The Fine Arts Department seeks to help students find their strengths and foster all students’ creative and artistic instincts in four curricular departments: Visual Arts, Music, Speech/Drama, and Media Arts. The Fine Arts offers an array of co-curricular and extra-curricular programming through workshops, masterclasses, rehearsals, and performances. Each student has the unique opportunity to develop creativity, demonstrate purpose, find their sense of belonging, and execute their dedication to the arts.
DREAM • INSPIRE • CREATE
JOIN US FOR THE FOLLOWING UPCOMING PERFORMANCES!
Join us for our upcoming performances!
Thank you to our Patrons of the Arts Donors!!
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Patrons of The Arts
Click HERE for the Patrons of The Arts membership form
“Arts education is critical for helping students develop creativity, critical thinking
and problem-solving abilities.”
Click on the links below to access the various scholarship applications.
The Thespian Troupe, Art/Photo Club, MSHS Stage & Screen Booster Organization, Music Booster Organization, and the Kalo Foundation raise funds throughout the year to provide scholarships to students. All applications should be submitted online by the requested deadline. Pay close attention to deadline announcements.
Late applications cannot be accepted.
Fine and Performing Arts Department Chair
Dr. Teralyn Keith
847-692-8239
Department Administrative Assistant
Carol Albanese
847-692-8240
Faculty Members
Music |
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| Name | Courses | Extra-Curriculars, Clubs and Links |
| Department Chair Dr. Teralyn Keith 847-692-8239 ![]() |
Music Theory 1, Advanced Music Theory, AP Music Theory | Maine South Fine Arts Web Page |
| Matthew Hanes
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Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, Piano 1, Piano 2 | @msouthchoir105
Decibelles, Hawk-A-Pella, Vocal Jazz |
| David Hutter
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Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Techniques |
Musical Pit Orchestra |
| Christopher Buti
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Jazz Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble | Jazz Band 1 and 2 |
| Leo Park
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String Orchestra, Philharmonic Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, Guitar & Ukulele 1, Guitar & Ukulele 2, Intro to Music Production | Hawk Music Collective, V-Show Stage Band, Chamber Strings, Tri-M |
Speech & Drama |
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| Name | Courses | Extra-Curriculars, Clubs, and Links |
| Jon Luke Lassa
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Technical Theatre | Technical Theatre Guild, Stage Crew |
| Joseph Fitzpatrick
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Drama 1, Drama 2, Drama 3, Drama 4, Speech 103 Dual Credit |
MSHS Drama Web Page
Drama Instagram: @pacting101 Fall Play, V-Show, Spring Musical, International Thespian Society |
| David Harmon
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Speech 103 Dual Credit | |
Media Arts |
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| Name | Courses | Extra-Curriculars, Clubs, and Links |
| Mason Strom
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TV & Radio Production, Visual Effects & Motion Graphics, Advanced TV/Film Production 1, 2, 3 | MSHS WMTH Web Page
https://publicfiles.fcc.gov/fm-profile/WMTH WMTH Instagram @wmthsouth WMTH Radio, WMTH TV, Trunk |
Visual Arts |
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| Name | Courses | Extra-Curriculars, Clubs, and Links |
| Megan Kelly
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Ceramics & Design 1, Art 2, Photo 2 Accel (Dual Credit), Photo 3 Accel (Dual Credit), AP 2D Design, AP 2D Design-Photo | Art Club, National Art Honor Society |
| Sydney Walters
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Photo 1, Ceramics & Design 2, Adv. Ceramics and Design, AP 3D Design | Photo Club, Ceramics Club |
| Greg Regalado
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Art Studio 1, Digital Art 1, Digital Art 2, Advanced Digital Art, Art 3, AP Drawing, AP 2D Design | www.gregoryregalado.com |
| Julie Potratz
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Ceramics & Design 1 | |
| Nikki Merchut
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Maine South Orchesis | MSHS Orchesis Web Page
Orchesis |
Please contact the Fine Arts office with questions regarding upcoming events: 847-692-8240
Enjoy our 2026-2027 Performances, Shows, Exhibitions, and Events!
