Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation

???? Derby of Dreams: Racing for Arts & Academics! ???? Join us on Saturday, May 3rd at the National Polo Center in Wellington, FL, for an unforgettable evening celebrating arts, academics, and the excitement of the Kentucky Derby! ?? Live Derby Viewing | ?? Incredible Performances | ?? Exclusive Alumni Art Auction Enjoy a Derby Hat & Bowtie Contest, signature mint juleps, dinner, and cocktails, plus performances by Grammy Award-winning artist Charlie Porter, a Palm Beach School of the Arts music alumnus from the Class of 1996, alongside Tara Simon, a 2002 Dreyfoos School of the Arts alumna, Broadway veteran, X Factor finalist, and celebrity vocal coach at Tara Simon Studios, as well as Grammy and Tony Award-winning Jersey Boys star John Lloyd Young. ? Proceeds support Dreyfoos School of the Arts, providing scholarships, classroom enhancements, and vital arts education programs. ??? Tickets start at $850 – Get yours at www.derbyofdreams.org! ?? More info: Brandy at 561-805-6298 or [email protected]. #DerbyOfDreams #DreyfoosArts #KentuckyDerby #SupportTheArts @nationalpolocenter @uspoloassn @palmbeachsocietymagazine @dsoa_official @tarasimonofficial @tarasimonstudios @charlieportermusic @johnlloydyoung @karinabrezjewelry @capehartphoto

Talk Derby to Me You're invited to sip & shop a curated Derby capsule March 20 – 30 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Featured designers: Aje | Balmain | Erdem | Giambattista Valli | Leo Lin Monique Lhuillier | Christine A. Moore Millinery | Hats to Di For Lisa Battaglia | Peter Beaton Find your perfect outfit for Derby of Dreams on May 3rd — the ultimate celebration of fashion, fun, and philanthropy. For more information, visit www.derbyofdreams.org RSVP to: [email protected] The Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach | 561.710.4433 @shopmarissacollections Mention Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation at checkout and 10% of your purchase will benefit Dreyfoos School of the Arts.

? Special Guest Spotlight! ? We were thrilled to welcome DSOA 2017 Theatre alumna Tiffani Singleton back to campus last week! Tiffani visited Ms. Penny's costuming class to share her journey since graduating, offer industry insight, and inspire the next generation of theatre artists. ???? It’s always a full-circle moment when our alumni return to support and encourage current students. Thank you, Tiffani! @tiffani.charisse @pennykw #DSOAAlumni #TheatreStrong #DreyfoosProud #FullCircleMoment #CreativeExcellence #CostumeDesign #DSOALegacy

?? Celebrating Excellence in Arts & Education! ?? We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Chris Snyder, CEO of the Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation, has been recognized as the 2024 Arts and Education Advocate of the Year by Inner City Youth Golfers, Inc.! ?????? This incredible honor highlights Dr. Snyder’s unwavering dedication to securing vital funding, resources, and opportunities for young artists. Under his leadership, the Foundation continues to strengthen arts programs, expand scholarship opportunities, and build meaningful community partnerships — ensuring Dreyfoos students receive a world-class education. Read more in the Palm Beach Post spotlight: ?? https://lnkd.in/eQX5927X #DreyfoosProud #ArtsEducation #LeadershipInAction #DreyfoosFoundation #ArtsAdvocate #CommunityImpact #SupportTheArts

??? Behind the Badge: Officer O We are so proud to share that our very own Officer O was chosen as the first feature in the District’s brand-new video series, Behind the Badge — and it’s no surprise why! ?? Officer O is a cornerstone of the Dreyfoos community, building meaningful relationships with our students and staff and going above and beyond for our campus every single day. His kindness, dedication, and positive energy make a lasting impact, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything he does. ?? ?? Thank you, Officer O, for all that you do — you truly embody what it means to serve with heart. ?? Watch the full feature here: ?? https://lnkd.in/emS9M_7P #DreyfoosProud #BehindTheBadge #ThankYouOfficerO #DreyfoosStrong #SchoolPolice #PalmBeachCountySchools

