About Us

Theatre arts is an integrated part of the Walnut Hills High School curriculum. Beyond its value as a key component of an instructional strategy which emphasizes appreciation of the arts in general as a critical component of a classical education, the knowledge acquired through the study of theatre and its literature have direct relevance to the skill sets we hope to instill in our Walnut Hills graduates. Communication skills, appreciation of a body of dramatic literature, an understanding of how dramatists have used theatre as a vehicle to address social issues – these are all relevant to the themes which are at the core of our Theatre department offerings. Furthermore, the experiences gained through participation in acting in & directing theatrical productions at Walnut, exposure to the very discrete skills of stagecraft, interaction and mentoring across age peer groups, provide not just an opportunity for entertainment, but a chance for the acquisition of some real life skills - teamwork, group dynamics, responsibility, goal setting & achievement, involvement in common endeavors where the whole really is greater than the sum of its parts.