July – 2026 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Band Camp | July 30, 2026 | 12:00 – 9:00 PM | PA wing and outdoor spaces | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Band Camp | July 31, 2026 | 5:00 – 9:00 PM | PA wing and outdoor spaces | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
August – 2026 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Band Camp | Aug 3 – 6, 2026 | 5:00 – 9:00 PM | PA wing and outdoor spaces | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Band Camp Rehearsal | August 7, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:30 PM | PA wing and outdoor spaces, Stadium | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Friends and Family Night | Aug 7, 2026 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Stadium and Caf | performance | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Marching Band Rehearsals | All Wednesdays Aug 12, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026 |
6:00 – 8:00 PM | Practice Field/Stadium | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Orchesis Rehearsals start | All Tues/Th Aug 11 – Dec 4, 2026 |
3:30 – 8:30 PM | Dance Room*/Adv. Room 1 | rehearsal | Nikki Merchut |
| V-Show Aud. Announcements | August 17, 2026 | Day | Building | announcement | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Vocal Jazz Auditions | Aug 19, 2026 | 3:30 PM | PA 11 | audition | Matthew Hanes |
| Fall Play Interest Meeting | Aug 20, 2026 | 3:30 – 4:30 PM | Auditorium | meeting | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| MS Stage & Screen Booster/Thespian Meet and Greet | Aug 20, 2026 | 4:30 – 5:30 PM | AUD Porch | meeting | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| MSHS Stage & Screen Booster Meeting | Aug 20, 2026 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM | PA 11 | meeting | Teralyn Keith |
| Vocal Jazz Callbacks | Aug 21, 2026 | 3:30 PM | PA 11 | audition | Matthew Hanes |
| V-Show Aud. Announcements | August 24, 2026 | Day | Building | announcement | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Hawkapella Auditions | Aug 24, 2026 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM | PA 11 | audition | Matthew Hanes |
| Orchestra Meet and Greet | Aug 27, 2026 | 5:30 – 6:30 PM | AUD Porch | meeting | Leo Park |
| Music Booster Meeting | Aug 27, 2026 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM | PA 11 | meeting | Teralyn Keith |
| Home Football Game | Aug 28, 2026 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM | Stadium | athletic event | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| V-Show Interest Meeting | Aug 31, 2026 | 3:30 – 4:00 PM | Aud | meeting | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Hawkapella Rehearsals start | All Mondays Aug 31, 2026 – May 8, 2027 |
6:30 – 8:30 PM | PA 11 | rehearsal | Matthew Hanes |
September – 2026 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Fall Play Auditions | Sept 1, 2026 | 3:30 – 6:30 PM | PA 5 | audition | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Fall Play Callbacks | Sept 2, 2026 | 3:30 – 6:30 PM | PA 5 | audition | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Fall Play Rehearsals start | Weekly Mon – Fri Sept 3, 2026 – until Tech |
3:30 – 6:00 PM | PA 5 | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Home Football Game (8th Grade Night) | Sept 4, 2026 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM | Stadium | athletic event | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Stage Band/Jazz Band Auditions | Sept 8-9, 2026 | 3:30 PM | PA 16 | audition | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti/Leo Park |
| Trunk Auditions | Sept 8, 2026 | 3:30 – 6:00 PM | PA07C | audition | Mason Strom |
| Jazz Band Rehearsals | Even mornings Sept 9, 2026 – April 30, 2027 |
7:20 – 8:10 AM | PA 16 | rehearsal | Chris Buti |
| Trunk Rehearsals | Mondays & Wednesdays Sept 9, 2026 – Tech |
3:30 – 6:00 PM | PA07C | rehearsal | Mason Strom |
| V-Show Auditions | Sept 13, 2026 | 12:00 – 5:00 PM | PA 5 | audition | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| ILMEA Nominations Due | Sept 16, 2026 | All Day | Virtual | audition | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti/Matthew Hanes/Leo Park |
| Vocal Jazz Academy | Sept 19, 2026 | All Day | Niles North | rehearsal | Matthew Hanes |
| Homecoming Parade | Sept 19, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Community | performance | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| V-Show Rehearsals begin | Sept 21, 2026 | 3:30 – 6:30 PM (as assigned) | PA wing | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Music Booster Meeting | Sept 21, 2026 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | PA 11 | meeting | Teralyn Keith |
| Home Football Game (Homecoming) | Sept 25, 2026 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM | Stadium | athletic event | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| ILMEA Recordings Due | Sept, 30, 2026 | All Day | Virtual | audition | Hutter/Park/Hanes/Buti |
