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  • “In July I will be presenting at the National Association of Teachers of Singing on finding commercial music 'dupes' based on the pedagogical tools of the 26 Italian Arias, in August I will be completing my post graduate certificate in Vocology from NYU, and I just completed my first year teaching at the Colburn School.”

    – Jessie Oliver (Music ‘99)

  • “After three years as a visiting assistant professor and a semester as artist in residency at Hampshire College, I spent this past spring at the Marine Biological Laboratory, in Woods Hole Massachusetts, teaching a course for University of Chicago’s Department of Visual Arts.”

    – Serena Himmelfarb (Media Arts ‘05)

  • “My son Rocco has just completed his first year at The Academy in the Dance Department, and is a recipient of the Young Men’s Dance Scholarship! We are so proud and thrilled to see Rocco thriving as a member of The Academy family.”

    – Rachel Sledd Iannatuoni (Theatre ‘89)

  • “We welcomed our daughter Cooper in August 2022, and our daughter Lucy in May 2024! I’m currently working as the Marketing & Communications Manager at a live event ticketing company called iTICKET.”

    – Aly Lubecker (Dance ‘08)

  • “This past summer I worked as a camp counselor at Harand Camp. I took a gap year after a year at Lawrence University, and started at the University of Illinois at Chicago this fall, pursuing a BFA in Acting.”

    – Elena “EQ” Quandt (Theatre ‘22)

  • “My management company is almost 6 years old. I’ve updated my websites for my art, photography, and performing: walttab.com, waltertab.com, waltertabayoyong.com.”

    – Walter Tabayoyong (Comparative Art ‘83)

  • “I was promoted to Soloist with The Dutch National Ballet in December 2022, and participated in The Concours de jeunes chorégraphes in Biarritz France in June 2024. Our choreography won two prizes!”

    – Joseph Massarelli (Dance ‘14)

  • “I have been studying in Switzerland for the past year at Franklin University Switzerland and I go back in August. I’ve made a ton of friends and am so excited to get back.”

    – Lila Napientek (Theatre ‘22)

  • “I’ve traversed a lot of new paths since graduating from The Academy and it’s all been so exciting! I switched my major to Writing and Publishing at Emerson College, and I’ve been having a blast. This past year, I worked on four on-campus magazines, ranging from music to lifestyle to art.”

    – Izzie Claudio (Musical Theatre ‘22)

  • “I was a guest on the Market MakeHer podcast, and I’m soon going to have a series where I’m a main host! I hit 10k+ followers on TikTok in the financial influencer community, and I am a freshman at DePaul Driehaus College of Business.”

    – Jacey Saige (Visual Arts ‘23)

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ALUMNI NEWS

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Where Fearlessness Begins: Katherine Lee’s Academy Story
Where Fearlessness Begins: Katherine Lee’s Academy Story

There are some people who can trace their path back to a single moment.

For Academy alumna Katherine Lee, that moment came in fourth grade, when her music teacher told her something she had never considered before: “You can sing.”

Honoring a Legacy: Brian Vogel (Music ’93)
Honoring a Legacy: Brian Vogel (Music ’93)

The Brian Vogel Memorial Scholarship was established in the early 2000s to honor the life and legacy of Brian Vogel (Music ’93), a passionate musician whose time at The Academy transformed his life.

Alumni Spotlight: Karen Szczech (Music ‘17)
Alumni Spotlight: Karen Szczech (Music ‘17)

Karen Szczech, a dedicated violinist and first-generation American, graduated from the Academy's Music Department in 2017. Together with her sister Kasia, an alum from 2013, Karen co-founded Magical Keys, a versatile musical organization that includes performances, education, and community engagement.

Heather Day (Visual Arts '08) Featured in W Magazine
Heather Day (Visual Arts '08) Featured in W Magazine

Check out Heather Day (Visual Arts '08) in W Magazine!

