Arts
The fine arts program at GCA allows students to explore the fundamental elements of visual and performing arts. We offer a variety of electives including art, band, choir, dramatic arts, and worship arts. Many of these electives are offered on the lower, middle, and upper school levels so that a child may begin to grow and develop their God-given gifts and talents as young as kindergarten.
(For an in-depth list of electives and opportunities for students please see the division specific pages.)
The annual Celebration of the Arts at Grace Christian Academy is an evening devoted to the celebration of the outstanding fine arts programs at Grace Christian Academy. As students perform in the areas of theater, music, and band, families also enjoy a school-wide display of artwork, photography, digital design, sculpture, and more. We would love to have you join us to celebrate these students' incredible artistic talents!
Order of Events: Monday, April 15
- 3:30 - 6:30 pm - Lower School Art Viewing
- 5:00 - 6:30 pm - Upper School Art Viewing
- 5:45 - 5:55 - Winterguard Performance
- 6:00 - 6:30 pm - Band Performance
- 6:45 - 8:15 pm - Spring Choral Concert
Don't Miss the High Flying Production of Mary Poppins
Grace Christian Academy Upper School presents the award-winning Broadway musical and classic Walt Disney film Mary Poppins on March 2-3.
Join us for an enchanting mixture of irresistible stories, unforgettable songs, and breathtaking dance numbers. Shows will be held March 2 and 3, with showtimes at 12:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the door and are $15 for adults and $8 for students/seniors.
GCA Theater Transports the Audience During Alice In Wonderland
It was a wild and crazy ride as Alice navigated the shenanigans of all the classic characters of Wonderland and desperately tried to make her way home! The GCA Theatre Department hosted an outstanding production of Alice in Wonderland this fall. Tonya Wilson, GCA Theatre Department Director, the cast and crew did a fantastic job preparing for and performing this entertaining story. We're so proud of your efforts and thankful for the talents you shared.
GCA Fine Arts in the News
![GCA Students Named Finalists in 2022 ACE Awards]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651509231/gcaramsorg/eqtor4o4ehkdfuuh6wyf/News_ACEAwards.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651509231/gcaramsorg/eqtor4o4ehkdfuuh6wyf/News_ACEAwards.png","width":450}])
GCA Students Named Finalists in 2022 ACE Awards
Congratulations to these GCA students who were named as finalists in the 2022 ACE Awards Online Singing Competition! Senior Avery Arwood is a finalist in the "Best Open Singing" category; 4th grader Macy Shoemaker and 8th grader Abigail Seaman are finalists in the "Best Rising Star" category.
You can vote for them beginning tonight, May 2 at 7pm when their videos are posted online at www.aceknox.com through May 7. A panel of judges will also review and score the final videos. We're so proud of all of you!
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![GCA MS Choir Receives Superior Rating]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651496022/gcaramsorg/m3etgasapsbaq5423to8/News_MSChoir_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651496022/gcaramsorg/m3etgasapsbaq5423to8/News_MSChoir_1.png","width":450}])
GCA MS Choir Receives Superior Rating
A big congratulations to the GCA Middle School Choir who scored a SUPERIOR rating and second place in the "Music in the Parks Choral Festival", hosted by Dollywood on Saturday, April 30. We're so proud of this talented group and their director, Mrs. Melissa Porier!
- Fine Arts
![GCA MS Theatre Department Presents "Charlotte's Web"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1648647902/gcaramsorg/dlulsgcy3rb5dunlbuuh/News_CharlottesWeb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1648647902/gcaramsorg/dlulsgcy3rb5dunlbuuh/News_CharlottesWeb.png","width":450}])
GCA MS Theatre Department Presents "Charlotte's Web"
Mark your calendar for the GCA MS Theatre Department's presentation of the beloved childhood classic, "Charlotte's Web"! With two performances on Friday, May 13, at 12:30pm and 7pm, you'll delight in the talents of GCA Middle School students as they share this engaging story onstage.
See you there!
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![GCA Choral Groups Receive Highest Ranking]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1649097331/gcaramsorg/owrtnmkmfdqjv0j31gej/News_EnsembleSeniors.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1649097331/gcaramsorg/owrtnmkmfdqjv0j31gej/News_EnsembleSeniors.png","width":450}])
GCA Choral Groups Receive Highest Ranking
Congratulations to the US Ensemble who just returned from competition in the 2022 Williamsburg World Strides Choral Festival. All three GCA choral groups received Superior (GOLD) ratings and had the highest scores for the 1A division, a clean sweep!
Congratulations to the GCA Ensemble and Director, Mrs. Melissa Porier!
- Fine Arts
![2021 GCA Storytelling Festival Delights Audience]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1633720261/gcaramsorg/gdyo5bmxt4h0j86zsx1w/News_Storytelling2021.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1633720261/gcaramsorg/gdyo5bmxt4h0j86zsx1w/News_Storytelling2021.png","width":450}])
2021 GCA Storytelling Festival Delights Audience
The GCA Storytelling Festival was back for 2021 and yet another resounding success! Third through sixth grade students competed for a panel of highly respected and local celebrity judges from WVLT and UTK as they shared stories of action and adventure. We're so proud of all our students for their hard work and preparation for this exciting competition.
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![GCA Students Reach Finals in ACE Awards]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1620242942/gcaramsorg/h5gvwqjg8brkxhztrbwi/News_ACESigning.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1620242942/gcaramsorg/h5gvwqjg8brkxhztrbwi/News_ACESigning.png","width":450}])
GCA Students Reach Finals in ACE Awards
Congratulations to GCA students, Hannah Johnson and Phillip Taylor, who reached the finals of the high school division in the ACE Singing Awards (formerly Bijou Awards). GCA 8th-grader, Sophia Newton, was also awarded as a "Rising Star" in the category for 8th grade and younger.
We're so proud of you!
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Grace Baptist Church Performing Arts Center
The Grace Performing Arts Center (GPAC) provides quality instruction in the arts for students of all ages. Our focus is to honor the Lord as we strive for a high level of performance using the gifts He has given. Alongside our goal of developing artistic skills in our students, it is our goal to help students understand how they can use those gifts for the greater glory of God. GPAC teachers provide instruction throughout the school calendar year, with some private lessons offered throughout the summer. https://www.gracebc.org/gpac/