October – 2026 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| V-Show Stage Band rehearsals begin | Oct 5, 2026 | 3:30 – 5:30 PM | PA20 | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| Stage & Screen Booster Meeting | Oct 5, 2026 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | PA 11 | meeting | Teralyn Keith |
| Band Spectacular | Oct 8, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Spec Gym | performance | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Home Football Game (Senior Night) | Oct 9, 2026 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM | Stadium | athletic event | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Fall Play Tech | Oct 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Fall Play Tech | Oct 12, 2026 | 3:30 – 8:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Fall Play Dress rehearsal | Oct 13, 2026 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Fall Play Dress rehearsal | Oct 14, 2026 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Fall Play Performance | Oct 15, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Fall Play Performance | Oct 16, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Fall Play Performance | Oct 17, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Fall Play strike | Oct 19, 2026 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Jon Luke Lassa |
| Winter Play interest meeting | Oct 20, 2026 | 3:30-4:30 PM | Aud | meeting | Samantha Kaufman |
| V-Show Crew starts | Oct 22, 2026 Daily through performances |
3:30 – 5:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Jon Luke Lassa |
| HS/8th Grade Orchestra Social | Oct 23, 2026 | 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. | PA 20 | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| V-Show Stage Band rehearsal | Oct 26, 2026 | 3:30 – 5:30 PM | PA20 | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| Winter Play auditions | Oct 27, 2026 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | PA 5 | auditions | Samantha Kaufman |
| Orchestra concert rehearsals | Oct 28, 2026 | Class periods | Aud | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| Winter Play callbacks | Oct 28, 2026 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | PA 5 | auditions | Samantha Kaufman |
| Orchestra concert rehearsals | Oct 29, 2026 | Class periods | Aud | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| V-Show Stage Band rehearsal | Oct 29, 2026 | 3:30 – 5:30 PM | PA20 | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| Fall Orchestra Concert | Oct 29, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Leo Park |
November – 2026 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Choir Concert Rehearsals | Nov 2, 2026 | Class periods | Aud | rehearsal | Matthew Hanes |
| Choir Concert Rehearsals | Nov 4, 2026 | Class periods | Aud | rehearsal | Matthew Hanes |
| Band Joint rehearsal | Nov 4, 2026 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM | PA 16 | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Choir Concert Rehearsals w/D64 | Nov 5, 2026 | Class periods | Aud | rehearsal | Matthew Hanes |
| Choir concert w/D64 (207/64 Choir Festival) | Nov 5, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Matthew Hanes |
| ILMEA District Senior Festival | Nov 7, 2026 | All Day | NTHS | performance | Hutter/Park/Hanes |
| Band Concert Rehearsals | Nov 10, 2026 | Class Periods | Aud | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Band Concert Rehearsals | Nov 11, 2026 | Class Periods | Aud | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Veterans Day Concert | Nov 11, 2026 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | Aud | performance | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Iannelli Elite Art Show | Nov 12, 2026 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Iannelli Studios Park Ridge | exhibition | Walters/Kelly/Miklosz |
| V-Show tech | Nov 16, 2026 | 3:30 – 9:00 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| V-Show tech | Nov 17, 2026 | 3:30 – 9:00 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| V-Show dress rehearsal | Nov 18, 2026 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| V-Show dress rehearsal | Nov 19, 2026 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| V-Show Performance | Nov 20, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM? | Aud | performance | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| ILMEA Jazz Festival | Nov 21, 2026 | All Day | Libertyville HS | performance | Hutter/Buti/Hanes |
| V-Show Performance | Nov 21, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Winter Play Rehearsals begin | Nov 23, 2026 | Daily 3:30 – 6:00 PM | PA 5/Aud | rehearsal | Samantha Kaufman |
| V-Show strike | Nov 23, 2026 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Jon Luke Lassa |
