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
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) and The Academy on ABC 7 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!
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)
Read our interview with Academy Alum Hengyu Wang (Visual Arts ‘18)!
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)
Read our interview with Maisie Schloss (Visual Arts ‘09)
Alumni Stories: Marissa Cameron (Media Arts '12)
Interview with Marissa Cameron (Media Arts ‘12)
