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At Willows Prep, performing and visual arts empower students to create, perform, and lead with confidence. From acting to technical theatre, students engage in a rich creative journey that spans performance, design, and production. As active Thespians, they compete, collaborate, and excel on global stages, gaining recognition through award-winning performances and real-world artistic experiences. Elective pathways vary by grade level, with select courses building on prior experience or prerequisite study - reflecting the breadth of this preparatory school in Redmond.
Artistic excellence
Develop confidence, technique and creative expression through a progressive pathway in acting, production and design, supporting students from foundational exploration to advanced performance.
Signature productions
Bring learning to life through ambitious fall and spring productions that engage the entire school community.
Award-winning thespians
Extend performance experience through participation in the school’s Thespian troupe, with opportunities to showcase work in prestigious events and competitions.
Technical Theatre
Explore the creative and technical side of production through specialist courses in stage makeup, costuming, lighting, sound, and set and prop design.
Professional artistic development
Deepen artistic practice through workshops, leadership experiences and collaboration with industry professionals and arts institutions.
Student-led theatre
Take creative ownership by devising, directing and performing original work for authentic school audiences.
International festivals
Connect with the global theatre community through participation in the International Thespian Festival, where students collaborate, learn and share performance experiences with peers from around the world.
Performing Arts
Develop theatrical understanding through courses that build skills in script analysis, theatre history, reflection, devised work and performance practice across progressively advanced acting classes.
Music
Build instrumental technique and musicianship through a structured band pathway that develops music theory, repertoire, ensemble performance and, at advanced level, composition and arrangement.
Visual Arts
Explore two-dimensional and studio-based artistic practice through drawing, painting, printmaking, collage and illustration, while developing visual communication, critique and creative thinking.
Students at Willows Prep thrive in theatre through award-winning performances, sold-out productions and student-led creative opportunities.
Gold Award at THESPYs
Won by our Thespian troupe at the International Thespian Excellence Awards.
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sold-out nights achieved for A Wrinkle in Time production.
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short plays created and performed by our students, with both productions presented at a whole-school assembly.
Students follow a progressive theatre pathway from Grades 5 - 12, building confidence, stage presence and creative expression over time. In Grades 5 - 6, they begin with a broad introduction to theatre, exploring acting, storytelling, design, writing and the experience of performance as a whole. In Grades 7 - 8, students develop core acting skills through vocal and physical expression, script work, rehearsal practice and theatre history. By Grades 9 - 12, they deepen their craft through more advanced performance work, reflection, devised theatre and production-based experiences, with opportunities to perform in major school productions, student-led plays and the school’s Thespian program.
In Grades 5 - 6, beginners are introduced to band through foundational instrumental study, basic music theory and early ensemble playing. Students may begin on flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, or percussion, including snare drum and mallets. In Grades 7 - 8, they strengthen technique and confidence through progressively more advanced repertoire and theory in middle school band. In Grades 9 - 12, students refine performance standards further while also developing greater musical independence through composition and arrangement.
Students explore visual expression through a broad studio arts pathway that develops technical skill, observation and creative confidence. In Grades 5 - 6, they build foundations in the elements of art and principles of design through hands-on experimentation and creative exploration. In Grades 7 - 8, students broaden their practice across studio disciplines while strengthening technique and visual communication. By Grades 9 - 12, they can deepen their interests through more specialized art-making, developing both personal style and a stronger command of artistic process, critique and presentation.
In Grades 5 - 6, Technical Theatre is introduced as part of students’ early exploration of theatre as a collaborative art form. In Grades 7 - 8, students begin to build practical design and production skills through foundational technical theatre learning. From Grades 8 -10, they can specialize further in areas such as costume and stage make-up, lighting and sound, and set and prop design, applying the design cycle to live productions. In Grades 11 -12, students can extend this design thinking further through advanced design-focused study grounded in real-world problem-solving, planning and evaluation.
In Grades 5 - 6, they are introduced to the design process through hands-on projects that combine physical materials and technology, developing curiosity, experimentation, and practical thinking. In Grades 7 -1 0, students can deepen these skills through a range of specialized courses, applying the design cycle across different creative and practical contexts. By Grades 11 - 12, they can extend this learning through DP Design Technology, using critical thinking and design strategies.
Students train, perform and express themselves in modern facilities designed to spark imagination, creativity and artistic excellence.
Gymnasium
A versatile gym with a built-in stage and retractable auditorium seating, supporting physical education, team sports, and performing arts, while seamlessly transforming into a dynamic theatre space for performances and events.
Art studio
A creative studio where students explore visual expression through hands-on projects, developing imagination, technique, and confidence across a range of artistic media.
Music room
An inspiring music room for practice, performance, and collaboration, where students strengthen creativity, listening skills, and confidence through shared musical experiences.
Design labs
Two hands-on design labs equipped for turning ideas into tangible solutions through creative problem-solving, technology integration, and making - featuring flexible workspaces, modern tools, and collaborative environments
Art is a language. If you’re taught the basics, anyone can learn to speak it
There’s something powerful about watching a student who thinks they aren’t artistic create something they’re truly proud of.
Gary Logan
My art teacher really helped me improve my skills and encouraged me to keep creating, even outside of class.
Anaya Agrawal
7th Grade Student
The creativity of our students absolutely blew me away when I first started teaching here.
Greg Roos
Design Technology Teacher
Mr. Gary Logan
Visual Arts Teacher
Ms. Becky Gil
Performing Arts Teacher
Mr. Greg Roos
Gary Logan is a visual artist and art educator born in the island nation of Trinidad and Tobago and raised primarily in the United States. He attended Boston University, where he earned both his Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Painting. During his time in Massachusetts, he began his career in education and social service while developing his artistic practice.
He later relocated to the New York area for ten years, where he worked as an art educator in various public schools. He subsequently moved to São Paulo, Brazil, where he further advanced his art career, taught English, and explored the country's diverse landscape and culture over a three-year period.
After returning to the United States, Logan lived in Miami for eight years, where he continued to develop his body of work and served as the Visual Arts Director at Miami Arts Charter School. He currently resides in Bellevue, Washington, where he devotes his time to his studio practice and teaching art at Willows Preparatory School.
Logan has participated in both solo and group exhibitions in Boston, New York, Montclair (NJ), São Paulo (Brazil), South Florida, St. Louis, Venice (Italy), Wisconsin, and Seattle. His artwork has been featured in publications such as The Seattle Times, All the Art, Bostonia Magazine, and the literary journals Callaloo and AGNI. In 1999, he was awarded the Philip Guston Prize, alongside poet Eric McHenry, for their collaborative work published in AGNI.
Becky Gil brings extensive experience as a theater director and performing artist to our school community. With a deep commitment to both teaching and her own artistic development, she continues to refine her craft through ongoing performance and acting work outside the classroom. Her dual perspective as both educator and active actor enriches our performing arts program, inspiring students to pursue excellence while discovering their own creative voices. Becky's leadership fosters a vibrant environment where students explore theatrical expression, develop confidence, and build lasting skills in the performing arts.
Greg Roos brings a wealth of expertise in design and technology education to our school community, combining a degree in mechanical engineering with a master's in education. With a strong background in innovative teaching methods and hands-on learning, he guides students through the creative process of designing, prototyping, and problem-solving. Greg's passion for empowering young designers is evident in his commitment to fostering critical thinking and technical skills that prepare students for real-world challenges. His classroom is a dynamic space where creativity meets functionality, and students learn to transform ideas into tangible solutions.
Own the stage with confidence at Willows Preparatory School through a dynamic program of visual arts, music and performing arts courses.
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