Kevin Miles (Theatre '08) Visits The Academy: ABC 7 Eyewitness News
Kevin Miles (Theatre '08) Visits The Academy: ABC 7 Eyewitness News

Kevin Miles (Theatre ‘08) and The Academy on ABC 7 News!

Justin Tranter (Musical Theatre '98) Discusses Grammy Nomination with AP News
Justin Tranter (Musical Theatre '98) Discusses Grammy Nomination with AP News

The Academy proudly congratulates alum Justin Tranter (Musical Theatre ’98) for being nominated for Songwriter of the Year (Non-Classical) at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards!

Elisabeth Withers (Music '88) Visits The Academy
Elisabeth Withers (Music '88) Visits The Academy
Justin Tranter (Musical Theatre '98) on NBC Chicago
Justin Tranter (Musical Theatre '98) on NBC Chicago

See Justin Tranter on NBC Chicago’s new series “It’s OK to Ask Questions”.

Alumni Stories: Hengyu Wang (Visual Arts ‘18)
Alumni Stories: Hengyu Wang (Visual Arts ‘18)

Read our interview with Academy Alum Hengyu Wang (Visual Arts ‘18)!

Alumni Stories: Emma Thatcher (Musical Theatre '10) and Sarah Franke (Media Arts '11)
Alumni Stories: Emma Thatcher (Musical Theatre '10) and Sarah Franke (Media Arts '11)

Read our interview with Emma Thatcher (Musical Theatre ‘10) and Sarah Franke (Media Arts ‘11)

Alumni Stories: Maisie Schloss (Visual Arts '09)
Alumni Stories: Maisie Schloss (Visual Arts '09)

Read our interview with Maisie Schloss (Visual Arts ‘09)

Alumni Stories: Morgan Clune (Dance '18)
Alumni Stories: Morgan Clune (Dance '18)

Read our interview with Morgan Clune (Dance ‘18)

Alumni Stories: Marissa Cameron (Media Arts '12)
Alumni Stories: Marissa Cameron (Media Arts '12)

Interview with Marissa Cameron (Media Arts ‘12)

The Academy Newsletter: Summer 2022
The Academy Newsletter: Summer 2022

The Academy Newsletter: Summer 2022

Alumni Stories: DeMone Seraphin (Musical Theatre '93)
Alumni Stories: DeMone Seraphin (Musical Theatre '93)

An interview with Academy alum DeMone Seraphin

The Academy Newsletter: Winter 2022
The Academy Newsletter: Winter 2022

The Academy Newsletter: Winter 2022

Alumni Stories: Jamie Weiss (Media Arts '17)
Alumni Stories: Jamie Weiss (Media Arts '17)

Interview with Jamie Weiss (Media Arts ‘17)

Jeremy Long (Visual Arts '89) Discusses His Career and Experience at The Academy
Jeremy Long (Visual Arts '89) Discusses His Career and Experience at The Academy

Interview with Jeremy Long (Visual Arts ‘89)

Justin Tranter Teaches Songwriting Class
Justin Tranter Teaches Songwriting Class

Check out the new songwriting class from hit songwriter and Academy alum Justin Tranter.

3Arts Awards Three Academy Alumni
3Arts Awards Three Academy Alumni

Kara Roseborough (Dance, 2014), Tanji Harper (Dance, 1995), Robin DaSilva (Music, 1986)

The Academy Newsletter: Spring 2021
The Academy Newsletter: Spring 2021

The Academy Newsletter: Spring 2021

2020 Graduate Parade
2020 Graduate Parade

A small army of faculty began a two-day, 400-mile caravan, stopping at each senior’s home to hand-deliver diplomas and personally applaud each graduate. Congratulations to the Class of 2020!

Kimberly Jones (Musical Theatre, 1994) nominated for her book "I'm Not Dying With You Tonight"
Kimberly Jones (Musical Theatre, 1994) nominated for her book "I'm Not Dying With You Tonight"

"I'm Not Dying With You Tonight", the best-selling novel, written by alum Kimberly Jones (Musical Theatre, 1994) and Gilly Segal has been nominated at the NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Literary Work!