?? ? Celebrating Excellence in Music! We are so proud to share that Dreyfoos School of the Arts senior Thomas Aidan Gardner has been named the 1st Place Winner of the 2025 Lisa Bruna B-Major Award! ?? ?? Aidan’s extraordinary talent and dedication to his craft continue to inspire, and we are thrilled to see his accomplishments recognized on such a prestigious platform. ?? Congratulations also to fellow Dreyfoos senior Malorie Bliss, who earned 2nd Place, and to Alexander Rodriguez, a senior euphoniumist at Palm Beach Central High School in Wellington, who was awarded 3rd Place. We’re so proud of Aidan and Malorie for representing the Dreyfoos community with excellence and artistry. ?? ?? @pbsymphony @dsoa_official @dreyfoosorchestra @dsoaband ?? Watch the coverage from The Education Network here: ?? https://lnkd.in/gj58mCde #DreyfoosProud #BMajorAward #ArtsEducationMatters #StudentSuccess #DreyfoosMusic #PalmBeachSymphony #YoungArtists #SupportTheArts

?? We’re #1 in the Nation! We’re thrilled to announce that our amazing students took First Place in the Nation at the Student Television Network (STN) Spring Conference, winning the High School Daily Prerecorded Show category as part of STN’s prestigious Broadcast Excellence Award! ??? This award recognizes outstanding overall excellence in broadcast production—and we couldn’t be prouder of our talented team for this incredible achievement! ???? ?? Check out our winning show here (scroll toward the bottom): ?? https://lnkd.in/eYZ_b9Nz #STNAwards #BroadcastExcellence #DSOAProud #StudentSuccess #FutureFilmmakers #HighSchoolBroadcasting #DSOAAlumni #CreativeExcellence

?? From Dreyfoos to the national stage! We’re so proud to celebrate Keke Nesbitt, a 2019 Theatre alumna, who is currently starring in the traveling cast of The Book of Mormon! ???? @keiona.nesbitt Keke’s journey from Dreyfoos School of the Arts to performing in one of Broadway’s most iconic shows is nothing short of inspiring. The Book of Mormon runs through March 16 at the Kravis Center. For tickets and more information, call 561-832-7469 or visit kravis.org. ?? Read more in the Palm Beach Post: https://lnkd.in/erAkpuai #DreyfoosProud #DSOAAlumni #KekeNesbitt #BookOfMormon #TheatreAlumni #DSOARisingStars #ArtsEducation #FromDSOAToBroadway

??? Dreyfoos Alumna Spotlight! ??? We love seeing our graduates shine! Issy Block @issyblock, a 2017 Dreyfoos School of the Arts Theatre alumna, was recently featured on CBS’s Mission Unstoppable @cbsunstoppable, highlighting women in STEM! Now an entertainment engineer with McLaren Engineering, Issy and her colleague Nadia Itani gave an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the James Earl Jones Theatre, showcasing how engineering brings the magic of Broadway to life. From set automation to lighting and rigging, their work is transforming live entertainment. Join us in celebrating Issy's incredible journey from Dreyfoos Theatre to Broadway innovation! ?? Watch the feature here: https://lnkd.in/eEYPhc9A #DreyfoosAlumni #TheatreToSTEM #WomenInSTEM #BroadwayMagic #MissionUnstoppable #ProudDreyfoosGrad @ifthenshecan McLaren, a Division of KCI

? Mastering the Art of Dance at Dreyfoos! ? The Dreyfoos Dance Department had the incredible opportunity to learn from two outstanding professionals in the dance world! ???? @dreyfoosdance ?? Bradley Dunlap from Miami City Ballet led a master class, inspiring students with his expertise and artistry. @miamicityballet ?? Michelle Gifford, currently with Ballet West and formerly with New York City Ballet, shared her knowledge and technique in an unforgettable master class experience. @balletwest1 A huge thank you to these esteemed artists for mentoring our talented dancers and helping them refine their craft! ?? #DreyfoosDance #MasterClass #MiamiCityBallet #BalletWest #NYCBallet #ArtsEducation