The Fine Arts Department is excited to announce that the Arts are Back! We have an exciting line up for our theatrical productions and for the Janet Flanner Visiting Artist Series. In addition, all enrichment opportunities such as Private Lessons, After-School Dance, Music Readiness and Young Strings will resume this year.

An important component of the Fine and Performing Arts Department at Park Tudor School is our private music and dance study program.  It allows students to study with a private teacher here on campus. Lessons are scheduled both during the school day and after school. 

Registration for all Fine Arts enrichment classes will be sent out in a separate communication at the start of school, so please know there will be many exciting offerings to choose from as you explore enrichment opportunities.

Parents in all Divisions are welcome and encouraged to get involved in the Park Tudor Arts Guild, to support the Arts at PT! Information for a call out meeting and volunteer opportunities will be coming soon from your PTAG Co-Chairs: Jessie Friskney and Wendy Keller.

Private Music Lessons (Grades 1-12)
We offer 30, 40, 45, and 60 minute private vocal and instrumental music lessons at all age levels (dependent upon instrument and appropriate age to begin study). Lesson length is determined by the private teacher according to what is appropriate for each student and in agreement with the student’s parents. Lessons are generally scheduled during free periods, PE, recess or after school.

Vocal & Instrumental Lesson fees:

• 30 minute lesson: $30.00
• 40 minute lesson: $37.00
• 45 minute lesson: $40.00
• 60 minute lesson: $53.00

Additional annual fees: 

• Registration fee:  $30
• Recital fee:  $27.00 for pianists
• Recital/accompanist fee:  $37.00 for vocalists and instrumentalists

Private Dance Lessons (Grades 7-12)
We offer 45 and 60 minute private dance lessons.  Lesson length is determined by the private teacher according to what is appropriate for each student and in agreement with the student’s parents. Lessons are generally scheduled during free periods, PE, recess or after school.

Lessons will be available in ballet, tap, and jazz/musical theatre; in addition, there will be group lessons available after school in ballet, tap, jazz/musical theatre and hip-hop.

Dance Lesson fees:

• 45 minute lesson: $40.00
• 60 minute lesson: $53.00

Group Lesson fees: 

• $11/hr. with 8 or more students    
• $16/hr. with a minimum of 5 students
• $18/hr. with a minimum of 3 students

    
Additional annual fees: 

• Registration fee:  $30

After-School Dance (JK-6)
We offer 30 and 45 minute after school dance classes from JK-grade 6! From Ballet to Hip-Hop there will be a variety of classes offered throughout the week here at the school for your convenience. For those who have enjoyed this program over the years there will be some exciting new offerings, so stay tuned for details to come!

Lessons generally start at the end of August/ beginning of September. Lessons are billed by semester, with registration and fee structure coming soon.

The Early Childhood Music Readiness Program (JK2 and SK)
The Music Readiness Program engages a child’s love for imaginative play and natural curiosity for music to create an environment where those special childlike qualities can develop into a real love for music making. Children will get to explore simple percussion instruments (rhythm sticks, shakers, bells, glockenspiels, etc.) while creating rhythms and incorporating movement to feel the beat. We will also learn to recognize pitch and dynamic changes, and begin learning about important composers, music genres and basic music notation. 

Lessons begin in September of the school year and are scheduled during the day, once each week for a 30 minute lesson. There are no fees for the course, however class sizes are limited and registration is on a first come, first serve basis. 

Young Strings Program (Grades 1-4) 
The Young String Program offers children musical instruction on violin and cello in small group classes and is designed as a supplement to the activities of children who are strongly drawn toward music in their early years. Students will learn to read music as they enhance their skills of coordination, discipline, and diligence which are fundamental to playing a stringed instrument. Inherent to this program is an emphasis on chamber music that nurtures the fun and enjoyment of making music with friends! 

Lessons will begin in September and are scheduled during the day during PE and recess when possible. Lessons are 30 minutes and meet two times each week.

Young Strings Program fee is $80 per month and will be billed to the student account. 
Instruments may be purchased or rented from a music store. 
Music books and supplemental material are provided. 

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2021-2022 Fine Arts Performance Series 

Upper School Fall Play 
She Kills Monsters Young Adventurers

• November 5-7, 2021
• A drama-comedy play by Qui Nguyen, that debuted in 2011, tells the story of high schooler Agnes Evans as she deals with the death of her younger sister, Tilly. When Agnes stumbles upon Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.

US Student-Led Play
Lady Disdain

• January 12-13, 2022
• Set in Morningside Heights, New York, in 1999, Lady Disdain is a modern re-telling of William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. From miscommunication and hatred comes love. Written by Stella Friskney (‘22) and co-directed by Stella Friskney and Vivian Keller (‘23).

US Spring Concert 
THE PALLADIUM

• April 21, 2022
• Park Tudor’s Upper School Band, Orchestra and Choral Ensembles will perform on the main stage at The Palladium at the Carmel Performing Arts Center.

Middle School Spring Musical 
Disney's Moana JR.

• April 29, 30, and May 1, 2022
• Disney’s Moana JR. is a musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage.
  
  This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.
  
  Celebrating the rich history of Oceania and based on the beliefs and cultures of the people of the Pacific Islands, Moana was developed in collaboration with an Oceanic Trust – a group of anthropologists, cultural practitioners, historians, linguists, and choreographers from the Pacific Islands. The same respect and attention to detail used to develop the film was carried forward in the creation of this stage adaptation.

Dinner Theatre 
THE CABARET

• April 28, 2022
• The annual fundraiser for the Park Tudor Fine Arts program will return to stage at The Cabaret in downtown Indianapolis!

Upper School Spring Musical 
Matilda The Musical

• March 4-7, 2022
• Inspired by the genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With a book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.
  
  Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Over the course of her first term at school, Matilda and Miss Honey have a profound effect on each other's lives, as Miss Honey begins not only to recognize but also appreciate Matilda's extraordinary personality. Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace!
  
  Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.

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