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Westwood Horizon

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The poster depicts the main characters along with the four elements (earth, water, wind, fire) that play a predominant role in the film. Photo Courtesy of Disney.

‘Frozen II’ Blows Audience Away

Yunoo Kim and Nashitha Azeez December 2, 2019

As winter approaches, a chilling new film from Disney blows into theaters; Frozen II was released nearly six years after the widely acclaimed animated film Frozen took the world by storm. Highly anticipated...

The winds blow Esperanza (Magda Riha 22) away to the next scene.

Environmentally Conscious ‘The Treasures of El Mundo’ Amazes Audiences

Sarah Wang, Heritage Photo Editor November 22, 2019

Written by Ruth Cantrell,  "The Treasures of El Mundo” wowed the audience in the Westwood Theatre's rendition of the play, which was performed on Monday, Nov. 18 at 5:30 and 7 p.m. at the Raymond...

The cover depicts Mimi Bay as a blurry illusion and the cover exemplifies her scattered daydreams and the ethereal quality of her songs. Bay released her newest album daydreams on Nov. 15.

Mimi Bay Elevates Indie Genre with Album ‘daydreams’

Keana Saberi, Editor in Chief November 20, 2019

Swedish singer, songwriter, and producer Mimi Bay begun her music career with the release of her debut album I Will Be Okay in 2017. With a melodic voice and sweetly lilting lyrics, her songs can best...

Choir students Sarah Sherwood 20, Violet Rogers 20, and Elsa Hughes 20 bond after rehearsal. They relaxed by playing a hand clapping game.

Chamber Choir Performs with UT’s Concert Chorale

Anouka Saha, Opinions Editor November 20, 2019

Westwood Chamber Choir performed with University of Texas at Austin’s (UT’s) Concert Chorale on Nov. 16. In recent years, Dr. Suzanne Pence, the conductor of the Concert Chorale, has been inviting...

Layton Greenes EP cover Tell Ya Story featured lyrics from the opening single Blame On Me, a deeply personal ballad of her early turbulent home life. Photo courtesy of Layton Greene.

Layton Greene Releases Emotional EP ‘Tell Ya Story’

Catharine Li, Horizon Editor-in-Chief November 19, 2019

Talented R&B and hip-hop artist Layton Greene became an overnight sensation in 2017 for her mix of Kodak Black's "Roll in Peace.” Originally from St. Louis, Greene always grew up with a passion for...

Students gather together to celebrate their achievements at All-Region. Photo Courtesy of Edward Seo 21.

Orchestra Members Compete at All-State

Sarah Wang, Heritage Photo Editor November 18, 2019

All-State, a highly sought after position among high school orchestra players in Texas, results were recently released on Sunday, Nov. 10. The competition itself consisted of mastering seven or eight...

The three main characters pose in the poster. Maleficent, played by Angelina Jolie, is in the center while the Queen and Aurora are on her left and right sides respectively. Photo Courtesy of Disney.

‘Maleficent: Mistress of Evil’ Succeeds as Sequel

Lucia Santaolalla, Dreamcatcher Editor in Chief November 16, 2019

If you are a really big fan of romance and adventure movies, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil is the movie for you. It has a lot of action and will keep you interested the entire time. This Disney movie has...

Pumpkin Spice donut from Donut Hub with Halloween themed sprinkles sits on a napkin just ready to be eaten.

Experience Donut Shops Around Austin

Maya Gangadharan, Photographer November 14, 2019

Elsa Hughes 20 sings with the rest of the sopranos. Six people from Westwood made the Region for sopranos.

Choir Performs at Region Clinic and Concert

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor November 13, 2019

On Saturday, Nov. 9, 37 Westwood Choir members attended the Region Clinic and performed in the Region Concert in Georgetown High School. Both the clinic and concert were held for students who had succeeded...

Choirs from Anderson Mill, Canyon Creek, and Caraway Elementary perform on stage.

Choir Students Sing at Vertical Concert

Keana Saberi, Editor in Chief November 12, 2019

On Thursday, Nov. 7, the choir program held their annual Vertical concert at the Raymond E. Hartfield Performing Arts Center. Chamber choir, Varsity Women, Chorale and the Concert Men’s choir were...

The symphony orchestra rises for the audience after the concert.

Symphony Orchestra Performs at Midwest Clinic Early Preview Concert

Nashitha Azeez, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor November 7, 2019

The Symphony Orchestra performed their Midwest Clinic Early Preview Concert on Monday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. They played five of the eight pieces they are going to perform at the seventy-third Midwest Clinic...

The front pit ensemble, Colorguard and band members are pictured here, performing Part Four of the show. Photo courtesy of Ms. Farah Metzger.

Band Ends Marching Season at BOA San Antonio

Ayesha Middya, Reporter November 6, 2019

The Bands Of America (BOA) annual competition took place in San Antonio on Nov. 1 and 2. The Westwood Warrior Marching Band performed on Friday, Nov. 1, marking the last competition of the 2019-2020...

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