Fine & Performing Arts
Fine Arts
Become part of the AMAZING collaborative Fine Arts Team! Don’t make a painting to match your sofa, make one to match your soul! Drawing, painting and sculpting techniques are all explored and refined in our Visual Arts programs.
Try your hand volunteering as an artist for one of the many community art projects available to us. Huge opportunities also exist for exposure as an artist at one of our three major art shows: the annual District Art Show, the High Energy Show at the Art Gallery of St. Albert or the Fine Arts Council Exhibit.
Music
We have two stellar music programs. Let your musicality flourish in one of these incredible Band Programs! You will become a part of a tight-knit ensemble, develop your abilities and of course, perform awesome music! If you wanna be a rock star come kick it with us, bring your band or start a new one, go on tour as part of a band or as a roadie.
Theatre
Teamwork, improv, speaking and confidence from business to Broadway, the skills you learn here will last a lifetime. Become part of a huge musical production with a live orchestra. Work behind the scenes on lighting, sound, media, props, and stage management.
Courses
5 credits
Students will work after school in semester 2 on productions for the PK One Act Play festival.
There will also be opportunities to take the shows to the City festival at the University of Alberta and the provincial competition in Red Deer.
5 credits
Explore drawing, painting, sculpture and contemporary art techniques. Emphasis is on awareness of natural and created environments and developing art skills.
Students wishing to complete the AP portfolio may begin an AP Art program in Art 20 or Art 30 by making a request to the Art teacher.
5 credits
Art 31 is for serious Visual Art students wishing to develop their portfolios further.
Students in Art 31 AP submit their portfolios to the AP College Board for evaluation.
5 credits
Discover the art of ceramics in this engaging course! Unleash your creativity as you sculpt with clay using a variety of techniques. In this hands-on class, you'll have the opportunity to craft not just beautiful, but also functional artifacts like mugs, bowls, and vases.
Whether you're a beginner or already have experience with ceramics, this course promises a fun and immersive journey into the world of pottery and clay artistry.
5 credits
Develop your performance, communication and collaboration skills through theatre!
You will have the chance to explore improvisation, stage combat, scene work, play writing and directing, and end with the production of a play.
5 credits
For students with any experience on any instrument. Instruments can be provided.
Topics include performance, stage etiquette, industry basics, recording, and song structures.
Students can choose their own content and play popular music in any style.
5 credits
Learn technical skills and develop your musicality.
Performances are mandatory.
Students must have a prior knowledge of a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument.
5 credits
This course occurs after school in Semester 1 and is open to anyone that auditions.
Together students work towards a large-scale production and focus on acting, singing and dancing skills, whether you are experienced or not!
5 credits
Fee applicable
Intended for Art, Ceramics, Graphic Arts, Design or Photography students wanting to develop a portfolio of most recent work for entrance to a post-secondary institution, scholarship applications, or applying for apprenticeships and jobs. If applying for post-secondary it is recommended taking Art 35 Portfolio in semester one as their entrance deadlines start in late winter.
This is a project-based course and there is a course fee.
Prerequisite: 30 level credit in Art, Ceramics, Design, Graphics Arts or Photography (these credits may be taken concurrently with this course).
3 or 5 credits
This course is offered as a 3 credit or 5 credit course.
Step into the captivating world of theatre production in our technical theatre course! Get hands-on experience as an integral part of the technical crew for the school's musical, where you'll bring the stage to life by crafting props, building intricate sets, and adding the finishing touches with your painting expertise.
While you'll have the chance to explore the enchanting realms of lighting and sound, our primary focus is on the art of set design and construction.
Join us and be part of the magic behind the curtains, where your creativity and teamwork will play a crucial role in creating unforgettable performances on the stage.