The Upper School Arts Program
At Severn School, the arts are more than just a subject; they are a vital and dynamic part of every student’s educational experience, inspiring creativity, collaboration, and self-expression at every stage. The Upper School Arts program offers students the opportunity to explore Visual, Musical, and Dramatic Arts. From classical drawing to digital illustration, from sculpture to Jam Band, students can either specialize or explore various disciplines. Guided by nationally recognized faculty, the program emphasizes both technical skill and creative confidence. Students can engage in a wide range of artistic experiences through classes, clubs, and performance groups, enabling them to stretch their creative boundaries and showcase their talents.
Severn’s award-winning performance groups include Breakwater (a cappella), Treble Choir, Vocal Ensemble, Instrumental Ensemble, Jam Band, and the Water Street Players (theatre group). Severn also has multiple spaces that cater to student-artists, such as Price Theater, the Jay F. Meisenberg Recording Studio, a dark room, ceramics studio, computer lab and several rehearsal spaces.
“The Arts Department at Severn—especially the Theater Department—has helped me realize that this is what I love doing. Everyone is really enthusiastic and engaged in what we create here. It’s a great community.” – Olivia ’26
This article is part of our 2025-2026 Guide to Baltimore Independent School Guide.
