The Arts
The Arts Are Alive at Cardinal Newman
CN's Arts Alive Program celebrates student creativity and talent across music, visual arts, theater, and dance. Students thrive in an inclusive, supportive environment, receiving high-quality training while developing their unique artistic voices.
Through these experiences, students grow artistically and academically, becoming well-rounded individuals—nourished in body, mind, and soul.
Gabrielle Thompson, MA – Dance Program Educator & Visual and Performing Arts Director
Morris Acevedo – Music Teacher & Art Department Chair
Explore Our Arts Offerings
Immerse yourself in a vibrant arts community at Cardinal Newman High School.
Our comprehensive program offers a diverse range of courses, including Studio Art, Graphic Design, Performance Guitar, Intro to Music, Modern Band, MAKER, Theatre Arts, Speech and Performance, and Dance.
Beyond the classroom, our art disciplines thrive year-round through engaging lectures, workshops, concerts, performances, and gallery exhibitions. Discover your passion and unleash your creativity at Cardinal Newman.
Click the thumbnail images to explore our Arts offerings.
Arts Alive Fall Showcase 2024
Modern Rock Band at HopMonk Sebastopol–April 7, 2025
Arts Alive 2025 Spring Showcase + Visual Arts Exhibition
Arts Faculty
Morris Acevedo
Titles:
Director of Music, Graphic Design and Digital Media Teacher, Department Chair
Email:
Gabrielle Thompson
Titles:
Visual and Performing Arts Director, Dance Program Director, Teacher
Email:
"Creativity takes courage" henry matisse
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