Performing Arts
For students with musical interest and theater talent, the performing arts program is designed to increase individual ability. The performing arts program enlivens the cultural life of the Hoban community.
MUSIC PROGRAM
The music courses may satisfy the requirement at many universities for a unit in visual and performing arts. All students with musical and acting ability are encouraged to use it by participating in the choral, steel drum band and/or theater programs. Some cocurricular time commitment is necessary for membership in both organizations, but the benefits are extensive.
Participants in performing ensembles perform at the Winter and Spring Fine Arts Festivals and in the annual Ohio Solo and Ensemble Contest held in late January or early February.
THEATRE PROGRAM
Participation in theater allows students to gain knowledge about the theatre through hands-on learning. Whether you choose to perform on stage or work behind the scenes, you will learn about theatre, grow as an individual and enjoy the close-knit family of the theatre program.
2024 Fall Musical: The Lion King, Jr.
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Saturday, Nov. 2, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.
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Sunday, Nov. 3, 2:30 p.m.
Disney's The Lion King has captivated the imagination of audiences around the world. Under the direction of Chad C. Kendall, the Hoban Theatre Department proudly presents Disney's The Lion King Jr.! It brings the African Savanna to life on the stage with Simba (Roman Delgado and Karsen Browning), Rafiki (Katherine Folk), Mufasa (Christian Kleinman), Scar (Denver Black), Nala (Cortazhia Walker and Liana Powers), Zazu (Maliya Templeton), Timon (Audrey Hodges), Pumbaa (Ava Turner), and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale. Disney's The Lion King Jr. features classic songs from the Broadway musical and animated feature film, including “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” “He Lives in You,” and “Hakuna Matata.”
2025 Spring Musical: High School Musical: On Stage!
March 28-30, 2025
Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life on stage! Disney's High School Musical features Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of first love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities.
It's the first day after winter break at East High. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians and Skater Dudes find their cliques, recount their vacations and look forward to the new year. Basketball team captain and resident jock, Troy, discovers that the brainy Gabriella, a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just enrolled at East High. They cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical that is being led by Ms. Darbus. Although many students resent the threat posed to the "status quo," Troy and Gabriella's alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well.
Tickets go on sale March 8, 2025.
PERFORMING ARTS FACULTY
2024 Spring Musical: The Little Mermaid
