One of the unique differences between LACHSA and a traditional public high school is that student artists are taught by teaching artists in their arts discipline. As a regional center for public education in the arts, LACHSA employs over 80 teaching artists under the leadership of each credentialed teacher who is the Chair of the
The LACHSA family is deeply saddened by the passing of Pat Bass, affectionately known as Ms. B. She was a beloved LACHSA teaching artist, mentor, and cornerstone of our arts community. Her influence reaches across generations of LACHSA student artists, faculty, alumni, and families, having devoted over 35 years of service to LACHSA, nurturing countless voices and
LACHSA THEATRE: The Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA) will present its annual Halls of Horror this weekend featuring the talented students of the LACHSA Theatre Department. Guests will travel through two immersive experiences and will be transported into the era of Jack the Ripper and H.H. Holmes in a thrilling original and interactive performance.
By Julia Barajas and Mariana Dale Orifginally Published Oct 29, 2021 6:39 PM on the LAist Zen Sanchez plays a literally heartless hotel guest. (Mariana Dale/ LAist ) When the pandemic all but shut down Halloween last year, one of its victims was the annual “Halls of Horror” event at the Los Angeles County High School for the
Donald R. Martin (1931- 2021), a highly regarded Los Angeles-based dancer, choreographer, and teacher who taught for 15 plus years at Los Angeles County High School of the Arts, passed away peacefully at his home in West Hollywood on July 4th. Mr. Martin was a student at Jefferson High in South Central LA in the
January 18, 2021January 18th marks another trip around the Sun for me. Though Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s actual birthday is January 15th, this year my birthday happens to coincidewith the Monday we collectively celebrate and honor his life and legacy. The beginning of a new year is usually filled with hope, optimism and excitement
LACHSA Principal John Lawler and Equity Coordinator Esmeralda Flores are interviewed by Spectrum News 1 SoCal about LACHSA's efforts to improve equity and access to arts education for student artists in LA County. https://vimeo.com/501055652
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