BONUS! Advanced Theatre
Just when you thought we were done, we have another episode! This bonus episode has Devi and Brianna serving as co-hosts interviewing EVERYONE in the advanced class! Join us for this fun bonus episode!
Jun 12, 2025•33 min
Inside the DV Drama Room
A look inside the Theatre Arts program at Dougherty Valley High School in San Ramon, CA.
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Episodes
Theatre Arts 1
It's the end of the school year and our final episode! This week, we started a little earlier in the day and have invited our Theatre Arts 1 class to join the podcast! In this episode, we have two co-hosts to help with the interviews. Akash and Fiona (two officers for next year) ask some members of the class questions to learn more about the person and the class. Thank you for your support this year and hope you will continue to support the amazing incoming seniors!
Jun 05, 2025•42 min
Drama Officers
This is our last recording of the year during our Advanced Theatre Arts class! That's not to say that it's our last podcast of the year, we have some interesting things in the works. This week we are speaking with the Drofficers (Drama Officers) that are in the advanced class to discuss some highlights of the year and goals for next year. We hope that you will once again join us, Inside the DV Drama Room!
May 15, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Schezy Ali
What happens when you sign up to take a Theatre Arts class because you want another year with your freshman English teacher and then the year begins there's a different Theatre Arts teacher? Listen in as we speak with Schezy who has been crucial in creating some of the great make-up looks for our last musical. Schezy speaks about her time in class, her work on-stage AND backstage!
May 08, 2025•57 min
Marie Bast
This week we are speaking with an alumnus of the DV Drama Program, Marie Bast! Marie was a member of the class of 2018 and was involved in the drama program for all four years and served as president of the drama club during her junior and senior years. Listen as we talk about her unique journey of finding personal fulfillment and happiness from high school through college and her current artistic path.
May 01, 2025•1 hr 16 min
J Ting
This week we are speaking with a senior who spent two year as part of the DV Drama program, but has moved to a new school for his senior year. Join us as we learn about what J has taken from the DV Drama program, how Dougherty differs from her new school, Heritage High School as well how it may differ from his first high school. He also shares a song written that was inspired by his time at Dougherty Valley.
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Briana Bothello
This week we are speaking with the last senior in our advanced theatre classes! We could have interviewed her much earlier, but she wanted to be interviewed as close to her birthday as possible. While we couldn't accommodate that request, it is being uploaded the day after her birthday! Join us as we speak with Briana (with only one n)! Briana is a huge fan of theatre and is an incredibly talented performer and student! Her dedication to this program can be seen not only in her performances, but...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Jade Tsao
This week we have a visit from the class of 2019! Jade transferred to DVHS during her junior year and immediately made an impact in the DV Drama Program. Not only did she participate in the courses offered, but she also performed in a number of productions, including roles such as Rizzo in Grease and Mimi in Rent . Join us to hear about her time in the DV Drama program and how it has prepared her for college and the pursuit of her post graduate studies!
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr
Michael Chang
This week we are speaking with a senior who is also a newcomer to the DV Drama Program. Michael joined our program this year and played major roles in two different productions! Join us as we learn more about what stopped Michael from joining the program earlier and what made him finally take the step of auditioning for a show. We also discuss his commitment to his role as Constantine and the impact it had on another student in our next production. Learn all this, and more Inside the DV Drama Ro...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Nicholas Ong
This week we are speaking with another senior from the DVHS Drama program. Nicholas is new to DV Drama, but he definitely jumped in with both feet playing the role of Gomez Addams in our recent production of The Addams Family . Join us as Nick shares his thoughts and ideas about being part of the DV Drama program, what it took for him to feel comfortable to take the chance on join a new group during his senior year, and how life experiences have shaped who has become of the past few years. Welco...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Emily Celine Aires
She loves being a part of the theatre program, she loves soccer, and she loves Portugal! That may be all you need to know about this week's guest, but join us as we learn much more about Emily! Emily is currently preparing for her performance as Morticia in The Addams Family , and this week we talk about her journey in theatre, her thoughts on her sister, and what she hopes to do in the future. Join us for another episode of Inside the DV Drama Room!
Feb 06, 2025•55 min
Kristine Tiamzon
Contrary to popular belief, Kristine is not a twin, but is often called the better Tiamzon. Join us this week as we speak with Kristine, a senior in our drama program who also serves as our Drama Club Vice President and the Stage Manager of our current production of The Addams Family ! Kristine talks about her time in the program, the transition from onstage to backstage, and her adventures as a chipmunk. Join us here, Inside the DV Drama Room!
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Aedyn Falcon
Welcome to another week Inside the DV Drama Room! This week we are interviewing a senior who has been involved with the program for the last three years, but just recently became a class member! Like very recently. This is her first week in the class, so what better way to help everyone get to know more about her. This week we speak with Aedyn and we will be discussing, golf, eggs, chipmunks, a rival podcast (that suspiciously resembles this podcast), and of course the DV Drama program. Join us ...
Jan 23, 2025•49 min
Aleena Sarosh
We are back from break and ready to continue our interviews of seniors of the Dougherty Valley Drama Program! This week we are speaking with Aleena! Aleena developed an interest in theatre during middle school and has continued to explore the many opportunities that it provides. Join as we learn about Aleena's adventures in high school theatre and her love of fashion here, Inside the DV Drama Room!
