MISD Fine Arts Showcase is April 2 and 3 at MIHS
MISD Fine Arts Showcase is April 2 and 3 at MIHS
MISD Communications
Mercer Island, WA, March 26, 2024 - The Mercer Island School District, in collaboration with the Mercer Island Fine Arts Advisory Council, invites the Mercer Island community to the annual Fine Arts Showcase, a two-day event celebrating the amazing accomplishments of our K-12 students in Performing Arts (Music and Drama) and Visual Arts.
Artwork from our talented elementary, middle school, and high school students will be displayed throughout Mercer Island High School on Tuesday, April 2 and Wednesday, April 3. The Showcase takes place from 4pm to 10pm each night.
The theme of this year’s Fine Arts Showcase is “On The Red Carpet”. For admission information visit the Fine Arts Advisory Council website.
Tuesday night is Visual Arts focused and attendees are encouraged to take a leisurely walk through the high school and enjoy the work of Mercer Island students. Small chamber ensembles from IMS and MIHS Orchestra and Band will present performances throughout the evening.
Wednesday is our Performing Arts focused evening. There will be two distinct shows in the MIHS Gym at 6:30pm and 7:45pm. Each show will include performances by choirs, bands, and orchestras from all levels, as well as spotlighted drama scenes. Wednesday’s schedule is detailed below.
Wednesday, April 3 - 6:30pm Show
- 7th Grade Band
- 6th Grade Orchestra
- IMS Choir
- MIHS/IMS Musical Collaboration
- 3rd grade choir
- HS Wind Ensemble
Wednesday, April 3 - 7:45pm Show
- 7th and 8th Orchestra
- 8th Grade Band
- HS Band & "The Vizzies"
- HS Choir
- HS Improv
- HS Combined Orchestras
Please join us for two evenings of fantastic student presentations!
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