Arts
Performing Arts
The Department of Performing Arts at The Masters School encompasses Dance, Music and Theater studies and experiences.
The faculty are dedicated to facilitating student pathways to discover the thrill of performing. Across a variety of performance mediums and in a wide range of performance settings, from ensemble pieces to technical artists, the department features opportunities for students to try their hand at every facet of performing arts. Further, the department offers opportunities for deep understanding of the various areas through courses that offer perspectives in production, theory and history.
Our Mission
With a philosophy and pedagogy deeply rooted in the belief that artistic expression is a fundamental fiber of being human, The Department of Performing Arts of The Masters School contributes to a community characterized by curiosity and empathy through nurturing purposeful, adaptable, resilient, and expressive artists.
We Gather...
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to Learn
to engage with performing arts through active participation and meaningful collaboration; to explore the spectrum of our artistry; to take ownership of our personal learning as well as the collective growth of a collaborative group.
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to Strive
to grow in proportion to our potential and in relationship to our starting points; to feel and express passion and compassion.
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to Dare
to persevere through setbacks; to push our boundaries by engaging in positive risk-taking; to create safe spaces and new worlds; to believe in our success and potential.
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to Do
to develop personal meaning and character through performing arts experiences; to find and experience joy; to cultivate versatility.
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to Be a Power for Good in the World
to connect to self as well as to something larger; to serve our community through our art; to connect to what it means to be human universally; to interrogate norms and systems with justice centralized; to elevate each other and the community through both artistic inquiry and celebration.
Upcoming Events
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MS Winter Concert
All middle school students participate in the Winter Concert in the main theater as part of their music curriculum. Information regarding concert dress will be sent to parent in the fall. Call time for students = 1:10pm.Fonseca Center -
US Revue IDR (invited dress rehearsal)
Invited dress rehearsal for upper school revueFonseca Center - Experimental Theater - 307-ET -
US Revue Performance
Evening performance of upper school revueFonseca Center - Experimental Theater - 307-ET -
US Revue Performance #2
Evening performance of upper school revueFonseca Center - Experimental Theater - 307-ET -
TEN: Dobbs 16 ICHSA Quarterfinal Competition
Tentative date for Dobbs 16 quarterfinal competition for ICHSA; dates are not confirmed until November 2025; this date reflects the same weekend we were assigned for 2024
Headlines
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Masters Dance Company Captivates in Fall Concert
When Amara Baker took her final bow last Saturday at the Fall Dance Concert in the Fonseca Center, she was overcome with emotion. -
Preludes Hits a High Note
Embracing the theme of “On My Way,” 26 middle school performers in Preludes, the middle school musical theater troupe, delighted audiences during their annual concert. -
A Powerful “Antigone” Opens This Weekend
An ancient Greek tragedy is getting a modern remake thanks to Masters Mainstage. -
Student-Directed Performing Groups Ready for Their Close-Up
The performing arts season at Masters is about to take off. -
Setting the Stage for A Successful Performing Arts Season
Artistic expression was center stage during preseason week in August.
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