Walking into the basement of the Hess Center for the Arts, one often hears the faint murmur of a harmonious piano melody, the lilting, lyrical notes of a singer, or perhaps the vibrant solo of a flutist. For the student artists at Deerfield who play…
Though it may appear to be a normal living room, the ominous cage of snakes on the table and the questionable decorations on the bookshelves push the audience to the edge of their seats. The distinguishable sounds of a typewriter clacking lead into Mim Pomerantz…
The Deerfield dance program will present The Nutcracker, a world renowned ballet and cherished annual tradition at Deerfield, this coming December. The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, a young girl who receives a nutcracker as a Christmas present. In a fantastical twist, the nutcracker…
Art has been influential presence in the life of Deerfield artist Sofia Novak ’18 since she could hold a paintbrush. Novak explained, “My family and I often joke that I held my first ‘exhibition’ when I was two and covered the wall of my house…
The Reed family Student Art Gallery on the first floor of the Hess Center opened on October 8th in the hopes of promoting the arts program. Ms. Permelia Pryor Reed specifically gave this space in memory of her husband, Mr. Joseph Verner Reed and in…
The Deerfield arts program has inspired many students to explore new genres of art. Despite beginning as complete novices, many students progress to and beyond AP-level courses. These students have demonstrated a natural ability in art forms and have been able to flourish in Deerfield’s…
Besides assigning homework, coaching athletic teams, and providing late-night feeds, several faculty members also possess musical and artistic talents. Though she works in the admissions office, Ms. Allison DiNardo has had experience in the arts. “I explored both visual and performing arts in college and…
The magician behind many of Deerfield’s dances, Peter Pulai ’18 has been DJing for three years. He has DJed for Choate Day, Disco, lock-ins, and opened for the Lost Kings concert last year. Pulai explained why he loves DJing: “I like to make people happy.”…
Every year, winter and spring Koch Friday Concerts (KFC) invite Deerfield students to showcase their hidden talents, sing along with friends, and enjoy music-filled Saturday nights. After discovering the potential for a student-run show, Visual and Performing Arts Teacher Mr. David Dickinson founded KFC in…
In the past, the spring play has often consisted of a collection of one-acts, and is frequently an opportunity for veteran actors and newcomers alike to explore new genres and techniques. This year, the theater program is providing students with a unique opportunity — a…