December – 2026 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Orchesis Show Tech | Dec 7 – 10, 2026 | 3:30 – 8:00 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Nikki Merchut |
| Tri-M Music Showcase | Dec 9, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:30 PM | Library | performance | Leo Park |
| Maine South Arts Week | Dec 7 – 11, 2026 | All Week | Building | event | All FA Faculty |
| Art Exhibition and Adjudication: 4×5 Show | Dec 7 – 11, 2026 | All Day | Commons | exhibit | Walters/Kelly/Miklosz |
| Art Exhibition and Adjudication: 4×5 Show Reception | Dec 10, 2026 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Commons | exhibit | Walters/Kelly/Miklosz |
| Orchesis Show | Dec 11, 2026 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Nikki Merchut |
| Orchesis Show | Dec 12, 2026 | 3:00- 5:00 PM | Aud | performance | Nikki Merchut |
| Orchestra Chamber Music Concert | Dec 15, 2026 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM | Library | performance | Leo Park |
| Musical Interest Mtg & Workshop | Dec 16, 2026 | 3:15 – 5:45 PM | PA 5, PA 11, PA 20 | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
January – 2027 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Illinois HS Theatrefest (ITF) | Jan 7-9, 2027 | All Day | ISU | trip | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Lincoln Orchestra Progress Concert | Jan 11, 2027 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | Gym | performance | Leo Park |
| Musical Auditions | Jan 12, 2027 | 3:30 – 9:00 PM | PA 5 | auditions | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Emerson Orchestra Progress Concert | Jan 12, 2027 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | Gym | performance | Leo Park |
| Musical Callbacks | Jan 13, 2027 | 3:30 – 9:00 PM | PA 5 | auditions | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Musical Casting Meeting | Jan 14, 2027 | 3:30 – 6:00 PM | FA Office | meeting | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| MSHS Stage & Screen Booster Meeting | Jan 19, 2027 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | PA 11 | meeting | Teralyn Keith |
| Buffalo Grove Jazz Fest | Jan 23, 2027 | TBD | BGHS | performance | Buti/Hutter |
| Band Rehearse-a-thon | Jan 25, 2027 | 6:00 – 9:00 PM | PA 11, PA 16, PA 20 | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| ILMEA All-State IMEC | Jan 27 – 30, 2027 | All Day | Peoria | performance | Hutter, Park, Hanes, Buti |
| Winter play tech | Jan 30, 2027 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Samantha Kaufman |
February – 2027 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Winter play tech | Feb 1, 2027 | 3:30 – 8:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Samantha Kaufman |
| Winter play dress rehearsal | Feb 2, 2027 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Samantha Kaufman |
| Winter play dress rehearsal | Feb 3, 2027 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Samantha Kaufman |
| Winter Play Performance | Feb 4, 2027 | 7:00 – 9:30 PM | Aud | performance | Samantha Kaufman |
| Winter Play Performance | Feb 5, 2027 | 7:00 – 9:30 PM | Aud | performance | Samantha Kaufman |
| Winter Play Performance | Feb 6, 2027 | 7:00 – 9:30 PM | Aud | performance | Samantha Kaufman |
| Winter play strike | Feb 8, 2027 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Jon Luke Lassa |
| Music Booster Meeting | Feb 8, 2027 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | PA 11 | meeting | Teralyn Keith |
| Musical Rehearsals start | Feb 9, 2027 | Daily 3:30 – 6:00 PM | PA 5/Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Batavia Band Festival | Feb 13, 2027 | TBD | Batavia | performance | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Band Joint rehearsal | Feb 16, 2027 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM | PA 16 | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Orchestra Concert Rehearsals | Feb 17, 2027 | All Day | Aud | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| Orchestra Concert Rehearsals | Feb 18, 2027 | All Day | Aud | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| Winter Orchestra Concert | Feb 18, 2027 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Leo Park |
| Drama Showcase Tech | Feb 22, 2027 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Drama Showcase Performance | Feb 23, 2027 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Band Concert Rehearsals | Feb 24, 2027 | All Day | Aud | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Band Concert Rehearsals | Feb 25, 2027 | All Day | Aud | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Winter Band Concert | Feb 25, 2027 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
