The drama department’s upcoming musical performance, “The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee,” excites more than just the cast according to its various student performers. “This is the kind of show where there’s no real fourth wall, so if you’re sitting in the audience, you’ve come to the spelling bee and I’m going to look at you and I’m going to talk to you because I can and do see you,” cast member Mia Dobbins explained. She also mentioned the musical’s built-in audience participation moments as one of her most favorite aspects.  Dobbins plays the role of Olive Ostrovsky, who she…

Del Mar College is about to unleash an exhilarating new concept that’s guaranteed to revolutionize campus dynamics and ignite community connections. Brace yourself for Viking Fest: a powerhouse fusion of the Viking Fall Carnival, Dia de los Muertos Welding Competition, and Car Show. However, its success hinges on one crucial factor: your vote. Executive Director of Marketing and events, Jason Houlihan aims to merge three successful events into one calling it Viking Fest. “We’re trying to build a bigger audience which fits under this umbrella; Viking Fest,” said Houlihan. The proposed event aims to create a dynamic festival atmosphere that…