Visual and Performing Arts
Dean Hickman founded the instrumental program in 1993 and since then, the school has had many ensembles including a string quintet, string orchestra, full orchestra, concert band, steel drum band, jazz band, and the Falcon Corps and Color Guard (formerly the The Rising Star Marching Band and Pageantry, the name was changed in 2011 to reflect an updated program). The ensembles have traveled worldwide, including Hawaii in 1997, Bahamas in 1999, The Peoples' Republic of China in 2001, Chicago in 2006, and Seattle and Vancouver in 2008. One of the most distinguished awards that the marching band received was the Walter Brennan Sweepstakes Award at the Camarillo Christmas Parade. The group won the award annually for their participation throughout the late 90's throughout the early 2000s (13 of the past 14 years). The music program is currently headed by Russell Shedd, VAPA director.
The current drama program features 2 beginning drama classes, 1 advanced drama class, and 2 technical theater classes. The school's drama program is taught by Greg Oberle. Shows presented by the SRHS drama program include:
- Once Upon a Mattress (2010)
- The Wiz (2011)
- Don't Rock the Boat (2011)
- Cheaper by the Dozen (2011)
- Captain Fantastic (2011)
- Beauty and the Beast (2012)
There are also several art programs at this school. There are several beginning art classes, and 3 AP art classes (AP Art 2D Design, AP Art Drawing, AP Art History). All art classes featured at this high school are taught by Laura Wright, chair of the VAPA-Art department.
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“More than in any other performing arts the lack of respect for acting seems to spring from the fact that every layman considers himself a valid critic.”
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