Paul Mellon Arts Center

05/21/2026

Come see all our wonderful actors and crew put on Twelfth Night in Macquire Gym! 🎭✨

Performances are May 21–22 at 7:30 p.m. and May 23 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Friday’s performance is sold out, but tickets are still available for Thursday and Saturday! Tickets: www.choate.edu/boxoffice

05/07/2026

We’re excited to announce this year’s Spring Musical! 🌷🎭

A Musical Adaptation of William Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT

Twelfth Night tells the story of Viola, a young heroine who washes up on the shores of Illyria, disguises herself as a man, is sent to court a countess, and falls hard for a Duke. As she navigates this strange and wonderful new land, she finds her true self and true love in the process.

📅 May 21–22 at 7:30 p.m.
📅 May 23 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
📍 Macquire Gymnasium

Conceived by Kwame Kwei-Armah and Shaina Taub
Music and Lyrics by Shaina Taub

🎟 Ticket required. Space is limited. Get your tickets at www.choate.edu/boxoffice

05/06/2026

We are so proud of our students! 💙💛

Vera Lampe ‘27 (Achievement in Lighting Design), Bree Miksovsky ‘26 (Achievement in Costume Design), and Alexandros Antonopoulos ‘26 (Best Actor) have been recognized by the 2026 Stephen Sondheim Awards.

05/06/2026

Join us for an exciting week of arts events! 🎶🎬🩰

Friday, May 8
Choral Concert
7:00 p.m. | Seymour St. John Chapel


1st Annual Film Festival
8:00 p.m. | Joan Harris Gelb Theater
Seating is limited.

Saturday, May 9
Choreographer Keerati Jinakunwiphat: Student Workshop Performance
7:00 p.m. | Airth‑Mars Family Dance Studio
Seating is limited.

No tickets are required for any of these events.

04/22/2026

During spring break, the Choate Rosemary Hall Orchestra traveled to Seoul, South Korea 🇰🇷, where they were invited to learn about hanbok and its cultural significance while exploring historic sites such as Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple. The group visited museums and markets and immersed themselves in Korean culture through music, food, and performance. The trip concluded with a shared concert at Gabin Art Hall featuring the Seongbuk Youth Disabilities Orchestra and the Choate Rosemary Hall Orchestra, bringing a meaningful week of cultural exchange and music to a close.

04/22/2026

Our Patriotic Pops Concert is scheduled for Sunday, June 21 at 7 p.m.

We're honored to play a part in Wallingford's celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

Join us on the lawn in front of Seymour St. John Chapel on the campus of Choate Rosemary Hall for a program filled with rousing marches, beloved folk tunes, Broadway and jazz favorites, and iconic movie themes under the leadership of Maestro Philip T. Ventre.

As always, this concert is free, so we hope to see you there!

03/03/2026

Last month, the Arts Department welcomed 7x GRAMMY®‑winning recording and mixing engineer Brian Vibberts to campus!

During his visit, Brian joined students in a Music Production class to give project feedback, hosted a Q&A with Arts Concentration students, and participated in this year’s Choate In Session, where students learned from an industry professional to help elevate their music. We’re grateful to Brian for sharing his expertise and helping our students dive deeper into music production.

01/30/2026

Students practicing, learning, and creating. ✨🩰🎶

• Raphael '27 on the Tuba
• Jason '26 on Marimba
• Ballet class at work

01/09/2026

Before winter break, our visual arts students showcased their artwork from the fall term at an exhibition reception. Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students and faculty!

Missed the reception? Stop by the PMAC Gallery to view this incredible student work!

11/12/2025

Tomorrow, Agatha Christie's "Witness for the Prosecution" opens in the Ruutz-Rees Common Room!

Agatha Christie’s gripping courtroom thriller puts the audience in the jury box as a charismatic young man stands accused of murdering a wealthy widow. Witnesses clash, loyalties shift, and secrets surface—can you solve the case before the final verdict?

November 13, 7:30 p.m.
November 14, 7:30 p.m. SOLD OUT - Sign up for standby tickets below!
November 15, 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

🎟️ Seating is limited — reserve your free tickets at www.choate.edu/boxoffice