Alumni Updates: Alumni Grants, Holiday Party, and 2020 Challenge
Alumni Updates: Alumni Grants, Holiday Party, and 2020 Challenge

Pictures from the 2019 Alumni Party, updates of Alumni Grants, the 2020 Alumni Challenge, and Showcase Honoring Margy Stover

Academy Alum Maisie Schloss (Visual Arts '09) Featured in Forbes "30 Under 30"
Academy Alum Maisie Schloss (Visual Arts '09) Featured in Forbes "30 Under 30"

Academy alum Maisie Schloss (Visual Arts '09) is included in the new Forbes "30 Under 30".

The Academy Newsletter: Winter 2019
The Academy Newsletter: Winter 2019

The Academy Newsletter: Winter 2019

2019 AIDS Benefit
2019 AIDS Benefit

The 2019 AIDS Benefit

Alumni Spotlight: September 28, 2019
Alumni Spotlight: September 28, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: September 26, 2019

News and Notables: June 2019
News and Notables: June 2019

June News and Notables!

2019 Art Matters Gala
2019 Art Matters Gala

2019 Art Matters Gala!

YEARBOOK ARCHIVE

ALUMNI RESOURCES

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Did you know The Academy has an Alumni Association? To learn more or to join, reach out to President Katherine Lee (Musical Theatre ‘99) at alumniassociation@chicagoartsacademy.org!

Take a look through the years at The Academy!

