The study of art at Chaminade prepares students to take on the world with passion and creativity. Whether they are studying theater, dance, voice, instrumental music, film, or studio art, Chaminade art students develop empathy as they look at the world from different perspectives. Knowledgeable faculty inspire their students to develop their talents and pursue their passion.
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All six of the art disciplines at Chaminade offer a sequence of study that encourages growth, enhancing critical thinking, decision making, and risk taking. Most students will take an introductory art course in their 9 th grade year, giving them the opportunity to continue with their study of art in greater depth during any – or all – of their years at Chaminade. Students also have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular and co-curricular programs.
THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE The Tutor Family Center for the Performing Arts on the Chaminade College Preparatory high school campus in West Hills is a state-of-the-art 365-seat theatre. This home for creativity houses a scene shop, black box classroom theatre, a dance studio with a slip resistant, sprung floor, and band and choral rooms complete with acoustic treatments.
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DRAMA DRAMA- IIntroduction to Theatre Arts DRAMA II-1: Acting Workshop II, III, IV DRAMA II-2: Musical Theatre Workshop II, III, IV DRAMA II-3: Acting on Camera II, III, IV THE CHAMINADE PLAYERS
THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE Real world application guided by Broadway veteran Drama Director, Yvette Lawrence Bishop;
Opportunities to participate in theatre festivals and competitions.
Introducing a timeline of theatre in Drama I, moving onto scene study, a focus on acting techniques such as Sanford Meisner, Uta Hagen, Eric Morris and a study of Musical Theatre song interpretation, scene work, and audition techniques.
Students find their authentic selves as artists and move on to wonderful colleges and universities to major in acting, musical theatre, stage management, production work.
STUDENT CENTERED, PERFORMANCE-BASED CLASSES
BEYOND CHAMINADE
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Jerry Herman Awards National Youth Arts Awards YoungArts*Spotlight*DTASC Fall play Spring Musical DTASC Showcases Outdoor Productions & Black Box 48 Hours of Madness
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THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE Guided by Yvette Lawrence Bishop and Technical Director, Journeyman/ Carpenter/ Union Stage Crew member, Mike Davis and professional music directors, choreographers, set and lighting designers. Student centered technical crews and leadership: producers, stage managers, tech directors, carpentry, rigging, scenic, electrics, props, sound, wardrobe, hair/makeup, box office, media and a drama board. Students perform in the cast and also participate on tech crews. Technical Crews serve all events in the Tutor Family Center for the Performing Arts. Membership in International Thespian Society. And best of all…the family they become!
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AWARD RECOGNITION
Mrs. Yvette L. Bishop,M.Ed Director of Performing Arts Drama Director ybishop@chaminade.org
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DANCE DANCE I DANCE II DANCE III DANCE IV DANCE ENSEMBLE
THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE Chaminade students have the opportunity to work with guest artists hailing from renowned organizations such as Alvin Ailey II, BODYTRAFFIC Chuthis, Kidd Pivot, Lar Lubovitch Dance Company, Missouri Ballet Theater, The J uilliard School, and Rasta Thomas‘ Rock the Ballet.
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THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE PERFORMANCES The Chaminade Dance Ensemble is a pre-professional performance group that has the opportunity to work with guest choreographers and dance for audiences at annual performances, school-wide functions, and special events. Annual Performances: September Soiree Winter Dance Concert Swing into Spring Spring Dance Concert
THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE Chaminade Dance Facebook: facebook.com/chaminade.dance Instagram @chaminade.dance Ms. Paige Borowski Director of Dance pborowski@chaminade.org
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CHOIR
CHORUS I CHORUS II CHORUS III CONCERT CHOIR SPIRITONES ACAPELLA ENSEMBLE ADVANCED VOCAL J AZZ ENSEMBLE
THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE Recent Awards: International Choir Tour to Italy, 2020 Gold Award from Forum Music Festivals (San Diego, 2019) Silver Award from Heritage Music Festivals (Seattle, 2018) Silver Award from Heritage Music Festivals (Universal Studios Hollywood, 2017) Annual Performances: Christmas Concert March Choral Showcase Spring Concert
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THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE Being a part of the Chaminade Choir Program means that you are a part of a family. Singing is the foundation that our community is built upon. We accept singers of all levels who share a love for choral music.
