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From zero to infinity: OPHS math teacher Jared Weintraub

Yash Parikh, Sports Editor October 23, 2025

To Oak Park High School math teacher Jared Weintraub, math is more than a subject to teach or a small passion of his. To Weintraub, math is the Truth. “Math is the language of the universe,” Weintraub...

(Photo by Zachary Sweet)

Introducing the cast for the 2025 fall musical: Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Markazi October 22, 2025

This fall, Oak Park High School’s theater department has announced the return of the fall musical, with its upcoming production of “Alice by Heart” opening on October 23-25. “Alice by Heart”...

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Get to know Persephone Ferry (Harold Pudding/Mad Hatter) in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Markazi October 22, 2025

Senior Persephone Ferry has been involved with the OPHS theater program throughout her high school years, and after the process of auditions and callbacks, she was given the role of Harold Pudding and...

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Get to know Miley Katz as Alice in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Markazi October 22, 2025

Known for her powerful singing voice and incredible acting skills, senior Miley Katz is emerging as a rising star in both music and theater. Katz has been a part of the theater community since elementary...

(Photo by Zachary Sweet)

Get to know Paige Walker (Tabatha/Cheshire Cat) in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Ayza Markazi October 22, 2025

Nothing can be more exciting than finding out you booked the role of one of your favorite characters. For junior Paige Walker, she was beyond excited to play such a significant character in the show. “I...

(Photo by Zachary Sweet)

Get to know Gal Yelinek (Alfred/White Rabbit/March Hare) in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Markazi October 22, 2025

Gal Joseph Yelinek's role in the fall musical represents a greater idea of time and its limitations. He was immediately drawn to his character, Alfred, and the opportunity to break out of his stereotypical...

(Photo by Zachary Sweet)

Get to know Skylar Gray (Red Cross Nurse/Queen of Hearts) in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Markazi October 22, 2025

Being a child actor can be very difficult, especially working throughout your childhood in the entertainment industry. However, junior Skylar Gray’s experience was well worth it as she plans to pursue...

(Photo by Zachary Sweet)

Get to know Elena McFadden (Clarissa/Queen of Diamonds/Mock Mock Mock Turtle) in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Markazi October 22, 2025

Senior Elena McFadden, who plays Clarissa, has been in theater since the first show of her freshman year.  “This will be my 13th show,” McFadden said. “I plan on doing all of [the shows] this year,...

(Photo by Zachary Sweet)

Get to know Lucas Dunlop (Dodgy/Duchess) in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Makazi October 22, 2025

Being new to both acting and singing can be quite challenging for many. However, sophomore Lucas Dunlop has shown immense talent by landing a leading role in the fall musical.  “This is my first play...

(Photo by Zachary Sweet)

Get to know Max Fybel (Angus/Caterpillar 1) in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Markazi October 22, 2025

As an active part of the theater community, senior Max Fybel has trained in the dramatic arts throughout her childhood. Her love for theater has stemmed from consistently participating in and watching...

(Photo by Zachary Sweet)

Get to know Peter Mendoza (Dr Burridge/King of Hearts/Jabberwock) in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Markazi October 22, 2025

A few weeks before his audition, senior Peter Mendoza began assiduously preparing for his first fall musical audition. Although he found the audition process nervewracking due to the smaller audience,...

(Photo by Zachary Sweet)

Get to know Peyton Watnick (Nigel/Dormouse) in Alice by Heart

Madeline Ng and Aysa Markazi October 22, 2025

Junior Peyton Watnick has been training to become a “triple threat,” developing his skills in singing, acting and dancing. He began acting in theater around four years ago, started dancing three years...

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