A man and a woman taking a selfie together at an event with a backdrop that reads 'The Chicago Academy for the Arts.' The woman is holding a smartphone, and they are both smiling.
Group of ten people with bicycles standing outdoors in a city park or plaza area with trees and buildings in the background, black and white photo.
Black and white photo of three people in a room. One person, a man, is leaning forward looking at the camera. A young girl is sitting on the floor resting her chin on her knees, and another person, possibly a woman, is in the background hanging cloth
A group of diverse young students and adult teachers in a classroom, some sitting and some standing, smiling at the camera around tables and chairs, with art supplies and windows in the background.
Three people smiling and talking at an event with a backdrop reading 'The Chicago Academy for the Arts' in the background. One woman is in the middle, with a tan floral blouse with lace details, and two men, one with purple braided hair and a denim v
A classroom with students sitting around a U-shaped table, engaging in a discussion or meeting.
Group of diverse people, mostly young adults and children, gathered on a staircase outside a brick building, posing for a group photo, some smiling and others making expressive faces.
A person appears to be floating or jumping off a building in a city street, with other people walking below.
A group of children and teenagers on a tree and a park bench, with some sitting, standing, and climbing, outdoors on a sunny day.
Two people standing on the sidewalk of a city street with parked cars and brick buildings in the background.
A group of ten friends gathered outdoors near a chain-link fence, with some sitting on a car and others standing, in black and white
Black and white photo of a narrow urban street with parked cars, building facades on either side, and sidewalk chalk writing on the pavement.
A group of young people standing on a city sidewalk next to a brick building on a street in an urban area.
A man in a suit with glasses walking inside a room that appears to be a living space or office, with a woman sitting on the couch observing him and various furniture and windows in the background.
A group of young people gathered in a room, sitting on benches and chairs, some holding notebooks or papers, in a casual setting, possibly a classroom or community space.
A large group of teenagers and young adults gathered on the steps of a historic stone building with red doors, posing for a group photo.
A large group of students posing outside a school building with a decorative stone archway and double doors.
Man in cowboy hat shaking hands with woman in patterned sweater at an indoor event with many seated audience members, some taking photos.
A young man with dreadlocks and a headpiece standing in front of a maroon wooden door, holding a cane, dressed casually.
Black and white photo of three young men standing closely together, two of them wearing plaid scarves and jackets, in an indoor setting.
Young woman stretching her leg on a ballet barre inside a dance studio.
A young man with dark hair, wearing a leather jacket, sitting on a chair in a room with a bulletin board on the wall behind him.
Three women are gathered around a lab table, examining scientific equipment in a classroom, with educational posters and a world map on the wall.
A classroom with a teacher standing at the front, talking to four students seated at desks. The students are smiling and appear engaged. The room has large windows, posters on the wall, and wooden flooring.
Three women forming a human pyramid, with one woman standing on the backs of two women on the floor, inside a room with wooden flooring and large windows.
Two young women sitting on dark wooden stairs; one is playing an acoustic guitar while the other looks on thoughtfully.
Students sitting and standing in a classroom, with blue bulletin boards, a window with an air conditioning unit, and a fire extinguisher sign, during daytime.
A large indoor gathering of young people sitting on the floor, with some smiling and others talking, in a spacious room with high ceilings and walls covered in panels; a few people are standing at the sides, and a woman with red hair is standing in f
Group of eleven young adults standing outdoors on a balcony with a city skyline and clear blue sky in the background. They are smiling and giving thumbs up or making gestures, dressed in casual and stylish clothing.
A woman with glasses and a green sweater sitting at a piano, with a man standing behind her smiling, in front of a shiny curtain.
A group of five people singing together indoors, with one seated at a piano and the others standing around, engaging in a musical performance.
A woman sits at a table with papers, talking with two young men who are leaning over the table. The young men are wearing shiny silver hats and white shirts, and one has a water bottle. They are indoors near windows overlooking a cityscape.
Three people posing together at an art gallery or exhibition. The woman on the left is wearing a patterned dress, the man in the middle is dressed in formal evening wear with a tuxedo and bow tie, and the woman on the right is wearing a colorful patt
Smiling woman and girl interacting with child in classroom
A young man with dark hair holding a white paper or booklet, standing against a plain light-colored wall.
Two young men working together at a computer in a room with office supplies and a window.
A woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a gray hoodie and blue pants, standing in a school hallway next to a row of grey lockers. She is holding books and a folder, and is opening a wooden door.
