so You Know What to Watch — Even After Halloween
Taylor Swift holds a flame for her new album cover.
‘Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve’ Been Better
There’s Nothing Wrong with Red Pandas
There’s Nothing Wrong with Red Pandas
Welcoming the Welcomer
Day 2: Class Clique Day
Day 2: Class Clique Day
Day 1: Holiday Day
Day 1: Holiday Day
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Black History Month Timeline
Student Press Freedom Day 2023: The Muse at Dreyfoos
Student Press Freedom Day 2023: The Muse at Dreyfoos
Dance juniors Gabriela Tatum and Noah Moller strike a pose at the conclusion of their contemporary dance piece titled “Heartbreaker.”
Photo of the Week – 4/20
Digital media junior Ella Barlett points during the beginning of the juniors’ ‘70s generation dance.
Photo of the Week – 3/31
Decked in colorful costumes, the “Pippin” ensemble lunges forward to grab Pippin (played by theatre senior Mason Materdomini), representing his victory celebration during “With You.”
Photo of the Week – 3/7
Theatre freshman Kevontay Oliver and dance senior Gabrielle Kiminyo hold up a walking stick after Kimonyo finished her solo to “King of Pride Rock” by Hans Zimmer from “The Lion King” during Black Student Union’s (BSU) “Black on Broadway” showcase.
Photo of the Week – 2/6
Communications freshman Chloe Ryder jumps and sings along to the music during the Winter Formal. The Winter Formal on Jan. 21 was the first one in Dreyfoos history.
Photo of the Week – 1/30
Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts | 501 S. Sapodilla Ave, WPB, FL 33401

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Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts | 501 S. Sapodilla Ave, WPB, FL 33401

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Bridget Frawley

Bridget Frawley, Editor In Chief

Bridget Frawley is a third-year staffer and co-editor-in-chief on The Muse. When she is not writing stories of her own, Bridget is working with the staff to build connections and ensure all voices are represented through diverse coverage that stretches across platforms. Outside of the publication room, Bridget can be found reading classics, being with her cat, or browsing local bookstores.

All content by Bridget Frawley
Cheering for the seniors’ Spirit Week win, SGA co-president and communications senior Sheevam Patel jumps in front of the senior section.

The Beginning of the End: 2022 Spirit Week

Bridget Frawley and Sofia Kissel
March 11, 2022
Graphic (updated file size)

[Photo] All One People

March 6, 2022
Photo by Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures.

The Band of Misfits Take the Road

Bridget Frawley, Coverage Editor
January 10, 2022
[BRIEF] All That Jazz

[BRIEF] All That Jazz

Bridget Frawley, Coverage Editor
December 8, 2021
Before the curtain closes for the finale, the philharmonic orchestra and entire vocal department end the matinee Prism performance with “When You Believe” from “The Prince of Egypt.” Conducted by band director Evan Rogovin, this was one of two mass pieces in the show and highlighted the cumulative talent and work of every musician.

Dreyfoos Hall is Alive with the Sound of Music

Bridget Frawley, Coverage Editor
December 2, 2021
Everyday, Officer O. drives his golf cart around campus to ensure that all entry points are secure and each student feels safe. Part of these rounds include going to the field and cafeteria during lunch to check that everything is running smoothly.

A “Little Letter” to Officer O

Bridget Frawley, Coverage Editor
October 24, 2021
Cruella de Vil, Mad or Magnificent?

Cruella de Vil, Mad or Magnificent?

Bridget Frawley, Writer
June 9, 2021
The Belle Chanson chorus stands spread out on the stage as Mr. Taylor directs from the front, leading them through the piece for their first and last in-person concert of the year. “Its nice to know Im going to have one more experience in Meyer Hall, especially with the other seniors, which most of us have been together [since] middle school,” vocal senior Aishworya Thapaliya said.

“Reconnect With Music”

Bridget Frawley, Writer
June 6, 2021
Closing the Gallery

Closing the Gallery

Bridget Frawley, Writer
June 6, 2021
Dancing to Lady Gaga’s ‘Born This Way,’ members of the cast strike their final poses with a rainbow background behind them.

