University Representatives Provide Portfolio Reviews
Representatives from major universities and conservatories will be reviewing the portfolios of Visual Arts majors at LIHSA. Throughout the Fall and early Winter, schools scheduled to visit include: School of Visual Arts, Savannah College of Art and Design, Art Institute of Boston, Pratt Institute, Maryland Institute College of Art, University of the Arts, and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. Check website calendar for specific dates.
Students Attend Premier of "13"
On September 13th, four LIHSA students had the opportunity to attend the Broadway premier performance of the new musical production, "13". Craig Isser, Joyous Pierce, Jillian Dooley, and Steven Liberto enjoyed front row seats as guests of Newsday's Kidsday feature column. The students will be writing a critical review for Newsday which is scheduled for publication on October 9th.
"Feathers" Featured at the Long Island Film Festival
LIHSA students' film, "Feathers", was selected as an official entry into the Long Island Film Festival 2008. A screening of "Feathers" was included in the festival's September 12th showcase at the Merrick Cinemas in Merrick, New York. Following the films, a question/answer dialogue was conducted with student directors and audience members. "Feathers" was produced, directed, and enacted by LIHSA students under the supervision of Film instructor, Anthony Petrucci.
Photo Teacher Exhibits Work
LIHSA Photography teacher, James Baron is exhibiting several works at the Main Street Petite Gallery in Huntington, New York. The exhibit entitled, Truth, is a landscape show with pieces that are reflective of the times and an expression of the environment. The exhibit is on view from September 5th through October 24th.
Vocal Jazz Teacher Performs at Dizzy's Club Coca Cola
On September 22nd, LIHSA Jazz Vocal teacher, Linda Ciofalo performed at the 4th Annual Diet Coke Women's Jazz Festival. Along with jazz greats, John DiMartino, Joel Frahm, and Marcus McLaurine, Linda entertained a full house with selections from her newly released CD, Sun Set at the beautiful Frederick P. Rose Hall, Lincoln Center.
Art Majors Selected for Adelphi Program
Art majors, Chelsea Mentzinger and Stephanie Olson have been selected to participate in Adelphi University's foundation program in Human Figure Drawing. The students will attend classes for ten consecutive Saturdays to develop their drawing skills with a major emphasis on the human figure. At the completion of the program there will be an awards reception and exhibition.
LIHSA Dancers Summer Performances
On August 10th, LIHSA dancers under the direction of teacher, Susan Dodge, performed at the 43rd Annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival in Heckscher Park.
They will also be performing at the Mozart Festival at Planting Fields on Sunday, August 31st.
Musical Theatre Graduate To Appear on Broadway
2008 Musical Theatre graduate, Amanda Castanos will open on Broadway on July 21st. Appearing in the role of Marta in Spring Awakening, Amanda will be featured singing "The Dark I Know Well".
Nassau BOCES Hosts The Long Island Philharmonic at LIHSA
Nassau BOCES in partnership with the Long Island Philharmonic will present a Summer Strings Academy from August 18th -August 22nd at Long Island High School for the Arts. The academy is open to Nassau and Suffolk County students entering 8th through 11th grades. The Academy will included Master Classes, rehearsals, break-out sessions and culminate in a Friday evening concert. For additional information, contact Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Supervisor, Kelly Good at 516-396-2345 or e-mail artsined@mail.nasboces.org
Art Major Awarded 1st Place
Recent graduate, Stefanie Aversa was awarded 1st place in the Annual Art Competition sponsored by the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County located in Glen Cove, New York. Stefanie's original piece, "Kindertransport" was also selected for permanent display in the museum's collection.
