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The Art of What's Possible
Fine and Performing Arts Education at ODA
In a world that demands both imagination and adaptability, the Fine and Performing Arts program at The Out-of-Door Academy is a springboard for self-discovery, collaboration, and creativity. Whether a student’s goal is to become an art scholar, a practicing artist, a professional performer, or to use art as a creative outlet, our fine and performing arts curriculum provides a solid foundation in critical thinking and creative skills for life. Performances and exhibits at every level instill a sense of pride and ownership for students and give the community an opportunity to enjoy and celebrate the work of our students.

ALL IN FOR THE ARTS
ENERGIZE THE ARTS
Celebrate and energize the arts at ODA with an inspirational evening featuring music, live painting, raffles, and a playful art activity to channel your inner child. Experience the creativity and collaboration at the heart of ODA’s arts programs.
Fine and Performing Arts Highlights
A Year of Standing Ovations
- Top Choir Honors: Concert Choir received a Superior rating and Superior Sight Reading designation at the Concert Music Performance Assessment
- Orchestral Excellence: Middle and Upper School Orchestras received Straight Superior ratings at the Solo and Ensemble Music Performance Assessment, with many students also participating at the All-County and state level
- Percussion Distinction: Percussion Ensemble earned Superior ratings at the Solo and Ensemble Music Performance Assessment for the second consecutive year
- Thespian Festival Awards: Four Excellent ratings and one Superior rating achieved at the State Thespian Festival
- All-County Chorus Recognition: Ten Upper School and four Middle School students selected for All-County Chorus
- Record Band Participation: Forty Band students participated in Solo and Ensemble Evaluations—the highest number in school history
- All-County Band Selections: Six Band students selected for All-County Band
- Visual Art Accolades: Four Silver Key winners and four Honorable Mentions in the Scholastic Art Awards
- Theatrical Excellence: Produced three Mainstage shows and one One Act production, which earned an overall Excellent rating
- Honor Choir Involvement: Invited to participate in the Florida Atlantic University Honor Choir in Boca Raton, FL
- Campus Art Showcases: Hosted three major visual art shows across all ODA campuses
- Pep Band Revival: Revived the Pep Band to boost school spirit on campus and at sporting events
Contact Us
Historic Siesta Key Campus - Lower Schools Directions 941-349-3223
Lower School Campus on Clark Road - Lower Schools Directions 941-349-3223
Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch - Middle & Upper Schools Directions 941-349-3223