Arts
The mission of The Hill School Arts Department is to awaken the joy of creation through the visual and performing arts. There are many opportunities for students to immerse themselves in performing and visual arts at The Hill.
Shine on Stage in One of Hill's Theatrical Productions
![Shine on Stage in One of Hill's Theatrical Productions]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1550707576/thehillorg/dulpvi9bllxfcncekacx/2019-Shrek-Arts-LANDING.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1550707576/thehillorg/dulpvi9bllxfcncekacx/2019-Shrek-Arts-LANDING.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1550707576/thehillorg/dulpvi9bllxfcncekacx/2019-Shrek-Arts-LANDING.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1550707576/thehillorg/dulpvi9bllxfcncekacx/2019-Shrek-Arts-LANDING.png","width":1000}])
Hone Your Passions for Vocal and Instrumental Music in the Orchestra or Chorus
![Hone Your Passions for Vocal and Instrumental Music in the Orchestra or Chorus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1550708020/thehillorg/xjojww5jc9w7ewgec5wj/2019-Winter-Vocal-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1550708020/thehillorg/xjojww5jc9w7ewgec5wj/2019-Winter-Vocal-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1550708020/thehillorg/xjojww5jc9w7ewgec5wj/2019-Winter-Vocal-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1550708020/thehillorg/xjojww5jc9w7ewgec5wj/2019-Winter-Vocal-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":1000}])
Explore Fibers-Related Crafts Such as Batik and Shibori in Fiber Arts
![Explore Fibers-Related Crafts Such as Batik and Shibori in Fiber Arts]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1539718445/thehillorg/dy0uqzedimbdrmcyyxwu/2018-Fiber-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1539718445/thehillorg/dy0uqzedimbdrmcyyxwu/2018-Fiber-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1539718445/thehillorg/dy0uqzedimbdrmcyyxwu/2018-Fiber-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1539718445/thehillorg/dy0uqzedimbdrmcyyxwu/2018-Fiber-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":1000}])
Find Your Niche Behind the Scenes in Theatre Workshop
![Find Your Niche Behind the Scenes in Theatre Workshop]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1550707759/thehillorg/zuz57dtyv549gcu0norv/2019-Theatre-Tech-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1550707759/thehillorg/zuz57dtyv549gcu0norv/2019-Theatre-Tech-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1550707759/thehillorg/zuz57dtyv549gcu0norv/2019-Theatre-Tech-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1550707759/thehillorg/zuz57dtyv549gcu0norv/2019-Theatre-Tech-Arts-LANDING.jpg","width":1000}])
Create Masterpieces in Studio Art, Digital Media Arts and Design, and Animation
![Create Masterpieces in Studio Art, Digital Media Arts and Design, and Animation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1539721362/thehillorg/u0sqmalgl1wjcuc8nvs6/2018-Studio-Art-LANDING.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1539721362/thehillorg/u0sqmalgl1wjcuc8nvs6/2018-Studio-Art-LANDING.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1539721362/thehillorg/u0sqmalgl1wjcuc8nvs6/2018-Studio-Art-LANDING.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1539721362/thehillorg/u0sqmalgl1wjcuc8nvs6/2018-Studio-Art-LANDING.jpg","width":1000}])
Work with Professional Visiting Artists
![Work with Professional Visiting Artists]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1539717319/thehillorg/hccnepg7cm7z6e9ba0v5/2018-Visiting-Artist-2LANDING.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1539717319/thehillorg/hccnepg7cm7z6e9ba0v5/2018-Visiting-Artist-2LANDING.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1539717319/thehillorg/hccnepg7cm7z6e9ba0v5/2018-Visiting-Artist-2LANDING.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1539717319/thehillorg/hccnepg7cm7z6e9ba0v5/2018-Visiting-Artist-2LANDING.jpg","width":1000}])
Develop Solutions for Real-World Problems in Design Thinking
![Develop Solutions for Real-World Problems in Design Thinking]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1539714000/thehillorg/ttbefj6krvphija4ozcv/2018-Design-Thinking.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1539714000/thehillorg/ttbefj6krvphija4ozcv/2018-Design-Thinking.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1539714000/thehillorg/ttbefj6krvphija4ozcv/2018-Design-Thinking.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1539714000/thehillorg/ttbefj6krvphija4ozcv/2018-Design-Thinking.jpg","width":1000}])
Gain Hands-On Media Studio Experience in Video Production
