Performing Arts
Drama
Annual Productions
The Grade 8-9 production is held at the end of November and will alternate between a play and a musical , opposite to the Grade 10-12 production . Auditions are held in the fall and are open to all students in Grade 8-9 . Effort is made to include every girl who is interested in some aspect of the production , whether it be onstage in a role or off-stage in a supporting position . Rehearsals are after school and over two weekends closer to production time . Productions will take place in the black box theatre .
The Grade 10-12 production alternates between a play and a musical . Auditions are held in the fall and are open to students in Grade 10-12 . Effort is made to include every girl who is interested in some aspect of the production , whether it be onstage in a role or off-stage in a supporting position . Rehearsals are after school and during weekends . The performance is typically two weeks before Spring Break .
VISTA One Act Play Festival
Every year CHS participates in this festival , typically held at a nearby independent school . Students work in small groups to self-direct and rehearse one act plays . Two plays are selected to present at the festival . Teacher-directed shows are also an option . This is open to Grade 10-12 students .
House Plays
Every spring , students can participate in the CHS House Play Festival . House Captains direct and rehearse fun , high-energy mini-productions for all interested students .
Music Ensembles
Choir , Band , and Orchestra
For choir , band , and orchestral opportunities , please refer to the Academic Handbook , as these programs are offered as curricular courses . Students can participate in these ensembles as a club as they meet out-of-timetable . The expectations for attendance are the same as for students taking ensembles for credit , but assignments and assessments are not required .
Stage Band
Stage Band is an opportunity for students to learn about and perform contemporary music genres ( pop , jazz , blues , folk ). Students must audition to join and should be skilled in any band or orchestra instrument , or in piano , guitar , bass guitar , drums , or vocals . The stage band performs at special school functions , school assemblies and concerts .
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