November 13, 2025

Welcome to the IH Arts Conservatory Weekly Newsletter!

This week on The Director’s Chair, I’m joined by four incredible Indian Hill Middle School students — Audrey Pedrick, Emerson Daniel, Kendal Love, and Henry Trout — as we talk about the upcoming IH Arts Conservatory Middle School Fall Play, A Wrinkle in Time. From cast to crew, more than 80 talented middle school students are bringing this beloved story to life on stage! We discuss what makes theatre so special, their favorite moments from the rehearsal process, and the excitement of sharing their hard work with our community. Don’t miss your chance to see A Wrinkle in Time — performances run this Friday and Saturday only at 6:00 PM, and tickets are $8. It’s a show you won’t want to miss — so arrive early and get ready to be amazed!

Click here to view this week's video!

IHHS

• 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
• Wednesday, December 10: 1st Row

IHMS

• Thursday, November 13: MS Fall Play, A Wrinkle in Time, tech week finale
• 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 4: 4th Grade Choir sings at Senior Star
• Friday, December 5: 3rd Grade Choir sings at Brookdale
• Thursday, December 11: 6:00 p.m. ES Choral Concert

IHPS

• Wednesday, December 10: 1st Row

Indian Hill Middle School Theatre Presents Fall Play

A Wrinkle in Time

THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY ONLY!!!!

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!

*This Friday, November 14, our IHHS Varsity Football team plays in their next tournament game at home! The game begins at 7:00 p.m. This may impact parking for the show, both during arrival and after the show. Please plan to arrive to the Sue EARLY to ensure parking in the Sue lot or the MS lot.

After the show, consider going to the game a little late, and spend your Friday night here on the Hill for two outstanding opportunities for our community!*



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

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!

Congratulations, Braves Marching Band!

What an incredible weekend for our Braves Marching Band! Competing in the Mid-States Finals this past Saturday, November 8 at Simon Kenton High School, the BMB placed 9th in the preliminary round, earning a spot to perform again that evening in the finals. Out of more than 20 outstanding bands, our Braves proudly placed 10th overall — an amazing accomplishment to close out a truly sweet and successful season!

Congratulations to our student musicians, directors, and staff for an unforgettable year filled with dedication, talent, and heart. We are so proud of you! 

A Wrinkle in Time Tech Week

Additional Photos by IHHS Arts Student Intern, Sophia Yu

Indian Hill Primary School

Indian Hill Elementary School

Indian Hill Middle School

Indian Hill High School

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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