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Actors in the VHS play "Once Upon a Mattress" take their bows onstage. Credit: Kazu Koba/The Foothill Dragon Press

VHS Drama Department shakes up a tired tale with “Once Upon a Mattress”

Katie Sones
March 16, 2014
The Jessica Roll from Kibo Sushi. Credit: Katie Sones/The Foothill Dragon Press

Kibo Sushi a fresh addition to midtown

Katie Sones
March 14, 2014
"Late Night with Seth Meyers" had a shaky start because of Meyers' background in SNL's Weekend Update, but he does show promise. Credit: NBC Studios

Rough start, but “Late Night with Seth Meyers” shows promise

Katie Sones
March 4, 2014
Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

The Foothill Dragon Press predicts the Oscar winners

Katie Sones
February 26, 2014
Broken Bells has acquired a new disco-like sound with "After the Disco." Credit: Columbia Records

An awkward growth spurt for Broken Bells

Katie Sones
February 15, 2014
The winners of the 2014 Super Bowl were the Seattle Seahawks. Creative Commons Credit: marsmettn tallahassee on Flickr

Super Bowl takes over students’ Sunday (Storify)

Katie Sones
February 2, 2014
"American Hustle" perfectly captures the sleazy drama of the '70s. Credit: Columbia Pictures

“American Hustle” is an enthralling tale of ’70s con artists

Katie Sones
January 13, 2014
A&E: Best of 2013

A&E: Best of 2013

Katie Sones
December 31, 2013
Winter stereotypes in the Golden State (6 photos)

Winter stereotypes in the Golden State (6 photos)

Katie Sones
December 29, 2013
Don’t get left in the cold: Finding your best sweater

Don’t get left in the cold: Finding your best sweater

Katie Sones
December 14, 2013
“Catching Fire” captivates with action in a dystopian world

“Catching Fire” captivates with action in a dystopian world

Katie Sones
December 11, 2013
"Delivery Man" manages to be lighthearted and serious with the help of the actors in the movie. Credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures

“Delivery Man” tells crazy story expertly woven with humor

Katie Sones
December 2, 2013
Junior Judah Olsen and senior Hailey Tallman (center) were actors in "Murder's in the Heir." Credit: Johnathan Carriger/The Foothill Dragon Press

Audience does more than sit back and relax at “Murder’s in the Heir” (30 photos, video)

Katie Sones
November 10, 2013
'Shocker' is Welcome Back Delta's new album, but it might not suit everyone's tastes. Credit: Welcome Back Delta/The Foothill Dragon Press

A ‘Shocker’ to my system: a punk review by punk novice

Katie Sones
November 2, 2013
"B-Room" by Dr. Dog was released on October 1. Credit: ANTI-

Dr. Dog draws on old work to create best album yet

Katie Sones
October 11, 2013
Students react to drastic changes in new Apple software on phones, iPads

Students react to drastic changes in new Apple software on phones, iPads

Katie Sones
October 2, 2013
"MGMT" was released on September 17. Credit: Columbia/The Foothill Dragon Press

“MGMT” is a delightful, psychedelic trip of variety

Katie Sones
September 17, 2013
"Dads," "The Mindy Project," "Brookyln Nine-Nine," and "New Girl" are all part of this fall's Fox Tuesday night line-up. Collage Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Tune in to Tuesday night’s promising comedy line-up on Fox

Katie Sones
September 13, 2013
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August 20, 2013
Vampire Weekend's newest album "Modern Vampires of the City" was released on May 14. Credit: XL/The Foothill Dragon Press

Vampire Weekend grows up but retains innovative creativity

Katie Sones
May 20, 2013
While the prom dress on the left can take you back in time, the dress on the right is a more modern style and is not quite as formal. Credit: Katie Sones/The Foothill Dragon Press

Demystifying the search for the perfect prom look

Katie Sones
May 7, 2013
Senior Lydia Nagel looks to the sixties for her fashion inspiration. Credit: Jackson Tovar/The Foothill Dragon Press

Lydia Nagel looks to the swinging sixties for bright, colorful style

Katie Sones
May 3, 2013
These are the top five movie soundtracks that make the mood of the films that they accompany really take shape. Collage Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Top five best movie soundtracks of all time

Katie Sones
April 26, 2013
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy benefit concert and Music Fest foster arts programs throughout district (54 photos)

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy benefit concert and Music Fest foster arts programs throughout district (54 photos)

Katie Sones
April 15, 2013
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Glen Marhevka plays the trumpet at the VUSD fundraiser. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy benefit concert and Music Fest foster arts programs throughout district (54 photos)

Katie Sones
April 14, 2013
"Miracle Mile" by STRFKR was released on February 12. Credit: Polyvinyl Records/The Foothill Dragon Press

“Miracle Mile” shines with sunny electronica

Katie Sones
March 8, 2013
Local students wow crowd "Under the Big Top" at 12th annual Festival of Talent (38 photos)

Local students wow crowd “Under the Big Top” at 12th annual Festival of Talent (38 photos)

Katie Sones
February 26, 2013
VUSD elementary school choir Noteables perform at 12th annual Festival of Talent. Credit: Bethany Fankhauser/The Foothill Dragon Press

Local students wow crowd “Under the Big Top” at 12th annual Festival of Talent (38 photos)

Katie Sones
February 24, 2013
Ventura High School alumni ('12) Marcel Hernandez and senior Hana Hallahan performed with singing group Company at the Festival of Talent last year. Credit: Jackson Tovar/The Foothill Dragon Press

13th annual Festival of Talent to be held this Saturday

Katie Sones
February 21, 2013
Juniors (from left) Ian McMillan, Emily Schwertfeger, and Martin Hanson perform a skit for the drama department's reprisal of "The Carol Burnette Show." Credit: Katie Sones/The Foothill Dragon Press

