Episcopal Academy
Eshika Tangri ’23 This spring, EA students will perform a production of Godspell, with opening night projected for May 20th, 2021. Dan Clay, producer of the musical, chose this show specifically for the message that it portrays, one that is especially important during these unprecedented times. He says, “We chose it because it’s a small … Read More “Theatre Department Plans to Go Ahead with Spring Musical” »
Fiona Riley ‘22 Sona Bardakjian ‘21, a passionate participant in all aspects of EA’s performing arts program, is December’s Artist of the Month. Bardakjian is a choir co-president, Vocal Ensemble member, Dance Team captain, and participant in a variety of performing arts clubs. Additionally, she performs in EA plays and musicals and, in non-COVID years, … Read More “Artist of the Month: Sona Bardakjian ‘21” »
Ava Hendrickson ‘22 | Mia Cabral ‘22 With COVID-19 restrictions in place, Episcopal’s fall play had to be reimagined, forcing Daniel Clay, Chair of the Theater Department and the Domino Board, to be extremely creative. Initially, there was anxiety among students that the fall play wouldn’t be possible at all, as explained by Grace Frazier … Read More “Fall Play Production Adapts to COVID-19 Restrictions” »
Lily Rosenberg ’22 As the Biden administration transitions into power, many hope to see changes in arts funding. Under President Obama, there was an increase in funding for the art industry, indicating that the Biden administration will be a strong advocate in this endeavor as well. Despite this potential increase in spending, the COVID-19 pandemic has … Read More “Students hope for increased national arts funding under Biden Administration” »
Eshika Tangri ‘23 Doug Parsons, Upper School English Teacher, recently added the Songwriting Club to an existing variety of music clubs at EA. The club started as an enrichment summer course offered by EA for a small group of Upper School students who wanted to strengthen their base for songwriting and music. Over the span … Read More “New Songwriting Club lets students shine” »
Josephine Buccini ‘21
Lily Rosenberg ‘22 Nikki Marzella ‘22 is the October Artist of the Month for her work in woodshop. Marzella illustrates her love and dedication for the subject by constantly working on projects outside of class and demonstrating a strong connection with her teacher. John Binstock, Woodshop teacher, comments on Marzella’s hard work, stating, “Nikki is … Read More “Artist of the Month: Nikki Marzella ‘22” »
Mia Cabral ‘22 | Ava Hendrickson ‘22 The choir program has had to completely readjust its plan for this year because of the difficulties singing poses to health and safety. As Will Hopkins ‘21, one of the choir presidents, describes, “With singing there’s a higher risk because your air spreads farther.” Despite this challenge, the … Read More “Choir Classes Adapt to COVID-19 Disruptions” »
Mia Cabral ‘22 | Ava Hendrickson ‘22 The choir program has had to completely readjust its plan for this year because of the difficulties singing poses to health and safety. As Will Hopkins ‘21, one of the choir presidents, describes, “With singing there’s a higher risk because your air spreads farther.” Despite this challenge, the … Read More “Choir Classes Adapt to COVID-19 Disruptions” »
Fiona Riley ‘22 The EA Art Department has embraced the “Fill the Walls with Hope” project to support the expression of powerful messages through creativity. Susan Coote, Gallery Coordinator, contextualized the project, noting that this open-call wheat-paste poster project allows for student artists to express their creativity and share powerful messages. Coote noted that the … Read More “New art project gives EA students a platform” »
Mia Cabral ‘22 | Ava Hendrickson ‘22 Beautiful artwork of multiple mediums is normally displayed in the Crawford Campus Center Gallery, but because 2020 has held many surprises and challenges, the gallery has needed to adapt to the new circumstances. Rather than avoiding the difficulties of the year, Mrs. Coote, the Gallery Coordinator, is finding … Read More “The “EMERGE” Project Comes to EA” »
Sigel agrees with this logic, adding that he hopes Cannon will be welcomed by the community, saying, “My hope is that he feels welcomed and a part of this community…” Cannon is inspired by modern concepts and ideas of art, and hopes to bring this new set of eyes to all of his students. Ultimately, … Read More “Art Department hires adjunct teachers” »