On November 10th, a few lucky 6th-period classes got to come to the PAEC to watch a special performance featuring LA Opera actors alongside our own Agoura High School Choir. A few months ago, LA Opera reached out to schools in the area with strong choir programs, and Agoura was one of the schools chosen….
Every twenty second of April, humanity celebrates our planet with a holiday that transcends all cultures, borders, and conflict. This Earth Day, Agoura High school challenged its students to construct a work of art inspired by the term “sustainability”. Our talented artists produced several intriguing, thought-provoking, and altogether gorgeous pieces. Lucy Venn, Freshman Artist comments:…
Agoura High School’s performance of 42nd Street was a truly special production. It ran from April 1st to April 5th at the Performing Arts and Education Center. The show began at 5:00 p.m. on the opening night and at 7:00 p.m. on the subsequent evenings. The original musical, based on Bradford Ropes’ novel, was directed…
They did it again! Agoura High School’s Jazz I will be attending the Essentially Ellington competition in New York for the third year in a row, this year led by director Bob Hackett. For a quick recap of the competition, fifteen bands are picked from the United States to travel to New York City and…
Battle of the Bands occurred on Friday, December 6 from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. in the PAEC. Tickets were sold at $15 but freshmen got in for free. It was a successful fundraiser in hopes of lowering prom ticket costs for the senior class. Seven different bands performed, including Paradox, Secret Monument, Kik, Pigeon Bus…
For almost two decades, Wicked has amazed audiences of all ages worldwide with its unforgettable story, catchy songs, and powerful messages of friendship and identity. Now, this beloved Broadway musical found its way to the big screen in a two-part movie series, and the loyal fanbase, both young and old, raves about Jon M. Chu’s…
Known as the “Heart of the Country Music Industry”, Nashville, Tennessee is the next destination for Agoura High’s Wind Ensemble, Choir, and Orchestra. Members of the group usually travel to New York City, but this year, director Bob Hackett decided on something special for the program. Why not take an exciting flight with friends to…
On November 7th, 8th, and 9th, the fall play PUFFS! opened at Agoura High School. The show was directed by Mr David Krassner, assistant directed by Bayley Tanenbaum, technically directed by Mr. Jakob Berger, costumes were designed by Ms. Ciara Cruz, lighting was designed by Mr. Tom Snyder, and set, video, sound, and music were…
What is Jazz? Though you may have heard John Coltrane blazing through the chord changes of Giant Steps or Miles Davis swinging through the melody of Summertime, Jazz is much more than just a genre of music. During the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s to the 1930s, many Black Americans used Jazz as a way…
Buzzing with excitement, the audience anxiously awaited the phenomenal opening number of the World of Dance showcase that took place in our very own Agoura High School gym on Wednesday night, November 6th, 2024. World of Dance is an event put on by our dedicated and extremely talented dance team. Each team member randomly selects…