An informed appreciation for the arts enhances one's understanding of and respect for our various world cultures and the progress of civilization. Students participate in the mastery of skills, the realization of creative expression and the development of an informed appreciation. The Music Department offers courses in music appreciation, history, theory, composition and an AP music class, as well as orchestra, glee club, jazz band and instrumental lessons.
Music is performed in concert, talent shows, coffeehouses and musicals.
The Drama Department presents a comedy, a musical and a drama each year, along with studies in speech, acting, directing, lighting, set design, construction, puppetry, costuming, makeup, film and video. The Visual Arts Department teaches minor, major and advanced courses in studio art, photography, drawing, ceramics and art history. The Dance Department provides instruction in ballet, modern, jazz, tap, theater and ethnic dance. Movement is studied at all levels, culminating in selection for the celebrated performing group, Dance Company. Backstage facilities include a set construction shop, green room, costume shop, light and sound booth, makeup and dressing rooms, the Phoenix club room, the media room and the drama department offices.