A group of teenagers sitting at desks in a classroom with posters on the walls and a whiteboard in the background.
A classroom with five students, some sitting and some standing, engaged in various activities, with artwork and a clock on the wall.
Two young women sitting on a bench; one is wearing a white shirt and looking at the camera, the other is in a black shirt with her face covered by her hand.
Four people holding hands and smiling at night, with dark background and a date stamp of 2002 in the bottom right corner.
A group of young people dancing on stage in pajamas and casual clothes.
Two young women sitting at separate desks separated by a folding privacy screen, smiling and looking at the camera. One woman wears a black and maroon striped sweater with a headband, the other wears a pink jacket. There are soda cans and supplies on
A group of students in a classroom, with some sitting on the floor and others at desks. The classroom has wooden floors and various backpacks and supplies.
A group of teenagers and young adults in a classroom celebrating, with some wearing Christmas accessories like a Santa hat, and balloons floating above. People are smiling, laughing, and sitting around tables with books and snacks.
A young woman with braided hair sleeping on the wooden floor, resting her head on her backpack. She wears a gray hoodie and jeans, surrounded by chairs, with a white cabinet and window in the background.
A classroom scene with students sitting in chairs, some with notebooks and books, and a teacher standing at the front. The room has windows, a bookshelf, and posters on the walls.
Two young men in a room with shelves of vinyl records in the background. One is wearing a striped shirt, and the other is in a hoodie, holding a book, and appears to be speaking or singing.
A young man sitting on a wooden floor leaning against a wall, wearing a black hat, sunglasses, a blue T-shirt, green pants, and sneakers. He is reading a red book with a notebook nearby.
Group of four young women sitting together on the floor, smiling at the camera, with a backpack and colorful bag nearby; in the background, a boy sitting on the floor and other people seated on white chairs.
A classroom scene with young women, one sitting on a chair smiling, others seated at tables, and a woman standing with documents, blackboard with writing, posters on the wall, and a potted plant in the background.
Four women in a room, with two sitting and two standing behind, all smiling or looking relaxed, with cabinets, a stereo, and a small table visible in the background.
A young woman sitting at a table, smiling, holding a small bottle, with a dark-haired updo hairstyle, in an indoor room with various items and a window in the background.
A group of young women sitting and talking in a room, some smiling and holding papers or notebooks, with cluttered surfaces, posters on the walls, and a person standing in the background.
Four young women sit in a circle in a room with large windows, engaged in conversation. One woman with short blonde hair and a white shirt has her arm resting on a desk; another woman with a bucket hat and dark hair tied back is leaning forward. The
A woman sitting on a striped wooden armchair with her legs crossed, smiling with her hands folded under her chin. She has short dark hair and is wearing a short-sleeved gray and black shirt, blue jeans, and dark shoes. There is a black trash can and
People sitting and lying on a carpeted floor surrounded by bags, snacks, and magazines, with a wooden table holding drinks, remote controls, and other items.
Young man lying on the floor indoors, smiling, surrounded by backpacks, boxes, and miscellaneous items.
Group of people standing in front of a colorful painted backdrop with text about helping parents balance work and family.
Two women smiling at a social event, one holding a glass of wine.
A young man in a black graduation gown and cap standing indoors, holding a laptop, clipboard, and a school bag, smiling in front of a wall decorated with black and white photos.
Two young men hugging each other enthusiastically, one with a broad smile and the other with only part of their head visible, in an indoor setting with posters and a digital clock in the background.
Three young women sitting together, smiling at the camera. One woman is holding a paper, the other two are wearing colorful bracelets and necklaces, with a stack of papers and a binder on the table nearby.
Two young men smiling with their arms around each other in front of a colorful background.
A woman with glasses and a necklace greets a young man with short brown hair inside a room. They are smiling and holding hands.
Two young men hugging inside a room with a window behind them. One is wearing a black Adidas sweatshirt and a black visor, and the other is in a light blue button-up shirt.
A person blindfolded with a bandana covers their eyes, standing indoors near a wall, extending their right arm upward, with a shoe on a string dangling from their hand, and other people visible in the background.
A group of people in a classroom, with one person kneeling on the floor holding a guinea pig, and others sitting and standing around, looking at the guinea pig and smiling.
People dancing in a circle at a social gathering or party, with a colorful mural and musical instruments in the background.
A teacher wearing a red checkered shirt is seated at a desk in front of a chalkboard, gesturing with his hands. There is an open book and a globe on the desk.
Poster for a theatrical production titled 'The Good Person of Szechwan' by Bertolt Brecht, presented by the CAA Theatre Department. The poster features a black and white drawing of a person's face with glasses and a serious expression, adorned with p
