MISD Fine Arts Showcase is March 24 and March 25 at MIHS
MISD Fine Arts Showcase is March 24 and March 25 at MIHS
MISD Communications
Mercer Island, WA, March 17, 2026 - 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, March 24 and Wednesday, March 25. The Showcase takes place from 5:30pm to 8:30pm on March 24 and 5:30pm to 9pm on March 25.
For more information about attending the Fine Arts Showcase please see the Fine Arts Advisory Council webpage.
Tuesday night is Visual Arts focused and attendees are encouraged to take a leisurely walk through the high school and enjoy the over 500 pieces of artwork by Mercer Island students. Tuesday night will also feature a scavenger hunt, chamber music performances, poetry, interactive craft stations, an open mic, and an interactive LEGO experience.
Wednesday is the Performing Arts focused evening. There will be two distinct shows in the MIHS Gym at 6:15pm 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, March 25 - 6:15pm Show
- 7th Grade Orchestra
- IMS 7/8 & Advanced Choir
- Elementary Theatre Camp
- 7th Grade Band
- MIHS Orchestra
- High School Musical Jr. (IMS Musical)
- MIHS Wind Ensemble
- 3rd grade choir
Wednesday, March 25 - 7:45pm Show
- 8th Grade Orchestra
- MIHS Advanced Drama
- 8th Grade Band
- MIHS Bel Canto Choir
- MIHS Orchestra
- MIHS Wind Ensemble
- MIHS Music Collaboration
Please join us for two evenings of fantastic student presentations!
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