Arts

18 Jan

Posted at 15:51h in Arts, School News

We are excited to share two great opportunities next week to take in the talent of the Westminster Academy Fine Arts students. On Tuesday, January 23, join us in the Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church Sanctuary at 7:00 p.m. for the Festival of the Arts. You will experience performances from the band, orchestra, choirs, drama, art, and broadcasting. It will be a wonderful time for all ages, so invite your friends and family! End the week with the Westminster Academy Thespian Showcase Night on Friday, January 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the DeVos Chapel. Be entertained by our theater students as they...

18 Jan

Posted at 14:37h in Arts

As we begin the second semester, we have much to look forward to. Be sure to mark your calendars and save the dates: January 23—Festival of the Arts Benefit Concert January 26—Lions Parent Association Connect (Learn how to get involved) January 26—Thespian Showcase Night February 2—Lower School/PREP Boosterthon February 3—Winter Court/Chili Cook-Off February 7—Conference Day (PK2–Grade 8) February 15—Grandparents Day (PK2–Grade 2) March 22—Passport To Paris Dinner Auction, presented by Benedetti Orthodontics April 6—Father Daughter Dance (Kindergarten–Grade 6) April 9—Spring Choir Concert and Art Show April 19–21—Spring Musical Mary Poppins, presented by Collision Care Xpress April 23—Spring Band & Orchestra...

19 Dec

Posted at 16:22h in Arts, Upper School

Congratulations to the entire WA International Thespian Society, Troupe 8570, who had an incredible showing at the District Competition earlier this month. Each and every student received either a “SUPERIOR” or an “EXCELLENT” rating for their performance. SUPERIOR Small Group Musical: Godspell—Brady Oropesa, Erin Fitzgerald, Lexi D’Aleo, Luis Ramirez, Madison Sanders, Mia Harms, Olivia Oropesa, Reese Mathis, Ryder Stroud, & Story Truss Solo Musical: Erin Fitzgerald Solo Musical: Madison Sanders Duet Musical: Madison Sanders & Story Truss Monologue: Luis Ramirez EXCELLENT Duet Musical: Olivia Oropesa & Juliana Lonotta Duet Musical: Eva Kennicott & Jocelyn Kippes Duet Musical: Chelsea Matthews & Reese Mathis ...

14 Nov

Posted at 18:44h in Arts, School News

Junior Thespians in grades 6-8 competed in the District competition and received 8 Superiors and 12 Excellent ratings from the judges! They participated in multiple events showcasing their acting, singing, design skills, and overall performance abilities. Because of their high scores, the group moves on to Junior Thespian States in Orlando in February. Congratulations, WA performing arts Lions! Superiors Large Group Musical: “Hard Knock Life” from Annie–Isabella Martinez, Abry Kennicott, Violet Scicchitano, Naomi Bertrand, Mila Blackmon, Abigail Pinho, Lariza Ora, Grace Barbar, Heila Breivyte, Kate Hajduk, Greta Harms, Kayla Romero, Emory Lanier, Jessa Stervil, and Samantha Carre Solo Musical:  Grace Barbar—“Times Like...

11 May

Posted at 12:23h in Arts, School News

With mixed emotions, we share that Mrs. Lisa Wilson will be transitioning from her role at Westminster Academy as Director of Fine Arts to the Director of the Center for Music and the Arts at the Institute for Faith and Culture at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church. The Center will collaborate with the Coral Ridge Music Ministry, which is under the leadership of her husband, Dr. John Wilson, and will seek to recapture the Church’s role in influencing the cultural sphere of music and the arts. We know that Mrs. Wilson is uniquely gifted for such a role and look forward...