the Arts

I will praise the name of God in song, and I will glorify him with thanksgiving. Psalm 69:31

Fine Arts Program

Our fine arts program is led by Miss Jennifer Erwin and provides opportunities for Seton students to discover and develop their talents in the arts and to learn and appreciate the beauty of music. Seton offers its students Art I, II, and III; Choir and Chamber Choir; Band – all levels; and Music Appreciation.

Fall Play

In the fall, students in all grades have the opportunity to participate in the fall play. This year, the Fall Play isn’t a play at all! In the Seton tradition of groundbreaking, innovative, and meaningful productions, this year we are creating a MOVIE! Our team of incredibly talented students and production staff will adapt Mr. Tim Heisler’s book “Calapanta” for the silver screen. Past fall plays include: Deadwood Dick or a Game of Gold, Taming of the Shrew, Cheaper by the Dozen, Belles on Their Toes, Life with Mother Superior, Harvey, Arsenic and Old Lace, A Brief History of the Old Testament in 20 Minutes, The Mouse that Roared, A Salute to William Goldman’s Princess Bride, Amadeus, Cyrano.

See the article in the Arlington Catholic Herald about Seton’s Fall Movie.

This year, the 2018 Fall Play isn’t a play at all! In the Seton tradition of groundbreaking, innovative, and meaningful productions, this year we are creating a MOVIE! Our team of incredibly talented students and production staff will adapt Mr. Tim Heisler’s book “Calapanta” for the silver screen.

See the article here.

Last Years Fall Play

“Stunning is the only word for the fall play production of Cyrano. From start to finish the audience was transported into 17^th century France and the haunting story of Cyrano’s self-sacrificing love. Absolutely everyone involved in this performance was superb: the production team and volunteers, the crew, the amazing Mr. Moore, and of course the wondrous cast. These young people spent long hours rehearsing and still kept up with their academic obligations. And then Saturday night and Sunday afternoon they gave us a miracle. In his End Notes, Mr. Moore said, “It is not hyperbole to say that you will leave the theater today changed for the better.” He was right. Many, many thanks to all of the Cyrano community for giving me a priceless memory that will last a long, long time.”

Mrs. Carroll

Director, Seton School

Spring Musical

Each Spring Seton puts on a major musical production. Students in all grades 7-12 participate. Past musical productions include: Fiddler on the Roof, Sound of Music, Hello Dolly, Oliver, Music Man, Wizard of Oz, 7 Brides for 7 Brothers, Meet Me in St. Louis, Annie Get Your Gun, Damn Yankees, Anything Goes, Bye Bye Birdie, My Fair Lady, Cinderella, Boomtown, Beauty & the Beast, King & I, Joseph & Technicolor Dreamcoat, Annie, Sound of Music, and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers!

Click here for the link to our 25 Years of Seton Musicals video.

Seton School Proudly Announces the Spring Musical for 2019…

Go to setonmuscial.com for the latest information about the spring musical.

Go to Seton Musical Website

Last Years Spring Musical

“What a wonderful, wonderful musical. It took my breath away. “Exuberant” is my favorite word to describe it. Congratulations to Mrs. M. Vander Woude and Mrs. E. Vander Woude and everyone else who played any part in this shining production.”

Mrs. Carroll

Director, Seton School

The Seton School Theatre Letter and Theatre Honors Pins Program

Seton School now offers Letters and Honors Pins in Theatre! This is great for your college resumée as well as a wonderful way to celebrate your participation in arts programs at our school. Students grades 9-12 are eligible for the program. All requirements must be fulfilled during your high school (9-12) years, and it is grandfathered to previous years if you are an upperclassman.

To earn a Letter in Theatre:

• The eligible student will actively participate in a meaningful way in two of Seton’s many theatrical programs: The Fall Play, the Improv Troupe, the Spring Musical and the Theatre Seminar.

• A “meaningful way” means that the student has shown a strong commitment to their role in the show… meaning, a lead, an ensemble cast member, a member of stage or tech crew, art crew, or assisting the production staff. Each applicant will be approved by the appropriate production’s adult lead to ensure they fulfilled their individual commitments (Mrs. Vander Woude for Spring Musical, Mr. Moore for Fall Play, Improv and Seminar, Mr. Mooney for Technical and Backstage).

To earn an Honors Pin:

• An Honors Pin in Theatre is earned with the successful completion of two additional theatrical productions (as described above).

• To apply, the student will follow the same method as per the Theatrical Letter.

To Apply:

• It is incumbent on the student to apply for these honors. Send an email to honors@setontheatre.com to apply. In this email, list your name, grade, productions you have been a part of at Seton and what your role was.

Students may apply and receive honors at any point during the school year. However, to be recognized at this year’s Theatrical and Fine Arts Awards Night on May 19th, your email will need to be sent no later than Monday, May 8.