The Arts

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Welcome to the Arts!

Our Arts program is an integral part of the school curriculum and community. St. Francis students develop their artistic interests and expression with beginning through advanced classes in music, theatre, dance, and visual arts. Throughout the school year, students have opportunities to showcase their abilities at a musical concert, event, play or art exhibition.

Our performance students consistently receive special and statewide recognition at regional theatre and music festivals. Visual artists take high honors at county and state competitions. Our dancers perform in concert, special events, competitions, and liturgies.

 

Explore the Arts
Performing and Visual Arts!

We have a vibrant academic arts program with over twenty courses in visual and performing arts. Our dedicated instructors are highly qualified and committed to helping students achieve their individual artistic goals. An integral part of the school curriculum and community, artists develop their interests with beginning through advanced classes in music, theatre, dance and visual arts. 

 

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Spring Play: A Piece of My Heart
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A Piece of My Heart: Spring Play. St. Francis Catholic High School Sacramento, CA

A Piece of My Heart by Shirley Lauro is based on the book with the same title by Keith Walker. The book was written in 1985 with origins in the San Francisco Bay Area, featuring interviews with 26 women sent to Vietnam during the war. The play premiered at The Manhattan Theatre Club off-Broadway in 1991. The play follows the stories of 6 women (inspired by the 26 women in the book) before, during, and after their return home from the war. It is a powerful drama that speaks to the anger, compassion, bravery, and fear of the American women’s experience during the Vietnam War.

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Support the Arts & Arts Advertising

If your business is looking for a great opportunity to increase awareness for your business or service, the St. Francis Arts program may be just the place for you. With 20+ performances spanning seven main stage performances, three outreach performances, five physical programs, and two digital playbills, this is a great opportunity to get your message in front of more than 2,500 potential viewers.

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Patrons of the Arts

Support the Arts by joining Patrons the Arts Parent Organization. The Patrons are responsible for coordinating volunteers for all arts performances and exhibits, working with the Arts Producer to organize events and receptions, and assisting arts faculty in various ways.

Patrons of the Arts

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Volunteer for Arts

Throughout the year the Arts Department has many performances, events and shows that would not be possible without the support of our community. It is through your patronage, and service that our Arts Program continues to grow and thrive. Take a few moments to view our upcoming Arts volunteer opportunities. 

Volunteer Opportunities

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SF Shines at Lenaea Festival
Earning Top Honors and Recognition

Lenaea. St. Francis Catholic High School Sacramento, CA

Students from SFHS showcased extraordinary talent and professionalism at this year’s Lenaea Festival, earning recognition and accolades across multiple categories. The festival, known for its high level of competition, saw hundreds of submissions, with only a select few earning coveted spots in the prestigious “command performances.” Among the standout students were Faith Oliver and Isabelle Johnson, both of whom were chosen for this elite showcase.

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Olivia Nice ‘10 Performs in “Once”

St. Francis Performing Arts Department chair Cheryl Watson traveled to Ashland, Oregon and had the pleasure of watching alumna Olivia Nice ‘10 perform in Once at the Oregon Cabaret Theatre. The musical is not only an audience favorite but received glowing reviews throughout the region. Congratulations Olivia we are so proud of you! 

Photo ~ Cheryl Watson & Olivia onstage after the show
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Arts Alumna Update: Natasha Soto-Albors ‘02

We love hearing from Alumnae! After graduating from SFHS Natasha Soto-Albors ‘02 made the journey east to study at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. Since receiving her B.F.A. in Drama, Natasha has built a career as an actor, screenwriter, and film producer. She is the founder and CEO of Night Spark Pictures, an NYC production company dedicated to diverse and dynamic storytelling.