Arts

The Arts

In Newman Arts, we believe that cultivating the creative potential of each student is essential to the development of both mind and body.
  • Performing Arts Performing Arts
    Performing arts at Newman encompass the study of theater, music , dance, and technical production.
  • Music Music
    Our music program includes choral, band, and general music classes.
  • Visual Arts Visual Arts
    Newman’s visual arts program includes AP Studio Art, Ceramics, Drawing, Film Production, Painting, Photography, Photojournalism, Printmaking, and New Media Arts.

Our Philosophy

  • Appreciate

    Understanding and appreciating the arts is essential to the development of the whole child.

  • Encourage

    We believe that every student is an artist and our mission is to nurture the artist within each student.

  • Explore

    We explore the technique and purpose behind our creations, but we also build arts literacy and knowledge of art’s history.

  • Expose

    We look to artists from the past to inform our current explorations.

  • Connect

    Newman students are encouraged to make connections between the arts and their own lives.

  • Experience

    Newman students develop a broad and deep understanding of the world around them, sharpen their creative thinking skills, and learn to appreciate art for its own sake.

List of 3 events.

  • Apr
    25

    LS/MS/US Choir Performance

    Take a trip around the world in songs from our Lower, Middle, and Upper School Choirs! With music in Chinese, Swedish, German, Italian, Hebrew, and Cajun French, the Choir will sing selections from around the globe – and around the corner.  
     
    Henson Auditorium
  • May
    1

    2024 Senior Art Show

    Please join us for a special evening honoring 13 of our senior art students. On Wednesday, May 1, Newman Arts is proud to present the creative work of the Class of 2024. The show will exhibit the depth and breadth of talent among this graduating class. On display will be paintings, drawings, printmaking,  ceramics, and more.
    Henson - Reynolds Ryan Gallery - RRGall
  • May
    1

    Spring Band Concert

    The Newman Concert Band will play a collection of classics and pop favorites. The concert will feature some exciting soloist and ensemble performances, as well as a nod to Hollywood blockbuster film scores, classic rock, and orchestral favorites! There will be something for every musical taste in this one-of-a-kind performance.
    Henson - Henson Auditorium - Henson
1903 Jefferson Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504.899.5641
Fax: 504.896.8597
Open 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday
An independent,
co-educational,
non-denominational day
school in New Orleans for
early childhood through 12th grade