Theatre
The Wiz is an adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and follows the story of Dorothy, who is suddenly transported to the Land of Oz. With the help of newfound friends like the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion, Dorothy embarks on a journey to find the powerful Wiz and seek her way back home. Filled with a blend of soul, gospel, and disco music, The Wiz offers an energetic retelling of a beloved classic.
PERFORMANCE DATES :
April 24th @ 7pm , April 25th @ 7pm
April 26th @ 12pm & 5pm
Presented through special arrangement with Young Performer Studio (YPS).
Adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz authorized and provided by (YPS)
Middle School Students — 6th-8th grade
High School Students — 9th-12th grade
- Students may choose to take theatre as an elective course each year. Theatre classes go into more depth on different acting styles, playwriting, directing and design. Theatre students also produce a One Act Festival each winter to satisfy a performance requirement.
- Students in grades 7-12 have the option of auditioning for and performing in a fall musical production and/or spring play as extracurricular activities. Past offerings have spanned a variety of genres, including classic Broadway musicals, modern comedies, Shakespeare and more. Students are exposed to all aspects of a fully realized production and get to work and learn alongside talented professionals who have broad experience in the greater Houston theatre community.
- High school students who meet the requirements are eligible for induction into the International Thespian Society.
Explore WCS Fine Arts
Art
Students work with clay, ganache, acrylics, pastels and more to delver deeper into the principals of art. Students compete in the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the Bayou City Art Festival, Junior VASE (Visual Arts Scholastic Event) and more.
Band
The WCS band program focuses on the development of the individual student musician in preparation for band participation and beyond. Students will learn basic music reading, instrument technique and ensemble skills required for successful band participation.
Music
Lower school students meet twice a week to learn music principles and explore vocal and instrumental music through a variety of methods.