Virtual Open House - Walnut Hill School for the Arts

About
- Welcome
  Whether you are looking for world-class high school education, a satisfying workplace, or to deepen your existing engagement with Walnut Hill, you’ve come to the right place.
- Performances & Events
  Students in every art major regularly showcase their talents through performances, exhibitions, and events. Join us!
Admission
- Visit Us
  Schedule an in-person tour, meet or speak with a member of our Admission Team, and learn more about Walnut Hill.
- Learn about Auditions & Portfolio Reviews
  Each arts major has specific audition or portfolio review requirements. Find out more about how to show us your best artistic self.
Arts High School
- The Life of a "Walnut"
  When they aren't in academic classes or practicing their art Walnut Hill students keep busy with clubs, trips to Boston, and more!
- Robust, Innovative Academics
  Can an arts high school have exceptional academics? We say yes. Find out more about our college-preparatory curriculum.
Alumni
- Get Involved
  There are many ways to stay involved with Walnut Hill after graduation. Whether you just left the Hill or you've been away for many years you're always a Walnut at heart.
- Join in the Fun
  We hope that you'll join us at an event, gathering, or meetup in a city near you or on our Natick campus in the year to come. Check out what's coming up next!
Giving
- Every Gift Makes an Impact
  Each gift, no matter the size, makes a difference to our small community. Your donation is an investment in today's students and those of the future.
- Support Young Artists
  One special day a year, we ask everyone in our community to make a gift to the Annual Fund in support of current students and programs. Your participation matters, as every single gift counts.
Community Academy
- Summer Youth Dance
  Available as a day or residential program, our on campus Summer Youth Dance program is specifically designed for serious male and female dancers, ages 10–14.
- Theater Programs
  Our programs develop confident, innovative, and expressive performers in an environment that is fun, creative, and energized!
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Becoming an Anti-Racist Institution
  Through education in academics and the arts, our goal is to counteract racism, promote the dismantling of systems of oppression, and empower our students towards these goals.
- Resources for Students, Faculty & Staff
  Learn more about how to participate in diversity, equity, and inclusion work with a selection of texts, film, and educational information.

Choose Your Own Adventure

This virtual open house is designed with you in mind: it’s up to you to choose how you want to learn about Walnut Hill School for the Arts, and whether you can see yourself here. Maybe you choose a video to watch on your own time or a virtual tour through campus in real time, or maybe you browse through the student work section to get inspired, or decide to have coffee over Zoom with our Head of School – your path to the adventure that is Walnut Hill is up to you. Now, let’s get started…

Arts OverviewLearn more about the Dance, Music, Theater, Visual Art, and Writing, Film & Media Arts programs from the Directors of each program and the Director of Artistic Studies.

Academics OverviewOur college-preparatory academic program is innovative and challenging: find out more from our Academic Department Heads and the Director of Academic Studies.

Tips & TricksArt department directors share some tips to improve your audition and application process.

Student WorkWatch, look & listen to a variety of student work created by the students at Walnut Hill.

Campus TourJoin our Head of School Antonio Viva on a virtual walk through campus.

Coffee with the Head of School

January 12
8:30AM ET

Meet with Head of School, Antonio Viva and enjoy coffee and casual conversation.

Meet our Director of Diversity & Inclusion

December 15, January 19, February 16
7:00PM ET

Meet Linda Hughes, our Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Walnut Hill.

Reserve Your Spot

Student Panel by Major

Hear straight from the source, about being a Walnut! Watch recordings of the Dance, WFMA, and Theater Student Panel Sessions here.

Watch Student Panel Sessions

Student Led Tours

Wednesdays at 5:30PM ET
& Saturdays at 10:00AM ET

Watch our student-produced campus tour video and chat with two current students about their Walnut Hill experience.

Reserve Your Spot