Visual and Performing Arts

The Visual and Performing Arts Department aims to promote critical thinking and literacy in visual and performing arts through a supportive and collaborative environment. Our curriculum encourages independent and self-directed work, and fosters a lifelong passion for creating, performing, and connecting with the world. 

 

ARHS has had a long history of theater productions dating back to the school's founding in the early 1950's. Notable Alumni include actor William Atherton, Director and Northwestern University Professor David Bell, Playwright Betsy Kelso (Great American Trailer Park Musical), Actress Suzanne Tara, Musician (Matchbox 20) Brian Yale, Broadway Stage Manager Hilary Austin, former Chair of the American Theater Wing (The Tony Awards) author and theater pundit Howard Sherman and entertainment reporter and Awards Expert Scott Feinberg.   

All students in the Amity Music Department will receive a comprehensive music education in a safe, caring, respectful and inclusive environment where they will gain the social and cultural awareness necessary to be collaborative members of the global community.