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Students in our program go on to study music at the collegiate level at prestigious universities around the country. Whether you sing for your own enjoyment or plan to further your vocal music studies, you always have a place in the choir program!
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Chaminade Choirs website: www.chaminadechoirs.org Instagram @chaminadechoirs Jerry Herman Awards National Youth Arts Awards YoungArts*Spotlight*DTASC
AWARD RECOGNITION
Ms. Sara Greenberg Hart Director of Choral Programs sgreenberghart@chaminade.org
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INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC EAGLE REGIMENT -IV – Marching I Band J AZZ BAND I-IV WIND ENSEMBLE I-IV INSTRUMENTAL GUITAR AP MUSIC THEORY
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Winter Color Guard Indoor Drumline Percussion Ensemble Fall Concert Spring Concert Perform and compete at the local, regional, and national level
PROGRAMS AND PERFORMANCES
THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE FOCUS ON THE INDIVIDUAL Bring in coaches for specific instrumental families Multiple guest artists, clinicians, and conductors throughout the year Opportunity for chamber ensemble performances Opportunity for senior solo performances in the Spring
UNIQUE AND VARIED REPERTOIRE Introduction to music from outside of western classical music Performance and production of various styles and genres Focus on recently composed and commissioned pieces
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Chaminade Instrumental Music website: www.chaminadebands.com Instagram @chaminadebands Mr. J ordan Lewis, M.M. Director of Instrumental Music jlewis@chaminade.org
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FILM FILM –I Introduction to Film Study and Production FILMII – Advanced Film Production and Screenwriting FILMIII, IV, V, VI, VII – Advanced Film Workshop PHOTOGRAPHY CHAMINADE STUDIOS
THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE STUDENTS AS CREATORS Students create films in collaborative crews and learn all aspects of filmmaking as: Producers Writers Directors Cinematographers Editors Costume Design Lighting Sound
THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE All film is story, and we develop those stories in class workshops. Learning all steps in the process – from writing and storyboarding to filming and editing – enable students to discover their talents and develop their skills
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Students are selected annually for regional, national, and international film festivals including NFFTY, AAHSFF, and the Calabasas Film Festival. We host our own Chaminade Film Festival each Spring
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THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE INFORMATION Chaminade Film YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/Chaminade FilmProgram Instagram @NadeFilm Ms. Karen Thumm, B.S. Film, MA Ed. Arts Department Chair Film Program Director kthumm@chaminade.org
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VISUAL ART ART APPRECIATION A & B ART IA: FUNDAMENTALS OF ART ART IB- 1: STUDIO ART WATERCOLOR ART IB- 2: 3D DESIGN ART IB- 3: DIGITAL DESIGN
ART II: STUDIO ART II - Acrylic and Composition ART IIB: DIGITAL DESIGN ART III: STUDIO ART III - 20th Century Art Explorations ART IV: STUDIO ART IV - Postmodern Art Explorations AP STUDIO ART – Drawing Portfolio AP STUDIO ART – 2D Design
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THE ARTS AT CHAMINADE Robert Graham Memorial Art Exhibition at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels Los Angeles, CA CSUN Art Galleries Annual High School Invitational, CSUN Main Gallery Northridge, CA
ART EXHIBITIONS
The National Art Honor Society is an art club that engages students who have a passion for arts and desire to use it to promote and support all art, School’s Mission, social justice, and School’s fun events.
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Mrs. Nela V. Steric, M.F.A., M.A.E. Visual Arts Teacher nsteric@chaminade.org Ms. Amber J ackson, B.F.A., Illustration Diversity Team Co-Advisor Visual Arts Teacher ajackson@chaminade.org
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