Performing Arts

Dynamic, creative, interdisciplinary and thoughtful, the LJCDS performing arts program is an integral part of each student’s liberal arts education. Whether acting in a play, singing a chorale, dancing a pas de deux, or marching in a drumline, students are encouraged to use their imagination while simultaneously building discipline-specific skills through intensive training with our dedicated faculty of professional working artists.  

Class offerings in music, acting, dance, and technical theater also emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, often culminating in public performances both on and off campus, from our own Four Flowers Theater to international stages worldwide. As part of a holistic approach to learning, our students are encouraged to view their work within a broader sociocultural context, exploring ideas relevant to their studies and their lives as young, maturing global citizens.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

After School Opportunities

  • Upper School musical
  • Drumline
  • Marching band
  • Performance opportunities in the community for Madrigals, choir and chamber ensembles
  • Local and statewide competitions and invitations
  • International trips

Meet the Team

List of 11 members.

  • Photo of Robert Wagner

    Robert Wagner 

    Director of the Arts
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  • Photo of Caroline Becker

    Caroline Becker 

    Educator, Middle and Upper School Choir
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  • Photo of Wendy Clemente

    Wendy Clemente 

    Educator, LS Music
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  • Photo of Joan Diener

    Joan Diener 

    Educator, US Strings and Orchestra and LS Strings
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  • Photo of Liesl Hansen

    Liesl Hansen 

    Educator, MS Band
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  • Photo of Kelley Hart

    Kelley Hart 

    Educator, ECC and LS Performing Arts
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  • Photo of Michael Peveich

    Michael Peveich 

    Educator, MS and US Technical Theater
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  • Photo of Chad Przymus

    Chad Przymus 

    Educator, Middle and Upper School Band and Percussion
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  • Photo of Joe Rowling

    Joe Rowling 

    Educator, MS Strings and Orchestra
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  • Photo of Jim Short

    Jim Short Ph.D. 

    Middle and Upper School Performing Arts Educator
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  • Photo of Christy Yin

    Christy Yin 

    Educator, Performing Arts
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