March – 2027 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Emerson Band Progress Concert | Mar 2, 2027 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | Aud | performance | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Lincoln Band Progress Concert | Mar 3, 2027 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | Aud | performance | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Choir Trip – New York | Mar 4 – 7, 2027 | All Day | New York | trip | Matthew Hanes |
| ACDA Nationals | Mar 7 – 10, 2027 | All day | Minneapolis, MN | trip | Matthew Hanes |
| MSHS Stage & Screen Booster Meeting | Mar 8, 2027 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | PA 11 | meeting | Teralyn Keith |
| Mundelein Jazz Festival | Mar 13, 2027 | All Day | Mundelein | performance | Chris Buti |
| All Music Solo & Ensemble Night | Mar 16, 2027 | 4:00 – 9:00 PM | All PA rooms/Adv. Rooms/Library | performance | Hanes/Hutter/Buti/Park |
| D207 Choir Festival | Mar 17, 2027 | 7:00 PM | Maine East Auditorium | performance | Hanes/Herrera/Lee |
| Music Booster Meeting | Mar 29, 2027 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM | PA 11 | meeting | Teralyn Keith |
April – 2027 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Orchestra Orlando Trip | April 1-4, 2027 | All day | Orlando | trip | Leo Park |
| CSL Drop off | April 5, 2027 | AM | The Art Center – Highland Park | exhibit | Miklosz/Walters/Kelly |
| AP Art Show | Apr 7, 2027 | 7:30 – 8:30 AM | Library | exhibit | Walters/Kelly/Miklosz |
| Musical crew paper tech | April 8, 2027 | 3:30 – 9:00 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Musical tech | April 9, 2027 | 3:30 – 9:00 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| CSL Exhibit Opens | April 9 – 17, 2027 | All Day | The Art Center – Highland Park | exhibit | Miklosz/Walters/Kelly |
| Chicagoland Band Invitational | April 10, 2027 | All Day | Hersey High School | performance | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Musical tech | April 10, 2027 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Musical tech | April 12, 2027 | 3:30 – 9:00 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Musical Dress Rehearsal | April 13, 2027 | 4:00 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Musical Dress Rehearsal | April 14, 2027 | 4:00 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| D64 Jazz Festival | April 14, 2027 | 7:00 PM | Emerson MS | performance | Buti |
| CSL Show Opening Reception | April 15, 2027 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM | The Art Center – Highland Park | exhibit | Miklosz/Walters/Kelly |
| Musical Senior Citizen Preview | Apr 15, 2027 | 4:00 – 7:00 PM | Aud | performance | J. Fitzpatrick/ T. Keith |
| Musical Performance | Apr 16, 2027 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM | Aud | performance | J. Fitzpatrick/ T. Keith |
| Musical Performance | Apr 17, 2027 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM | Aud | performance | J. Fitzpatrick/ T. Keith |
| Musical Performance | Apr 18, 2027 | 2:00 – 5:00 PM | Aud | performance | J. Fitzpatrick/ T. Keith |
| CSL Pick up | April 19, 2027 | AM | The Art Center – Highland Park | exhibit | Miklosz/Walters/Kelly |
| Musical 8th Grade Performance | Apr 20, 2027 | 9:00 AM – 1:45 PM | Aud | performance | J. Fitzpatrick/ T. Keith |
| Musical Understudy Cabaret | Apr 22, 2027 | 5:00 – 6:30 PM | Aud | performance | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Musical Performance | Apr 23, 2027 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM | Aud | performance | J. Fitzpatrick/ T. Keith |
| Musical Performance | Apr 24, 2027 | 7:00 – 10:00 PM | Aud | performance | J. Fitzpatrick/ T. Keith |
| Musical Cast Party | Apr 24, 2027 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM | Cafeteria | performance | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Musical Strike | Apr 26, 2027 | 3:30 – 7:30 PM | Aud | rehearsal | Jon Luke Lassa |
| Band Joint rehearsal | Apr 27, 2027 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM | PA 16 | rehearsal | Dave Hutter/Chris Buti |
| Tri-M Music Showcase | April 28, 2027 | 5:00 – 6:30 PM | Library | performance | Leo Park |
| MMEA Film/Video Field Trip | April 30, 2027 | 8:00 – 3:00 PM | Neuqua Valley High School | competition | Mason Strom |
May – 2027 |
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Event |
Date |
Start-End Time |
Location |
Description |
Contact Person |
| Band Concert Rehearsals | May 3, 2027 | All Day | Aud | rehearsal | Hutter/Buti |
| Band Concert Rehearsals | May 4, 2027 | All Day | Aud | rehearsal | Hutter/Buti |
| Band Awards Concert | May 4, 2027 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Hutter/Buti |
| Orchestra Concert Rehearsals | May 5, 2027 | All Day | Aud | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| Tri-M Induction | May 5, 2027 | 5:00 PM | Commons | ceremony | Leo Park |
| Orchestra Concert Rehearsals | May 6, 2027 | All Day | Aud | rehearsal | Leo Park |