Group of seven people standing in front of a brick wall, smiling, with a blank white screen above them, in a casual or semi-formal setting.
A group of people standing on a stage with musical instruments, some are looking at a man in traditional African attire playing drums, while others hold instruments or are waiting to perform.
A man in glasses and a beige blazer standing in front of a whiteboard, holding a marker and a tablet, appearing to be teaching or giving a presentation.
Two teenage girls sit at a desk with open notebooks, one writing and the other covering her mouth with her hand, in a dimly lit room.
A young man with long hair, wearing a black beanie, colorful windbreaker, white t-shirt, black shorts, and white socks, standing in a room and smiling at the camera.
Two young men standing indoors, one wearing sunglasses and a striped shirt, smiling, the other wearing a blue hoodie, covering his mouth with his hand, holding a can of soda.
Group of teenage girls sitting on the floor of a school locker room, eating snacks from plastic containers with lockers in the background.
A man with glasses, wearing a light blue shirt and patterned tie, stands behind a music stand in a classroom, gesturing with his hand while speaking.
A young woman with blonde hair, wearing a black tank top, beige pants with a red sweatshirt tied around her waist, and carrying a Polo bag over her shoulder, standing indoors with a dark background and posters on the wall.
A teacher standing in a classroom holding a piece of paper, gesturing with one hand, with a blackboard and educational posters in the background.
A young male student with curly hair sits at a desk, writing on a yellow sheet of paper, while a female teacher with long curly hair leans over and assists him. There are open notebooks, a hole punch, and a backpack on the desk.
Two small clay figurines with smiling faces, sitting side by side on a surface. One has a raised thumb, and the other has a hand on the other's shoulder.
Group of five young people, three women and two men, gathered indoors for a casual photo. The man on the right is holding a tambourine, wearing a Chanel t-shirt, glasses, and a hat. The three women are smiling, one wearing a white shirt with 'ALLATTI
A young woman with brown hair tied back, wearing a floral blouse, black top, jeans, and black flats, sitting on a red office chair with rolling wheels, holding a pen and a notebook, while talking or explaining something in a room with wooden floors a
A classroom with five women seated at desks along a blackboard. The woman on the far left is blurred and wearing a blue shirt. The others are paying attention, with one resting her arm on her desk and another sitting with her hand near her face. Ther
Two young women sitting close together indoors, smiling at the camera, with empty chairs in the background.
A group of seven children sitting in a semicircle in a classroom, some with notebooks on their laps, and a teacher at the far left. The classroom has cabinets, a fish tank, and various posters on the walls.
Two young men sitting at a restaurant table, smiling at the camera; one wearing a bright blue t-shirt with white text that reads '64 singers 1 passion' and the other in a black shirt; there is a ketchup bottle and a glass cup on the table.
Two people working on a project on the floor in a room with a wooden floor and various equipment and objects scattered around.
A young man in a yellow shirt sitting in a room with two open windows covered with black curtains, a blue chair, and a heater. There are various items including a fan and a small television in the background, and the room has decorated posters on the
Young man with short dark hair, wearing a black T-shirt and dark jeans, sitting on a wooden chair with a pink cushioned seat, touching his head with his left hand, in a room with plain white/cream walls.
Four students sitting in a classroom, two girls and two boys, with posters on the wall behind them. One girl is smiling, and the boy next to her is looking at his notebook. The other girl on the far left is also smiling, the boy in the white shirt ha
A young man with dark hair sitting at a desk using a vintage computer in a classroom with multiple older computer monitors, posters on the wall, and a sign regarding printing web pages.
Group of young people sitting around a cluttered table with snacks, drinks, books, and notebooks, in a casual indoor setting.
Two women sitting at a table, one is eating a sandwich and the other is looking at her, with a large classical sculpture in the background.
Young woman with messy hair and colorful streaks, wearing purple headphones, holding her finger to her chin, looking up and to the side.
Two girls standing face to face and talking to each other inside a school corridor. One of them has curly dark hair, wears a white long sleeve shirt, and a blue backpack. The other girl has short curly hair, wears a sleeveless white shirt, and a blac
Colorful clay sculptures of three small, sleeping, and resting child-like figures on a dark surface.
A young woman with glasses, a beige dress, knee-high socks, and sneakers, standing on a staircase inside a house, holding a gray shoulder bag, with a head covering and jewelry.
Three young adults dressed in formal attire at a celebratory event, with balloons and a decorated backdrop in the background.
Group of six adults wearing black clothing and white fedora hats with black band, smiling and posing together indoors.
