November 6, 2025

Welcome to the IH Arts Conservatory Weekly Newsletter!

This week’s episode of The Director’s Chair features an inspiring conversation with Arya Kindberg, an exceptionally talented fourth-grade artist. Arya shares two of her recent works — a beautifully detailed paisley design and a captivating Tim Burton–inspired piece — each showcasing her remarkable creativity, precision, and imagination. Her enthusiasm for the arts is evident in every detail, reflecting a depth of artistic expression well beyond her years. Arya truly exemplifies the spirit of curiosity and passion that defines our young artists at Indian Hill!

Click here to view this week's video!

IHHS

• Thursday, November 6: 7:00 p.m. BMB Mid-States Send Off Performance, Tomahawk Stadium
• Saturday, November 8: 1:00 pm BMB Mid-States Competition at Simon Kenton HS
• Sunday, November 16: 3:00 p.m. Premieres Concert with Cincinnati Choral Society and BAMSO at Armstrong Chapel
• Friday, December 5: HS Winter Art Show Opening Night
• Monday, December 8: 7:00 p.m. Premieres Concert with Cincinnati Choral Society and BAMSO at Sycamore Community Presbyterian Church
• Monday, December 8-Friday, December 12: HS Winter Art Show on Display

IHMS

• Saturday, November 8: 9:30 a.m. MS Fall Play cue-to-cue
• Saturday, November 8: 1:00 pm BMB Mid-States Competition at Simon Kenton HS
• Monday, November 10-Thursday, November 13: MS Fall Play, A Wrinkle in Time, tech week
• Friday, November 14 & Saturday, November 15: 6:00 p.m. MS Fall Play, A Wrinkle in Time, performances
• Monday, December 8-Wednesday, December 10: 3:00 p.m. MS Spring Musical, Finding Nemo Jr., Auditions
• Wednesday, December 10: 7:00 p.m. MS Chamber Music Fest
• Thursday, December 11: 3:00 p.m. MS Spring Musical, Finding Nemo Jr., Callbacks

IHES

• Thursday, December 11: 6:00 p.m. ES Choral Concert

Indian Hill Middle School Theatre Presents Fall Play

A Wrinkle in Time

Join us for an unforgettable journey through space and time as Indian Hill Middle School proudly presents A Wrinkle in Time! Based on the classic novel by Madeleine L’Engle, this heartwarming and imaginative play follows Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin as they set out to rescue Meg’s father—and the universe itself—from the forces of darkness.

Tickets to this two night only event are on sale now! You don’t want to miss your chance to experience this timeless adventure brought to life by our talented middle school cast and crew!

Show Dates and Times:

Friday, November 14 at 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 15 at 6:00 p.m.

Tickets are $8.00 each.

Click here to purchase your tickets now!



We will see you in the Sue (The Sue Harder Memorial Performing Arts Center) for the show!

Indian Hill Primary School

Indian Hill Elementary School

Indian Hill Middle School

Indian Hill High School

Join us tonight at 7:00 PM for the Braves Marching Band Send-Off Performance as our BMB gets ready for finals! Then cheer them on at Simon Kenton High School this Saturday, November 8—their first performance is at 1:00 PM to determine advancement to the final round. Let’s pack the stands and show our Braves pride tonight and Saturday. Good luck, BMB!

IHHS Premieres join Cincinnati Choral Society and BAMSO in Concert!

The Indian Hill High School Premieres are thrilled to join the Cincinnati Choral Society and the Blue Ash Montgomery Symphony Orchestra (BAMSO) for two inspiring performances this season! Together,they’ll present John Rutter’s Gloria—a jubilant work featuring brass, percussion, and organ.

Join us on Sunday, November 16 at 3:00 p.m. at Armstrong Chapel in Indian Hill (5125 Drake Road, Cincinnati 45243) for this exciting collaboration celebrating the power of music.

The concert will be repeated on Monday, December 8 at 7:00 p.m. at Sycamore Community Presbyterian Church (11800 Mason Road, Cincinnati 45249) as a benefit to raise spirits and funds for The Center for Respite Care.

We are honored to share the stage with such talented musicians and to bring this uplifting music to our community! ❤️

Did you know that CAPA offers private lessons for both voice and piano? These personalized sessions can significantly enhance a student’s technique, confidence, and knowledge of music theory, among other areas. We have highly skilled and experienced instructors who are dedicated to working with your child, from preparing for auditions, teaching the fundamentals or honing their voice skills. We have teachers available for interested students at the primary or elementary too!

For more information and to learn more about our instructors, visit Voice Studio and Piano.

The Overture Awards, sponsored by the Cincinnati Arts Association are now accepting applications for the 2026 Competition!

About the Overture Awards:

The Overture Awards is a program that recognizes, encourages, and rewards excellence in the arts among Greater Cincinnati students in grades 9-12. Its mission is to encourage arts education as an integral part of a student’s academic experience and to create an environment that encourages training in, and appreciation of, the arts. The Overture Awards Competition is the area’s largest solo arts competition and offers awards in six artistic disciplines: creative writing, dance, instrumental music, theatre, visual art, and vocal music.

Arts Educator Award

The Arts Educator Award promotes and rewards excellence in arts instruction throughout Greater Cincinnati. Students nominate an educator through video submission that describes the impact the educator has had on his/her students. The winner will be announced at the Overture Awards Final Competition & Awards Ceremony. Nominations are due January 25, 2026.

Ready to apply for one of the 6 categories for the Overtures, or ant to nominate an IH Arts Educator for the Arts Educator Award, which is part of the Overtures? Click here for more information!

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