When it comes to extra-curricular activities, performance arts are a great way to make new friends, learn new skills and of course have fun. Bishop O’Dowd High School has a rich history of jazz, string and symphonic bands and our highly-acclaimed drama group stages fabulous performances multiple times a year for the community. We encourage any interested students to join us.
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Drama
One of the more popular co-curricular activities at O’Dowd, O’Dowd theatre students ignite the community with several performances a year in our beautiful 325-seat performing arts center. From classics to musicals to modern plays, each year brings something new to applaud.
Come on babe why don’t we paint the town! And all that Jazz!
This year’s spring show is the Tony award winning musical Chicago! A universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one show stopping song after another! Chicago is a satire on the universal truth of corruption and celebrity.
Set in Roaring Twenties Chicago, Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband to take the fall, until he finds out he’s been duped and turns on her. Facing conviction and death row, Roxie, and another “Merry Murderess”, Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the “American Dream”: fame, fortune, and acquittal.
Come see why this dark musical comedy holds the record for the longest running revival and the longest running American musical in Broadway history!
Online ticket sales closed. Tickets for the closing weekend will be available for purchase at the door. We accept only cash or checks. There is a limited number left, so please arrive early to guarantee you get to see the show! For more questions about tickets, please email Jonathan Angeles at [email protected].
Opening Weekend
Friday, April 29 at 7pm
Saturday, April 30 at 7pm
Sunday, May 1 at 2pm
Friday, April 29 at 7pm
Saturday, April 30 at 7pm
Sunday, May 1 at 2pm
Closing Weekend
Thursday, May 5 at 7pm
Friday, May 6 at 7pm
Saturday, May 7 at 7pm
Sunday, May 8 at 2pm
Thursday, May 5 at 7pm
Friday, May 6 at 7pm
Saturday, May 7 at 7pm
Sunday, May 8 at 2pm
For general questions/inquiries please email Ashkon Davaran at
[email protected]
For questions regarding tickets please email Jonathan Angeles at
[email protected]
We Were There: A Crisis Reflected
O’Dowd’s original show from Fall 2020 is now available! “We Were There: A Crisis Reflected” features student-produced monologues, scenes, songs, dance, and film that responds to both living through a global pandemic, and the heightened social, political, and cultural crisis to address institutionalized racism in our country.
“In theatre, we are humanitarians. We make change by telling stories. That’s our charism for social justice. We help people see the world differently, and we motivate them to action.”
-Trina Oliver, aka “MizzO”
Theatre Arts, Bishop O’Dowd High School
Part 1 https://youtu.be/G9KqyYRmsUM
Part 2 https://youtu.be/VIjORdQe0NU
Band/Orchestra
O’Dowd’s popular Instrumental Music Department offers student musicians a number of ways to showcase their talents. From String Orchestra to Symphonic Band to Jazz Workshop, Jazz Combo, and Advanced Jazz Band, music aficionados have plenty of opportunities to play and develop what they love. Regardless of which ensemble they join, students will get the chance to join a tradition of musical excellence and to perform at various festivals and concerts throughout the year. Performances have included Reno Jazz Festival, CMEA Festivals, Music in The Parks, Santa Cruz Jazz Festival, Campana Festival, and Disneyland. Many of our students have gone on to become working professionals and educators in the field of music.
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