A woman in a black dress and white gloves singing into a microphone with a pianist playing on a black grand piano beside her. There is a sign that says 'Stairway' on the wall behind them, and a decorative piece resembling a tall building or radio tow
Jazz band performing indoors, with a man playing saxophone, a bassist, drummer, trumpeter, and a pianist, with a sign that says 'Stairway' in the background.
Two people standing on a bridge with outstretched arms, facing away, with snow-covered ground and leafless trees in the background on a clear day.
Three people standing on a sidewalk observing a wooded area and lake, with bare trees and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
Three people standing together on a viewing platform overlooking a cityscape with many buildings and leafless trees in the foreground.
Group of five diverse people standing together indoors, smiling at the camera.
A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing a red sweater and white pants, holding a book, standing in an office or classroom. There are posters on the wall, a wall clock, a desk with papers, a computer, and various office supplies. A man is pa
Three men in casual and formal attire, posing together in a kitchen. The man on the left is young, wearing a blue t-shirt and jeans, holding an apple. The man in the center is older, wearing a suit and tie, and eating an apple. The man on the right i
Three young women posing in front of a white wall with a window in the background. They are making playful gestures and smiling.
Shelf with stacks of books and records, a yellow plush toy with a tongue, and a metal bell.
Four older adults stand indoors next to a wall with a framed sign and some wiring. One man is pointing at the sign, and all are smiling and wearing glasses, with the man in a checkered blazer, the woman in a striped blouse and earrings, and the other
A man in a tuxedo and a woman in a dark, sparkly outfit are standing at a lectern, speaking into microphones during an event or ceremony.
A man in a suit and glasses holding a large pair of scissors, preparing to cut a giant pair of scissors sculpture.
Black-and-white photo of an older man with glasses and a woman, sitting close together and smiling at the camera.
Black and white photo of a man and a woman smiling and standing close together indoors. The man has short hair, is wearing a dark sweatshirt, and holding a small object. The woman has curly hair, is wearing a light-colored blazer, and is leaning towa
Black and white photo of a group of people exiting a building called Essex's Creative Wings, with a neon sign above the entrance. The group includes three individuals in the foreground, dressed in formal attire.
Black and white photograph of a smiling man and woman dressed in formal attire, standing close together.
A woman and a young man smiling at the camera, standing in front of a clothing rack with various garments in a store or closet.
Three smiling people standing outdoors during daytime, with a hill, trees, and a car in the background.
Black and white photo of six people standing behind a ribbon that reads "The Academy School for the Performing and Visual Arts." They are smiling and holding scissors, likely participating in a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The background features a portr
Sign on a building that reads "The Academy" with additional text "Art, Music, Dance, Theatre" beneath it.
Four dancers in a dance studio, stretching in a human chain while gripping each other's hands, with large windows showing city buildings outside.
Black and white photo of two young women in a room. One woman is lying on a floral-patterned couch, and the other is sitting on the floor leaning against the couch. A man is sitting on a chair in front, talking to the woman seated on the floor, holdi
Two women practicing ballet in a dance studio, facing each other with arms extended and heads tilted back, one wearing a black t-shirt and the other in a shiny, metallic bodysuit, inside a room with large windows showing city buildings.
A ballet dancer in a shiny bodysuit being lifted by a smiling man in a dance studio with large windows and a radiator.
Group of young women and girls at a celebration, with some holding black balloons, smiling and dressed in casual and formal attire.
Group of dancers practicing in a dance studio, with some dancers raising their arms and others holding poses, under large windows and framed artwork on the walls.
Seven young dancers in matching blue costumes indoors, posing for a group photo, smiling and standing close together.
Ballet dancers practicing at the barre in a dance studio with large windows; five dancers in various positions, some holding poses and adjusting their movements.
A young man dressed in a red and gold military-style uniform with a matching hat, standing indoors with dark foliage in the background.
Group of ten people standing outdoors on a city rooftop with buildings and a clear sky in the background.
Group of young people posing on a rooftop with city buildings in the background, some sitting, some standing, and others lying on the ground, smiling and enjoying the moment.
Group of ten smiling diverse young adults and two older women posing together at an event, in front of a backdrop with the logo 'The Chicago Academy for the Arts'.
Group of young people standing together outside in front of a large ornate wooden door with stone pillars.
A large group of young people gathered outdoors on a sunny day, smiling and posing for a photo, some holding plates of food and drinks, with trees and grass in the background.
A large group of diverse students gathered on the steps in front of a historic building with ornate architectural details, smiling and posing for a group photo.