Jan 16, 2025•39 min
Maanasa Thota
Join us for our final podcast of the first semester and 2024! This week we are speaking with Maanasa. Maanasa is in our Performing Arts Assistant class and has quickly made a home for herself with all of the other students in the advanced classes. Maanasa talks about where her joy for theatre comes from and her love of costuming. From all of us here at Inside the DV Drama Room, we hope that you all have a wonderful end to 2024!
Dec 12, 2024•28 min
Keira Punsal
Welcome back for another episode of Inside the DV Drama Room! This week we are speaking with Keira, who has been a part of the program since her freshman year. While she had decided not to participate in drama, she quickly had a change of heart and is now an important part of the program. Join us as we learn about her journey in the arts, her best friend, and her mermaid name, this week Inside the DV Drama Room!
Nov 21, 2024•40 min
Zoya Rana
Join us as we speak with another senior in our Drama Program! This week, we are speaking with Zoya. Zoya is a quiet and artistic senior who is in her second year in the program. Zoya has just completed her first production with DV Drama and talks to us about art, theatre, her classes, and many other things.
Nov 14, 2024•33 min
Izzy Roth
From appearing in every show during her time here at Dougherty to graduating from UCLA's Musical Theatre program, Izzy has spent a lot of time devoting herself to her passion for the arts. Join us as Izzy discusses her journey from high school through college and her upcoming move to New York! Izzy is an amazing talent and shares her experiences with our current students here, Inside the DV Drama Room!
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr
Jaeleen Carlos
It's been a busy week in the DV Drama Room. As we record this episode, we are also preparing for Opening Night of our first production of the year! This week, we are speaking with Jaeleen. She has been a part of the DV Drama Program since her freshman year and has been a part of the previous three musicals, including her performance last year as Flounder. Jaeleen is working backstage on our current production as she prepares to audition for our upcoming musical. Join as we learn more about Jaele...
Oct 31, 2024•47 min
Mika Narita
This week we return to interviewing one of our current seniors. Mika has been involved with the DVHS Drama program since her freshman year, and started her theatre journey in middle school. Listen in as Mika talks about her time in shows like The Little Mermaid and what she would do if she could change places with Mr. Vega. It's another fun conversation Inside the DV Drama Room!
Oct 24, 2024•36 min
Emma (Curtis) Brownlie
This week we have another Alumnus interview! Join us as we interview Emma, a member of the class of 2012! Emma was involved with a number of musicals during her time at Dougherty including roles such as Sandy in Grease , Rusty in Footloose , and Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast ! Listen in as Emma talks about her time in high school, what she learned from being in the drama program, and how she uses those skills in her career!
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Avion Elder
This week we speak with a student who has become obsessed with the DV Drama Room (especially the mirrors in the room)! Join us as we listen to Avion speak about what he loves most, himself!
Oct 03, 2024•49 min
Becca Okmin
This week we speak with an alumni of the DVHS Theatre Arts program. Becca began her journey in DVHS Drama during her sophomore year as an Assistant Stage Manger and ended up playing major roles in her senior year, as well as serving as the Vice President of the school's Drama Club. Join us as we discuss her time in gymnastics and tumbling, her fear of singing and performing, and the skills that she gained while a member of the DVHS Theatre Arts program!
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Devika
We are back with another season of Inside the DV Drama Room! We will once again be interviewing drama students in their senior year and learning more about the class of 2025! Join us for our first episode as we interview our Drama Club President and learn all about her journey in theatre and her positive outlook on life. I'm sure you'll agree that she slays this episode!
Sep 19, 2024•47 min
Theatre Arts 1
Welcome to Inside the DV Drama Room, Jr! This week, we're talking a moment to speak with the students in the Theatre 1 class to give them a glance at what it's like to take part in one of our podcasts. This week, we also welcome a co-host! Dhwani, our Drama Club President, helps introduce these students to our audience. So join us for our final podcast of the 2023-2024 school year!
Jun 03, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Ansh Gandhi
Join us this week as we speak with Ansh. He made his debut in the DVHS Drama Program as an actor in Radium Girls and then served as a crew member for our production of The Little Mermaid. Learn about what made him join our program, his time in debate and how he plans on going to college in Shanghai.
May 16, 2024•38 min
Kush Rajesh
Journalist, television writer, speech and debate team member, and theatre artisan, Kush does it all. Join us this week as we speak with Kush to learn about his journey at Dougherty and through the theatre arts program!
May 09, 2024•41 min
Fareen Farhadi
This week we speak with a student from our Theatre Production class. Join us as we learn her thoughts on music, physics, the height of students at Dougherty Valley, and why she was extremely late to one class. Take a listen to Fareen here Inside the DV Drama Room!
Mar 14, 2024•37 min
Adriel Elder
Join us this week as we interview the elder Elder. One could even argue that we are interviewing the better Elder. This week we speak with another member of our backstage staff. Avion has been heavily involved with making sure that our shows run smoothly and keeping track of where his brother might be. We hope that you enjoy this week's peek Inside the DV Drama Room!
Feb 29, 2024•37 min
Jess Panganiban
It's been a couple of weeks since our last episode was dropped due to our work on The Little Mermaid , but we're back! This week's guest is none other than our other Stage Manager, Jess! Join us this week as we learn about Jess and her journey in the theatre program, why she prefers to work back stage, and let's everyone know that she is able to ride rollercoasters!
Feb 15, 2024•40 min
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