HWRHS presents Working - November 14, 15 & 16

Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School presents Working The students of HWRHS will be performing the newly adapted musical Working based on the book by Pulitzer Prize Winning author Studs Terkel.  Called “A Chorus Line for the working man." Working explores an American workday through the eyes of 26 people from all walks of life as they sing and talk about their jobs, their regrets and their aspirations.  This genuinely funny and at times touching musical features songs from     all-star composers such as James Taylor, and was adapted for the stage by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Godspell).   Tickets prices are $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors payable by cash or check at the door.  For your convenience, advance tickets are available to purchase and print at home via http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/902365.  On Facebook and want to help spread the word?  Join the Working Facebook page and invite all your friends  https://www.facebook.com/events/584858358286872/ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming.  Working Friday, November 14,  8:00pm Saturday, November 15, 8:00pm Sunday, November 16, 2:00pm

Still Life Drawings by Drawing and Painting Students

K-12 Visual Art Teachers Exhibit Their Work at Cutler Gallery

Art Work by Hamilton Wenham Regional Schools Visual Art Teachers is on exhibit at the Cutler School Lobby Art Gallery during September and October.  The gallery, located on Asbury Street in Hamilton is open during School Hours.
  
Featured are paintings, drawings,  and photography  by elementary art teachers Jean Bailey and Jacqueline Johnson; middle school art teacher, Sheila Boss Concannon; and high school art teachers, Courtney Cooney, Kirsten Losee, and Olivia Pierson.

Fine Arts Department Events Dates MS/HS 2014-2015

Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District MS/HS

Fine Arts Department Events 2014-2015

* please note all dates and times are subject to change

• Working
• Fri,  11/14/14 at 8:00pm,  Ferrini Dramatics Center (FDC) 
• Sat, 11/15/14 at 8:00pm,  Ferrini Dramatics Center (FDC) 
• Sun,11/16/14 at 2:00pm,  Ferrini Dramatics Center (FDC)
• Harvest Concert and Auction, Thurs, 11/25/14 at 6:30pm, High School Cafe
• Miles River Middle School Winter Concert, Wed, 12/10/14 at 7:00pm, FDC
• HWRHS Winter Concert, Wed, 12/17/14  at 7:00pm, FDC
• Middle School Musical, January 15,16, 17, 2015 - times TBD
• In-C Concert, 1/28/15 at 7:00pm, FDC
• Hearts and Flowers Cabaret, Tue, 2/11/15 at 6:30pm, High School Cafe
• Theatre Workshop METG One-Act Festival, Prelims, 2/28 at HWRHS, FDC
• Choralfest, Tue, 3/10/15 at 7:00pm, Gordon College Chapel
• METG One-Act Festival, Semis, 3/14 @ TBD
• METG One-Act Festival, Finals, 3/26, 3/27,3/28, John Hancock Hall, Boston
• Prism Concert,  Wed, 4/1/15 at 7:00pm, FDC
• MRMS Arts Night, Wed, 4/15/15 from 6:00pm-7:30pm, Miles River MS
• A Capella Night,  Fri, 5/1/15 at 7:00pm, FDC
• Senior Art Show Reception, Wed, 5/13/15, 6:00pm-7:00pm, Arts Wing HS
• HWRHS Spring Concert, Wed, 5/13/15 at 7:00pm, FDC
• Miles River Middle Spring Concert,  Wed, 5/20/15 at 7:00pm FDC
• 20th Annual Melody Miles Road Race, Sat, 5/23/15, 10:00am, Winthrop School 

Miles River Middle School Spring Concert

Middle School Spring Concert, 7:00 p.m., Ferrini Dramatics Center

The Fine Arts Department of Miles River Middle School will present the annual Spring Concert on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ferrini Dramatics Center. The Spring Concert is free and open to all members of the community. Performances will include a variety of music from both the middle school band and chorus. Please join us for a lively evening of music led by Director of Bands, Erik Fecke and Choral Conductor, Abby Frost. The student performers have been preparing for the concert for several months and are eager to share their music with you! 

19th Annual Melody Miles Road Race Saturday, May 24th

Pre-register at www.melodymiles.orgRace Day Registration - 9:00am5K and 5-mile Races - 10:00amFun Run - 10:45am

Next Saturday, May 24th our 5K and 5-Mile races begin at 10:00 AM at Winthrop Elementary School winding through the streets of Hamilton and Wenham and as always featuring student singers and instrumentalists at the starting line and along the Melody Miles course. Walkers are also welcome, plus there is an all-ages Fun Run at 10:45 AM.

Advance registration is available online at www.melodymiles.org for $20.  Race day registration begins at 9:00 AM for $25. Be one of the first 200 runners to register and receive a free Melody Miles t-shirt! 

Melody Miles raises money to support arts education throughout the Hamilton-Wenham Public School District, including funding of instrument lessons, arts-related programs and field trips, as well as the purchase of instruments and other supplies.

Prizes will be awarded in eight categories for both the 5K and 5-Mile races, and the first walker to cross the finish line will receive the "Gina Bowler Walker Award."  Prizes will be awarded while runners and walkers enjoy free refreshments and music at the Winthrop School following the races.

For more information please visit our website at www.melodymiles.org or email us at info@hwfota.org. Don't miss this beloved community event!

Senior Showcase and HS Spring Concert

Senior Showcase Closing Reception, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Visual Arts Wing, HS

The Visual Arts Department is proud to announce that the work of student artists from the class of 2014 will be on display at this year’s Senior Showcase. The Senior Showcase reception will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the visual arts wing and light refreshments will be served. The high school spring concert immediately follows this reception.  

High School Spring Concert, 7:00 p.m., Ferrini Dramatics Center

The Music Department of Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School will present the annual Spring Concert May 14, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ferrini Dramatics Center at the Regional. The Spring Concert is free and open to all members of the community. The program will include a wide variety of pieces to be performed by the Concert Band, Jazz Band, Concert Choir, and Harmony. Please join us for an exciting evening of music led by Choral Conductor, Abby Frost and Director of Bands, Erik Fecke. The student performers have been preparing for the concert for several months and are eager to share their music with you!