| Visual Arts Showcase | May 6, 2027 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Commons | Exhibit | Walters/Kelly/Miklosz |
| Orchestra Awards Concert | May 6, 2027 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Leo Park |
| Superstate | May 8, 2027 | All Day | U of I | performance | Hutter/Buti |
| Choir Concert Rehearsals | May 10, 2027 | Class periods | Aud | rehearsal | Matthew Hanes |
| Choir Concert Rehearsals | May 11, 2027 | Class periods | Aud | rehearsal | Matthew Hanes |
| Choir Awards Concert | May 11, 2027 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Matthew Hanes |
| Film Fest | May 13, 2027 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Aud | performance | Mason Strom |
| Thespian Induction & Awards Night | May 17, 2027 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Aud | performance | Joey Fitzpatrick |
| Spring Training Band | May 20, 2027 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM | PA 16 | rehearsal | Hutter/Buti |
| Memorial Day Parade | May 31, 2027 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Park Ridge route | performance | Hutter/Buti |
| Art Auction Fundraiser | DATES? | All Day | Workroom | fundraiser | Walters/Kelly/Miklosz |
Patrons of The Arts
click HERE for the Patrons of “The Arts” membership form
“Arts education is critical for helping students develop creativity, critical thinking
and problem-solving abilities.”
MSHS Music Booster Organization
The Maine South Music Booster Organization is parent run and a wonderful way to support the music programs at Maine South. Through Boosters, the students in Orchestra, Choir, Band, Piano, and Guitar are eligible to apply for scholarships for private lessons, summer camps, and college. During the 2018-2019 school year, Boosters provided over 800 private music lessons, and awarded 7 summer camp scholarships and 16 senior scholarships.
Boosters also provide financial and hands-on help with concerts, equipment, guest musician clinics, travel experiences, snacks/meals, uniforms, etc., and respond to various requests from teachers throughout the year.
Please join The Maine South Music Booster Organization and consider volunteering to support the fantastic music programs at Maine South. Attend our quarterly meetings, follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MusicBoosters and check out our website at www.mainesouthmusicboosters.org to keep apprised of all the happenings and how you can be involved. We are recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization, so your membership and any contributions are tax deductible.
click HERE to go to the MSHS Music Booster web site
MSHS Stage and Screen Booster Organization
The mission of the Maine South Stage and Screen Boosters organization is to support the students participating in these three programs, both in the classroom and as extracurricular activities. Our primary focus is to raise funds and offer scholarships to graduating seniors. In the past three years we have distributed over $35,000 in scholarships. The S & S Boosters support and assist the faculty, the Fine Arts Administration, and the students involved in speech, drama and broadcasting.
The Drama Department produces a number of shows throughout the year. A large part of our fundraising is through raffles, concessions, and flower sales at these performances. TLC dinners are served during tech rehearsals to everyone involved with the production of the fall and winter plays and the musical. The Boosters also support drama at Maine South by hosting receptions during special performances and recognition ceremonies, and assisting the International Thespian Society Troupe with their fundraisers.
The Broadcasting program includes both radio and television experience for students. Funds donated to the Stage & Screen Boosters have enabled us to assist with updating broadcasting equipment, to host an end-of-the-year reception celebrating excellent work and festival awards, and to provide other support of these students’ activities.
Please consider joining MSHS Stage and Screen Boosters. As an added incentive, your membership will enable you to enjoy the benefit of purchasing pre-sale tickets to the Spring Musical. Our meetings are open to all members and are held five times a year. We can always use help with TLC dinners, concessions, and flower sales at performances and many of us really enjoy getting to know each other by working together in support of our children’s creative endeavors. Please join, even if you are not available to volunteer. Though most of our members are parents of current students, some S & S Boosters are alumni families or friends from the community who wish to support arts education at Maine South, and we are so grateful to them. We depend on and truly appreciate any donations of time and/or your financial support of the MS Stage and Screen Booster programs!
click HERE for a printable MSHS Stage and Screen Booster membership form.















