Stories

A group of students and teachers poses outside Interlochen's Music building.
Kara Huber, Interlochen’s Marjorie Wood Drackett Piano Chair, brings accolades and fresh perspective to her position

A young actor gestures expressively in front of a curtain.
Does my child need a resume for acting or dance?

A black-and-white photo of Dr. Michael Bresler, M.D. playing timpani with the World Youth Symphony Orchestra during summer 1964.
Camp alumni lean in with unique gifts toward scholarships

Beautiful image of wooden steps leading down to a lake under a sunny sky.
Mental health at boarding school: Dr. Michael Kern describes Interlochen’s uniquely relational system

A young musician in a pale blue polo smiles as she holds her violin.
Going to one of the best music summer camps will change your life. Here’s how.

A visual arts student with long red hair works on a painting.
Is my child ready for boarding school?

A student in a black and red top stands smiling with her arm around her smiling teacher, who is wearing a white shirt.
“An amazing mentor”: Arts Academy grad shares story of how Interlochen’s arts faculty became like a second family to her

A student dressed in black leans against a bridge overlooking a cityscape at night.
From Beijing to the stately pines: Winter Wu helps international students find their place at Arts Academy

A smiling director poses with a clapperboard in front of camera equipment.
From reluctant actress to sought-after acting coach: Ria Pavia draws on her wide-ranging career to help others shine

MK Keso shares a presentation on Zambia at the Fall 2023 Interlochen Arts Academy Culture Fair.
Written in the stars: MK’s journey