Foothill drama department reprises “Carol Burnett Show” classics

Katie Sones
February 3, 2013
"The Americans" is a slightly confusing but thrilling show to watch. Credit: Fox Television Studios/The Foothill Dragon Press

Confusing Cold War drama “The Americans” deserves a second watch

Katie Sones
February 1, 2013
Take a look at the Arts & Entertainment section's ways to relax during and after finals week. Credit: Jackson Tovar/The Foothill Dragon Press

Operation: Finals week relaxation

Katie Sones
January 23, 2013
Aspiring musician Caleb Bigler sings at a concert he held last November. Credit: Jackson Tovar/The Foothill Dragon Press

Foothill junior Caleb Bigler to release single this spring

Katie Sones
January 21, 2013
"Struck by Lightning," written by Chris Colfer, premiered January 11, 2013. Credit: Tribeca Film/The Foothill Dragon Press

“Struck by Lightning,” a new perspective for audiences

Katie Sones
January 14, 2013
Youtube star Austin Mahone performed a song with rapper Flo Rida. Credit: Universal Republic

Do YouTube sensations live up to their hype?

Katie Sones
December 7, 2012
Ang Lee's adaptation of "Life of Pi," based on the novel of the same name, was released Nov. 21. Credit: 20th Century Fox

Inspiring story of survival brought to life with “Life of Pi”

Katie Sones
November 22, 2012
Lana Del Rey came out with her newest album "Paradise" on November 13 with disappointing results. Credit: Interscope/The Foothill Dragon Press

Lana Del Rey is far from “Paradise” with her new album

Katie Sones
November 15, 2012
Taylor Swift's new record "Red," released Oct. 22, has prompted praise and criticism. Credit: Big Machine Record Label.

Taylor Swift tries to be trendy with disappointing results

Katie Sones
November 1, 2012
New Ellie Goulding album "Halcyon" was released on October 9 and has a new electronic sound. Credit: Polydor

Ellie Goulding explodes with a blitz of fresh new electro-pop

Katie Sones
October 18, 2012
Junior Kinsey Thomas has a unique style combining looks from the past and modern fashion styles. Credit: Katie Sones/The Foothill Dragon Press

Kinsey Thomas mixes vintage and modern to create unique fashion

Katie Sones
October 4, 2012
These five stand-up comedy acts are the funniest specials you will find on Netflix. Credit: Aysen Tan/ The Foothill Dragon Press

Netflix’s funniest stand-up comedy specials

Katie Sones
September 20, 2012
Animal Collective released their new album "Centipede Hz" on August 28, 2012. Credit: Domino

Animal Collective’s new album offers musical adventure

Katie Sones
September 7, 2012
The Beach Boys released their newest album, "That's Why God Made the Radio," on June 5. Credit: Capitol Records

The Beach Boys are “Why God Made The Radio”

Katie Sones
June 7, 2012
Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros released their newest album "Here." Credit: Rough Trade Records

“Here” is here with an eccentric flair

Katie Sones
June 4, 2012
Silversun Pickups released their newest album "Neck of the Woods". Credit: Dangerbird Records

“Neck of the Woods” forges earthy grunge rock

Katie Sones
May 15, 2012
Poinsettia students perform Broadway medley (11 photos)

Poinsettia students perform Broadway medley (11 photos)

Katie Sones
May 1, 2012
Third graders at Poinsettia Elementary perform Broadway songs Wednesday night. Credit: Katie Sones/The Foothill Dragon Press

Poinsettia students perform Broadway medley (11 photos)

Katie Sones
April 28, 2012
Credit: Merge Records

She and Him’s M. Ward shines solo in his new album

Katie Sones
April 12, 2012
Credit: Aural Apothecary

“Port of Morrow” makes The Shins a band to watch

Katie Sones
March 22, 2012
Ventura High School alumni ('12) Marcel Hernandez and senior Hana Hallahan performed with singing group Company at the Festival of Talent last year. Credit: Jackson Tovar/The Foothill Dragon Press

Ventura performers shine in “A Night of 1,000 Stars”

Katie Sones
February 27, 2012
Ventura College put on their One-Act Play Festival last weekend. Credit: Ventura College Theatre Arts Department

Level one acts at Ventura College’s play festival

Katie Sones
February 16, 2012
Indie band Chairlift released their newest album, "Something," Jan. 23. Credit: Columbia Records

Chairlift’s newest indie album is “Something” strange

Katie Sones
February 2, 2012
The musical "Wicked" will be running at the Pantages Theater until Jan. 29. Credit: Universal Pictures.

“Wicked” is a spellbinding take on a classic tale

Katie Sones
January 24, 2012
The Big Pink released their newest album, "Future This," January 9. Credit: 4AD records.

“Future This” filled with funky futuristic sound

Katie Sones
January 19, 2012
Indie pop band, She & Him, released their Christmas album on October 24. Credit: Merge

She & Him sing an offbeat spin on the holidays

Katie Sones
December 16, 2011
Jane's Addiction released their new album, "The Great Escape Artist," on October 14. Credit: Capitol Records.

Jane’s Addiction releases addictive new album

Katie Sones
November 4, 2011
Florence and the Machine released their newest album November 1. Credit: Island Records

No Sophomore Slump for Florence + The Machine’s “Ceremonials”

Katie Sones
November 3, 2011
Gothic rock band, Evanescence, released their newest album October 11. Credit: Wind-up Records

Evanescence makes an ever-angsty “comeback”

Katie Sones
October 13, 2011
Sarah Jessica Parker stars as a working mom in "I Don't Know How She Does It." Credit: The Weinstein Company.

“I Don’t Know How She Does It:” simple and predictable

Katie Sones
September 26, 2011
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