Performing Arts
Performing Arts

 

Drama

Westover’s Theater Program strives to create a sense of community and belonging in each production. Each year students have opportunities to perform in a musical, a contemporary play, and a classical play. In addition to acting in the productions, we offer both costuming and technical theater. In costuming, students will learn the skills of costume research, design, and construction such as hand stitching, machine stitching, basic patterning, and cutting. Technical theater students will learn, through invaluable hands-on experience, how to use Westover’s state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, create sets and props, and design sets.

Dance

The Dance Program at Westover seeks to inspire a love of dance through diverse class offerings, numerous performance opportunities, and master classes with guest instructors. The core curriculum is ballet and modern with additional classes in composition, jazz, contemporary, and hip-hop. Cross-training opportunities are also available in aerobics, strength and stretch, yoga, and various workshops offered throughout the school year. Students will discover the joy, creativity, and freedom of dance. We welcome dancers of all levels, backgrounds, and abilities - from experienced dancers to those just beginning their training. Our intention is for all dancers to learn the values of teamwork, perseverance, resilience, and belief in their own self-worth.