A Closed Curtain Symbolizes New Chapters

Bridget Frawley, Writer
June 6, 2021
Jazz director Christopher De Leon conducts band senior Ivan Serafin, along with other performers on stage, ensuring everyone is in sync. This was Mr. De Leon’s first year on campus. “They’ve missed [performing live] for a long time. We all have missed it,” Mr. De Leon said. “It puts an exclamation point at the end of the year that we are finally seeing ourselves get back to normal.”

“The Power of Music”

Bridget Frawley, Writer
May 26, 2021
The cast of The World Goes ‘Round strike their final poses in the last number as the audience applauds and the curtain descends.

The Spotlight Illuminates Again

Bridget Frawley, Writer
May 24, 2021
Band senior Autumn Wong waves as she walks into the Senior Banquet.

“The Last Hoorah”

Bridget Frawley, Jenna Lee, and Kate Wagner
May 15, 2021
Trial and Error

Trial and Error

Bridget Frawley, Writer
May 5, 2021
Students gather to hang pennants on the cafeteria wall. Seniors were asked to decorate their pennants with their college logos prior, though decorating materials were available at the event.

Decisions and Donuts

Bridget Frawley and Jenna Lee
May 1, 2021
A part of Krieger’s character role was to sing and play the guitar. Krieger has been singing since he was nine and learning to play the guitar since 13.

From School to Stardom

Bridget Frawley, Writer
April 28, 2021
Band junior Aaron Abbey was among the four applicants selected to take part in renowned conductor Michael Tilson’s masterclass.

Mentorship Through Musicality

Bridget Frawley, Writer
April 10, 2021
Dance freshmen Savannah Ehrlich, Isabella Passos, and Anna-Sofia Machado stand centered on the gym floor, practicing their routine before the final take for the freshman pep rally dance.

Choreographer and Dancer Spotlight

Bridget Frawley, Writer
April 6, 2021
“Is it Really a Dreyfoos Senior Year Without a Generation Day?”

“Is it Really a Dreyfoos Senior Year Without a Generation Day?”

Bridget Frawley, Writer
March 24, 2021
“Black history is history”

“Black history is history”

Bridget Frawley, Writer
March 3, 2021
Working 9 to 5 in a Pandemic

Working 9 to 5 in a Pandemic

Bridget Frawley, Writer
February 25, 2021
Kayla Esther Zakarin, right, and her boyfriend, left, sit on the beach holding wine glasses filled with cake.

Celebrating a Day of Love

Bridget Frawley, Writer
February 18, 2021
“The Beginning of a Conversation”

“The Beginning of a Conversation”

Bridget Frawley and Jenna Lee
February 12, 2021
Juries: An Exhibition of Art and Progress

Juries: An Exhibition of Art and Progress

Bridget Frawley and Lexi Critchett
February 3, 2021
Truths Found In Ethereal Realms

Truths Found In Ethereal Realms

Bridget Frawley, Writer
February 3, 2021
Fending against the mystical Ferrah the Faerie, left, played by theatre sophomore Felica Voehringer, a fight scene ensues amongst the cast. The use of lighting and post production additions allowed the fight to tie in the elements it would have encompassed as an in-person production. “[Ferrah is] a villain and obstacle that they have to get past,” Voehringer said. “So it was really interesting to be that insane, fictional character.”

“She’ll Always Remember The Day She Kills Monsters.”

Bridget Frawley, Writer
January 2, 2021
A Sign Of The Change

A Sign Of The Change

Bridget Frawley and Lexi Critchett
November 23, 2020
Red and Blue Are the Only Colors We See

Red and Blue Are the Only Colors We See

Bridget Frawley, Writer
November 4, 2020
YoungArts Competition Unleashes Passion in Artists

YoungArts Competition Unleashes Passion in Artists

Bridget Frawley, Writer
October 15, 2020
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