Student Formation

Arts

Students at Bishop Lynch have a wide range of opportunities to pursue their creative passions through our outstanding Fine Arts programs. From dance to photography, choir to sculpture, our students find a multitude of ways to express themselves. The guidance of our highly acclaimed faculty helps inspire students to bravely embrace their talents and share them with the world.
 
BL students compete in many artistic areas, winning numerous awards and accolades throughout the academic and artistic communities. Students who wish to pursue a career in fine arts have the opportunity to develop an impressive portfolio to showcase their developing talent, providing an excellent foundation for their future endeavors.

2022-2023 Performances

Band Concert
Tuesday, December 6 - 7:00 PM
 
Dance Recital
Friday, December 9 - 4:00 and 7:00 PM
 
Choir Concert
Saturday, December 17 - 7:00 PM
Blackfriars Spring Musical
THE WEDDING SINGER
Friday, February 24 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 25 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, February 26 - 2:00 PM (MATINEE)
Thursday, March 2 - 7:00 PM
Friday, March 3 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, March 4 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, March 5 -2:00 PM (MATINEE)
 
Brigade Spring Show
Friday, March 31 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 1 - 2:00 PM
 
Blackfriars Spring Play
Speckled Birds
Thursday, April 20 - 7:30 PM
Friday, April 21 - 7:30 PM
Saturday, April 22 - 7:30 PM
Wednesday, April 26 - 7:30 PM
Thursday, April 27 - 7:30 PM
Friday, April 28 - 7:30 PM
 
Band Spring Concert
Thursday, May 4 - 7:00 PM
 
Dance Recital
Friday, May 5 - 4:00 and 7:00 PM
Band Concert
 
Percussion Ensemble Concert
Tuesday, May 9 - 7:00 PM
 
Choir Spring Concert
Saturday, May 13 - 7:00 PM

Fine Arts Department

List of 9 members.

  • Photo of Andrew Balettie

    Andrew Balettie 

    Director of Bands, Fine Arts Department Chair
    214-324-3607 ext.4119
    Bio
  • Photo of John Athas

    John Athas 

    Theatre Instructor
    (214) 324-3607 x4283
    Bio
  • Photo of Frank Brown

    Frank Brown 

    Visual Art
    (214) 324-3607 x4309
  • Photo of Allison Kindley

    Allison Kindley 

    Dance Instructor, Head Coach of the BL Brigade
    (214) 324-3607 x4314
  • Photo of Corey Johnson

    Corey Johnson 

    Visual Art
    (214) 324-3607 x4356
  • Photo of Gloria Kenyon

    Gloria Kenyon 

    Photo & Visual Art
    (214) 324-3607 x4154
  • Photo of Kathy Leos

    Kathy Leos 

    Director of Choirs
    (214) 324-3607 x4296
    Bio
  • Photo of Terry May-Hajdar

    Terry May-Hajdar 

    Theater Manager
    (214) 324-3607 x4131
    Bio
  • Photo of Kit Sawyer

    Kit Sawyer 

    Musical Director
    (214) 324-3607 x4157
    Bio

Fine Arts Course Offerings at Bishop Lynch

Students at Bishop Lynch have the opportunity to participate in the following classes and performing arts programs, including:

PERFORMING ARTS:
  • A Cappella Choir
  • AP Music Theory
  • Beginning Band
  • Choreography/Dance Team
  • Dance I
  • Dance II
  • Dance III
  • Dance IV
  • History of Western Music
  • Instrumental Ensemble
  • Introduction to Dance
  • Junior Varsity Choir
  • Public Speaking/Debate
  • Studio Voice Class
  • Symphonic Band
  • TAPPS One-Act
  • Technical Theater
  • Technical Theater (Crew)
  • Theater Arts I
  • Theater Arts II
  • Theater Arts III
  • Theatre Production
VISUAL ARTS:
  • Advanced Introduction to Art
  • Art Studio
  • Drawing & Painting I
  • Drawing & Painting II
  • Introduction to Art
  • Photography I
  • Photography II
  • Portfolio Presentation 2D
  • Portfolio Presentation 3D
  • Sculpture I Sculpture II

ACCREDITATION

Faithful to Catholic Tradition and to our Dominican heritage of scholarship and service, Bishop Lynch High School promotes the development of the total person by bringing together a diverse community in a rigorous, college preparatory environment where students are taught to strive for excellence, seek truth, and work for justice in the world. - Founded in 1963