Not Even Lightning Can Stop All Arts Night!

The Clark Music Center was alive with energy this past Saturday as Lawrenceville's annual All Arts Night took center stage. Bringing together members of the Lawrenceville community for a night of awe-inspiring performances, this event showcased the incredible talent and passion of the School's artistic community. The electrifying dance performances of Tour de Force, Suave, and Nachale were a highlight of the evening, showcasing the dancers' incredible skill and precision. The soulful harmonies of the vocal groups, Voicemale, Rouge, and the Larries were equally impressive. The improv comedy group Impulse added a touch of levity to the program with their clever and witty sketches, catering to a wide range of interests and tastes. The event also featured community-engaging visual arts experiences, allowing attendees to fully immerse themselves in the artistic community through a collective mural.  

Celebrating student artists through events like All Arts Night is crucial to highlight the value of promoting a thriving artistic community on campus. It allows Lawrentians to showcase their work, build their confidence and share their passion with others. 

When Student Council Arts Representative Stephanie Xu ’23 was conceptualizing what she wanted All Arts Night to look like, she knew she wanted “to make sure we gave a lot of our art groups a chance to perform, particularly the three acapella groups and the En Corps dance groups” who don’t generally get to perform more than two to three times a year. Providing student artists with the opportunity to showcase their talents is a celebration of their hard work and dedication, fostering a sense of camaraderie and teamwork among performers. When performing as part of a group, students are able to see the product of their collective efforts and build a fierce sense of pride in their accomplishments. When talking about her experience performing with Suave, Xu noted that although some rehearsals were at times “very chaotic and hard to manage,” she had “an absolute blast” performing. This sentiment speaks to the true essence of performing arts: the joy of sharing one's passion with others. With events such as All Arts Night, the accessibility of Lawrenceville's arts community is highlighted, helping to widen the scope of student involvement and appreciation of the arts on campus.

Ultimately, events such as All Arts Night serve as a showcase of Lawrenceville's diverse arts community and a testament to the exceptional dedication and talent of its student artists. By celebrating the arts, the event underscores the significance of arts education and bolsters the already thriving artistic community that exists here on campus.