Veteran Journalist Supports IPR
Veteran journalist and self-described talk radio junkie Rick Smith is a fan and a committed IPR supporter.
Academy Junior to Perform at Grammy Events
This February, junior Henry Solomon will take a little time off from the Academy to perform with some of the country’s finest jazz musicians at the 2013 Grammy Camp — Jazz Session in Los Angeles.
Looking Forward: Singer-Songwriter Program at Interlochen Arts Academy
In this continuing series of articles about the future of Interlochen programs, we hear from singer-songwriter instructor and Interlochen alumna, Courtney Kaiser-Sandler, who is the leading the Academy's newest major.
Highlights from the 2012 Future of Cinema Film Festival
The Fifth Future of Cinema Film Festival was held on the Interlochen campus November 1-3 and attracted student film submissions from as far away as New Zealand, Turkey, Romania and Beijing. The festival gives young filmmakers a rare chance to screen the creative efforts of their peers and interact with and learn from leading filmmakers.
Sharing Opportunities in the Arts: Dr. Michael Bresler
Dr. Michael Bresler (IAC 56-58, 60-61, 64; UM 65; IAC Staff 72, 77-79, 87-91, 02-04) recently established a planned gift that ensures future generations of young artists will enjoy the same opportunities he had.
Visual Artists Showcase Their Work in New York City
After a year of tours, reunions, and a national symposium on the future of the arts, Interlochen visual artists capped off the Academy's 50th anniversary festivities with an eventful trip to New York City. Visual arts students have made previous trips to New York City but this trip gave the group a rare chance to show their work to new audiences.
The Academy’s 50th: Past, Present and Future
Interlochen President, Jeffrey Kimpton looks back on the events of the Academy's 50th anniversary and ahead to a bright future for the nation's first fine arts boarding high school.
Theatre Collaboration Concludes with NYC Performances
This fall, the theatre department marked the 50th anniversary of the Arts Academy with an ambitious collaboration with Hunter Bell and Jeff Bowen, the creators of "[title of show]," one of the most popular musicals of the last decade. In November of 2012, Interlochen actors concluded this creative partnership with four performances in New York City.
Remembering Roger Jacobi
Remembering Interlochen's third president (1971-1989) and longtime friend, Roger Jacobi.
2012 Future of Cinema Film Festival Winners
We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2012 Future of Cinema Film Festival, which attracted film and screenplay submissions around the world.
Motion Picture Alumnus Nears Completion of First Major Film
Filmmaker Chad Engel was among the first graduates from the motion picture arts program. Just three years after graduating from the Arts Academy, he has written and directed an ambitious short film and has his eyes set on a full-length feature.
Actors and Visual Artists Head to NYC for Final Stop of 50th Tour
After a year of tours, reunions and a national symposium on the future of the arts, the Academy’s 50th Anniversary celebrations are nearing their conclusion – but not before one last tour, featuring theatre and visual arts students.
Former Academy English Instructor Endows Writing Scholarship
What began as a short-term teaching job for Larry Thomas (IAA Fac 69-72, NMC St 70-73) has grown into a lifelong connection that’s now helping a new generation of Interlochen students.
Norman Mailer High School Fiction Writing Award Winner
Creative Writing alumna Brittany Newell wins the Norman Mailer Award for Fiction for her story "Bad Kids."
Symposium Proves Art Lives at Interlochen and Beyond
In October 2012, a diverse group of speakers and participants gathered to ask some hard questions and discuss the future of the arts.
Symposium 2012 Wrap-Up
In October 2012, a diverse group of speakers and participants gathered to ask some hard questions and discuss the future of the arts.
Looking Forward: Motion Picture Arts at Interlochen Arts Academy
In this continuing series of articles about the future of Interlochen programs, we hear from motion picture arts director, Michael Mittelstaedt.
Alumna Establishes Endowed Scholarship
To make the Interlochen Arts Academy experience possible for even more students, this year Sarah Titus (IAA 80-82, IAC St 81-82) established the Sarah L. Titus and Tilda Morris Endowed Academy Scholarship.
Laurie Orth: Alumni Cheerleader
For Interlochen Arts Academy alumna and Alumni Council member Laurie Housholder Orth (IAA 81-84), giving back is about more than writing a check.
Looking Forward: Creative Writing at Interlochen Arts Academy
In this continuing series of articles about the future of Interlochen programs, we hear from creative writing director and IAA alumna, Mika Perrine.
Academy Convocation Message: Gulshirin Dubash
Academy instructor of Theatre Arts, Gulshirin Dubash, addresses students at the 51st Academy Opening Convocation.
Renewal and Renaissance: Opening Convocation Address by Jeffrey Kimpton
Interlochen President Jeffrey Kimpton welcomes the students of Interlochen Arts Academy's 51st year.
The Kjos Family Legacy: Shaping Generations of Musicians
Just as the Neil A. Kjos Music Company supports beginning musicians as they learn the basics, the Neil Kjos, Jr. Scholarship will provide opportunities for young artists to hone their skills at Interlochen Arts Camp.
Visiting Colleges Give Insight to Aspiring Artists
Six renowned art institutions from around the world visited Interlochen Arts Camp, offering lectures and individual artwork critiques.
Not Your Typical Summer
Isaac Johnson didn’t know what to expect when he traveled hundreds of miles from Pine Island, Minnesota to Interlochen Arts Camp in June.