Upper School Performing Arts

At King, we believe the performing arts are more than just music, theater, and dance—they’re a powerful way to explore who we are and how we understand the world around us.

Whether it’s through the precision of a musical performance or the storytelling of a stage production, the arts spark curiosity, creativity, and deep inquiry—just like math, science, history, and literature.

Our Performing Arts Program invites students to express themselves using their voices, hands, and bodies in ways that go beyond the traditional classroom.

Whether you’re picking up an instrument, stepping onto the stage, or working behind the scenes in technical theater, you’ll gain confidence, sharpen your reasoning skills, and collaborate in ways that are both exciting and meaningful.

Theater arts play a major role in the arts program at King School. Every year, students in the theater arts program bring stories to life through comedies, musicals, and dramas. Whether acting in a lead role, working on set design, or managing the stage, students gain hands-on experience in all aspects of theatrical production.

In the Upper School, students have countless opportunities to develop their artistic talents. From acting in a play to composing music, from stage combat to sound engineering, we offer courses that nurture creativity at every level. Our classes include:

• Theater and Drama: Acting, musical theater, stage design, storytelling, and more.
• Music: Choir, band, instrumental ensembles, guitar, piano, and music theory.
• Production and Tech: Audio engineering, sound design, music production, and stagecraft.

Whether you want to perform in a jazz ensemble, write your own songs, or learn how to run a lighting rig, there’s something for everyone!

Upper School Productions

Love performing?

You’ll have plenty of chances! King’s performing arts curriculum allows students to follow multiple creative paths—whether that’s being in the spotlight in a theater production, leading a band, composing original music, or even learning the ins and outs of sound design.

Students with a strong interest in continuing their performing arts journey in college also receive specialized support. From building audition portfolios to navigating the unique college application process for music and theater programs, we’re here to help.

Certificate of Distinction in Performing Arts

Ready to Take the Stage? At King, the performing arts are more than just an extracurricular—they’re a core part of who we are. No matter your experience level, we encourage you to explore, create, and perform. Whether you dream of Broadway, a recording studio, or simply love the arts, we invite you to find your voice here.

For students looking to take their passion for the arts to the next level, King offers a Certificate of Distinction in Performing Arts.

This elective program is designed for those who want to dig deeper into their craft and gain a competitive edge for college auditions and applications.

The Certificate is flexible, allowing students to tailor their coursework to their specific interests—whether that’s music, theater, or technical production. It’s a fantastic opportunity for students who are serious about pursuing performing arts in college and beyond.