Located in Michigan, Interlochen Arts Academy boarding high school prepares young artists for rewarding careers and fosters academic excellence.
Arts Academy High School
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Writers create and study poetry, non-fiction, screenwriting and playwriting with a faculty of published authors in a supportive, inspiring environment. -
Dancers develop their versatility, technical and artistic skills in a ballet-based curriculum that is complemented by study in jazz, modern dance and other contemporary styles. -
Young filmmakers explore every dimension of their craft: screenwriting, cinematography, production, sound design and editing. -
Musicians are challenged, inspired and motivated by talented peers, faculty and guest artists and have frequent opportunities to perform in a full range of large and small ensembles. -
From the study of Stanislavsky-based acting technique to the state-of-the-art facilities, students get hands-on experience in performance - or design and technology. -
Visual artists develop personal vision and technical abilities through work with a variety of media, in vibrant studio setting where experimentation and problem-solving are encouraged.
Top Stories
Steven Johnson, a theatre student at Interlochen Arts Academy, has been named a 2009 Presidential Scholar in the Arts.
After an far-reaching search, Kedrik Merwin has been selected to serve as director of music at Interlochen Center for the Arts. In this role, he will oversee all aspects of music at Interlochen Arts Camp and Interlochen Arts Academy.
After an extensive global search, Cameron Basden has been selected as
the new director of the dance program at Interlochen Center for the
Arts.
On May 23, 2009, Interlochen Arts Academy celebrated the graduation of its 47th class. Read Interlochen President Jeffrey S. Kimpton's remarks.
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Wondering what it's like to be a student at Interlochen Arts Academy boarding high school? Watch our new video about living and learning here at Interlochen.
The 2009 International Future of Cinema Film Festival took place in May, and featured guest filmmakers Adrian Belic, Logan and Noah Miller, as well as representatives from the ARRI Group, which manufactures cameras and lighting equipment.
Interlochen alumnus and Grammy-winning drummer Peter Erskine visits Interlochen for an unforgettable performance and masterclass.
