Fine Arts Tag

11 Feb

Posted at 12:07h in Arts

Westminster Academy students showcased their musical talents in the All-County Honors Orchestra and All-County Honors Band, prestigious events that bring together top young musicians across Broward County. Over four days of intensive rehearsals, guided by a distinguished conductor, these students prepared and performed three exceptional pieces. Orchestras were grouped by age: Bronze (6th grade), Silver (7th & 8th grade), and Gold (high school). This year, we were honored to have several students represent Westminster Academy: Bronze: Andrew Boctor, Arya Parcinski, Jake Johasky, and Lucas Haymond Silver: Jamil Boctor, Isabella Mesquita, Abry Kennicott, Luna Agostini, and Angelina Mesquita Gold: Eva Kennicott A special...

16 Jan

Posted at 12:45h in School News

Westminster Academy Fine Arts students shined brightly at the Florida Music Education Association Professional Development Conference and 2025 All-State concerts, held January 8–11 in Tampa, Florida. These prestigious events bring together top talent from across the state to rehearse and perform under the direction of guest conductors. Congratulations to Abry Kennicott (seventh grade), who performed with the Middle School Honors Orchestra. After a rigorous audition process in the fall, Abry was selected in November and prepared for this extraordinary experience. Students rehearsed intensively over two days before delivering a remarkable concert under the direction of Nancy Beebe from Bak Middle School...

16 Jan

Posted at 10:45h in School News

We’re thrilled to celebrate an incredible achievement by Westminster Academy’s District 7 Troupe 8570 at the Thespian District Competition! Every WA student member earned a Superior or Excellent Medal, including all first-time competitors! Congratulations to Madison Sanders for making WA history by winning our first-ever high school Top Honors Award for her Monologue Event and earning an impressive five medals! Amazing job, Troupe 8570! We’re so proud of your hard work and talent! Superior Awards: Ryder Stroud - Monologues Reese Mathis - Monologues Chelsea Matthews - Monologues Madison Sanders - Monologues (TOP HONORS) Madison Sanders - Solo Musical Eleana Nowicki & Liam Pace - Duet Musical Luis Ramirez...

12 Dec

Posted at 09:31h in Arts

As we finish the first semester, we have much to be thankful for. And, as we look to the second semester, we have a lot to look forward to. Be sure to mark your calendars and save the dates: February 21—22—High School Musical, The Lightning Thief January 24— Thespian Showcase Night January 31—Winter Court April 8—Spring Choir Concert & Art Show April 11—Westy in Wonderland Dinner Auction April 22—Spring Band & Orchestra Concert May 9—10—Spring Musical, Frozen Jr.  May 22—Baccalaureate May 23—Commencement We look forward to seeing you at these events!...

12 Nov

Posted at 12:47h in Arts, School News

This past Saturday, our WA Junior Thespians showcased their talents at the District Competition held at Somerset Academy in Pembroke Pines. Competing in a range of performance and technical theater categories, they earned an impressive nine Superior and 20 Excellent ratings from the judges. A special shoutout to Akaila Bhola (Grade 6), who received Honorable Mention/Judges Choice for her outstanding marketing designs! Our Junior Thespians will move on to the State Competition in Orlando, February 13–16, 2025. Congratulations to our talented students! Solo Musical: Emory Lanier—“It’s Possible” from Seussical, SUPERIOR Grace Barbar—“The Life I Never Led” from Sister Act, SUPERIOR Abby...