
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!

Akenya Seymour (Music '10) in Chicago Reader
Check out alum Akenya Seymour (Music ‘10) in the Chicago Reader’s podcast, The Sit Down, hosted by Shawnee Dez.

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”.

Zachary Jeppsen (Dance '18) and Jason Patera in Chicago Tribune
Check out Jason Patera and Zachary Jeppsen (Dance ‘18) featured in Chicago Tribune!

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)
