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At Prairie the art is in the performance. And through a creative, hands-on program that includes the disciplines of music, theatre, and technical theatre our students embrace an array of both curricular and extracurricular performing arts experiences that span Pre-Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade.
We look forward to helping students discover their own artistic selves as we sing, play, compose, act, script, practice, design, construct, and crew. We believe that when we explore the performing artist in each of us and experience passion and understanding, we are all transformed. Writer Annie Dillard states, “Beauty and grace are performed whether or not we will or sense them. The least we can do is try to be there”. At The Prairie School, we like to think our work together celebrates just that. Putting the arts in motion begins with YOU! Won’t you join us?
2024 - 2025 SEASON
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JAZZ AT
PRAIRIE
Prairie offers a robust Jazz program beginning in Middle School. Click here to learn more about Prairie Jazz and opportunities to participate in or attend concerts!
CURRICULUM
Prairie’s Performing Arts adventure begins as Primary School students give expression to their creativity by singing, moving, and playing instruments. As they discover the possibilities in their own voices, they also learn how their talents can combine with others in an artistic tapestry of their own creation. In the Primary School years, students make their own music come alive in the Leipold Johnson Early Childhood Center and Primary School Music Rooms. They are mentored by professional artists from the ballet, opera, and symphony. Our goal is to deepen each student’s abilities to imagine, create, perform, listen, and reflect as they commence their life-long enjoyment of the Performing Arts.
Middle School students expand their Performing Arts horizons, refining and extending their skills in larger ensembles, learning about music in new global and historical contexts, and taking their talents into the greater community. Students can elect music offerings of Band, Strings, or Choir and may also participate in the Jazz ensemble that meets during Flex. In addition, any ensemble student can participate in contests and festivals in the greater Southeastern Wisconsin community. In Theatre, students may elect General Theatre, Fall Musical (7/8), Spring Musical (6), or Spring Play (7/8).
A Prairie alum describes their Upper School Performing Arts experience with these words: “My high school Performing Arts experience has been one of challenge, learning, and joy. The Performing Arts continue to influence the way I read, write, and perceive the world around me. They have allowed me to appreciate the meaning of collaboration and community. Whatever I do and wherever I go, I will continue contributing to the arts community around me.”
In Upper School, students can fulfill their three credit arts graduation requirement by choosing from Concert Choir, Orchestra, Strings, AP Music Theory, Fall or Spring Play Cast, Intro to Tech Theatre, Tech Theatre Workshop, and Tech Theatre Design. Plays and musicals are cast through auditions and arranged in seasons; this scheduling model enables students to combine participation in athletics and the arts. Some classes are inclusive of everyone at any level while others have prerequisites and are designed for students with more advanced skills.
Each year professional performing artists, alums, and our own faculty share their own passions when they visit our stage and music rooms as visiting artists and mentors.
Our Facilities
JOHN MITCHELL THEATRE
The John Mitchell Theatre is home to a combined total of 12 theatrical productions and concerts each year. This 301-seat theatre allows audiences a great view from any seat. Parents get to see their students on stage from a young age during Books Alive through their last time on stage as seniors!
LEIPOLD RECITAL HALL
The Leipold Recital Hall (LRH for short) is a beautifully renovated multi-purpose room. The LRH is the rehearsal room for all school choirs and vocal rehearsals for musicals and is the perfect space for visiting artists, guest speakers, and full-class meetings.
Visiting Artist Series
Greg Marcus
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Atlantic Road Trip
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Klassik
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PRIVATE
MUSIC
LESSONS
Ready to elevate your music skills? Explore private music lessons! These one-on-one sessions offer personalized mentorship, tailored to your unique musical abilities. Private lesson times are available during the school day and are scheduled through the private teachers according to their availability and location. You can find out more about the private teachers by clicking the link below. Each teacher manages their studio, sharing insights on philosophy, expectations, schedules, locations, and fees. Enhance your music education with outside lessons!
Middle School students interested in pursuing private lessons during the school day must receive approval from their advisor and Mrs. Boero. Please e-mail Mrs. Boero at kboero@prairieschool.com and your child’s advisor when starting the process of scheduling lessons for any Middle School students.
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