![Gain Hands-On Media Studio Experience in Video Production]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1539720195/thehillorg/u4bscsdbctqjmitidjgy/2018-Electronic-Media-LANDING.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1539720195/thehillorg/u4bscsdbctqjmitidjgy/2018-Electronic-Media-LANDING.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1539720195/thehillorg/u4bscsdbctqjmitidjgy/2018-Electronic-Media-LANDING.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1539720195/thehillorg/u4bscsdbctqjmitidjgy/2018-Electronic-Media-LANDING.jpg","width":1000}])
Awaken a Hidden Talent in Class Piano
![Awaken a Hidden Talent in Class Piano]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1539713663/thehillorg/wtfnfomisxqld6m9svbu/2018-Class-Piano-ARTS-LANDING.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1539713663/thehillorg/wtfnfomisxqld6m9svbu/2018-Class-Piano-ARTS-LANDING.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1539713663/thehillorg/wtfnfomisxqld6m9svbu/2018-Class-Piano-ARTS-LANDING.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1539713663/thehillorg/wtfnfomisxqld6m9svbu/2018-Class-Piano-ARTS-LANDING.jpg","width":1000}])
Recent Arts News
![Student Artists Receive Local Recognition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1550879028/thehillorg/k80furdndj9bgjdlh1ou/2019-Elizabeth-Hudak-Art.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1550879028/thehillorg/k80furdndj9bgjdlh1ou/2019-Elizabeth-Hudak-Art.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1550879028/thehillorg/k80furdndj9bgjdlh1ou/2019-Elizabeth-Hudak-Art.jpg","width":800}])
Artwork by Claire Hartemink '21 and Elizabeth Hudak '21 selected as part of The Wharton Esherick Museum's 10th annual high school print competition.
!["Shrek the Musical" is a Smashing Success!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1551753163/thehillorg/vinaqeifqxenlsnoxos3/2019-02-21Shrek-236.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1551753163/thehillorg/vinaqeifqxenlsnoxos3/2019-02-21Shrek-236.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1551753163/thehillorg/vinaqeifqxenlsnoxos3/2019-02-21Shrek-236.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1551753163/thehillorg/vinaqeifqxenlsnoxos3/2019-02-21Shrek-236.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1551753163/thehillorg/vinaqeifqxenlsnoxos3/2019-02-21Shrek-236.jpg","width":1500}])
Enjoy photos of this groundbreaking production!
![2019 Scholastic Arts & Writing Award Winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1550879028/thehillorg/n9mkqhr7tik9gdlbip5f/2019-Megan-Mikuen-Art.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1550879028/thehillorg/n9mkqhr7tik9gdlbip5f/2019-Megan-Mikuen-Art.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1550879028/thehillorg/n9mkqhr7tik9gdlbip5f/2019-Megan-Mikuen-Art.jpg","width":800}])
Megan Mikuen '19 and Sarah Jiang '22 received honors from Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for their artwork.
![Diane Richards Exhibits "Primal Imprints"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1550705956/thehillorg/yibp98umh4sjuwgnmoag/2019-Diane-Richards-Silk-On-Root.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1550705956/thehillorg/yibp98umh4sjuwgnmoag/2019-Diane-Richards-Silk-On-Root.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1550705956/thehillorg/yibp98umh4sjuwgnmoag/2019-Diane-Richards-Silk-On-Root.jpg","width":600}])
Hill Instructor of the Arts' Exhibit will run from March 22 through May 3. The opening reception will be held on Sunday, April 7.
![Congratulations to the Jazz Ensemble!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1550706762/thehillorg/i7mcfcnkhf1waunva707/2019-Best-Trumpet-Section-SteelStacks-Jazz.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1550706762/thehillorg/i7mcfcnkhf1waunva707/2019-Best-Trumpet-Section-SteelStacks-Jazz.jpg","width":500}])
The Hill School's Jazz Ensemble earned an Excellent rating and the award for Best Trumpet Section at the ArtsQuest WFMZ Moravian College High School Jazz Band Showcase.
Upcoming Arts Events:
Opening Reception: Diane Richards "Primal Imprints"
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Boyer Gallery
Spring Music Festival
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CFTA
Small Instrumental Group Concert
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Chapel
Spring Afternoon Arts Recital
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Chapel
Student Art Exhibit Opening Reception and Awards
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CFTA Lobby
Arts Requirements:
For students entering in the third form, one of the following two options: At least three terms of Arts courses from two or all three Arts disciplines (music, visual arts, theater) or Two years of Arts courses in one discipline (music, visual Arts, theatre)
Students entering in the fourth form: 3 terms of Arts courses
Students entering in the fifth form: 2 terms of Arts courses
Students entering in the sixth form: 1 term of an Arts course