Performing Arts Showcase Celebrates Theatre, Dance, Song and More
February 18, 2016
The annual Performing Arts Showcase displayed the artistic talents of Mater Dei students on Feb. 18, 2016.
On Thurs., Feb. 11 Mater Dei held its annual Performing Arts Rally. Once a year, Mater Dei showcases its artistically talented students for the whole school to see. Acts include Improv Comedy Club, Choir, Dance Team, All Male Hip Hop, and Jazz Band. In each of these performances, there is something that everyone can enjoy.
Senior and drum line member Eljei Sanchez said, “In rallies, I believe that drum line’s performance can truly show people our potential as musicians, ready to perform for others’ entertainment. By performing in front of a large audience, they can have a clear view and mindset on how marching the feet, playing rhythmic music and overlay of visual effects turns into a show for competition, prepared and ready to be shared among them.”
Along with drum line and band, cheer has the chance to showcase their talent to their fellow peers and teachers.
“I think to be a cheerleader it takes a lot of hard work and patience because sometimes it takes time to learn a new backflip, overcome mental blocks, and be able to lift girls in the air,” said senior and Jackie Perez of Junior Varsity cheer, “Without the drive to succeed, we will not be able to accomplish what we need to in order for our team to be successful.”
![BUILDING THE FUTURE: Plans to build tennis courts and a new Performing Arts Center will be started and completed in the coming years. This will benefit students and athletes alike as they will enhance both the Athletic and Performing Arts Departments and bring much-needed venues and state-of-the-art spaces to campus. “You want to be rooted in that tradition of the school when [it comes to] these projects, we’ve always got to be innovating and moving forward,” Vice President of School Relations Scott Melvin said. Mock Renderings courtesy of Mater Dei High School.](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Mater-Dei-Tennis-Court-and-PAC-e1780632956112-1200x672.jpg)
![GET UP Students laugh and dance at a school rally. All the events and rallies hosted by ASB help bring students together and make school an enjoyable place to be. Senior Maddy O’Connor believes ASB keeps everything together and the school spirit alive. “A lot of things wouldn't be as organized [without ASB] and it'd be kind of boring,” O’Connor said. “ASB brings joy to Mater Dei, and pretty much [all things] cool.”](https://thescarletscroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/HEIF-Image-1200x800.jpeg)