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Distinguished Alumni The Arts Academy is extremely proud to have nurtured and molded many successful alumni, some of which include: Jessie L. Martin (The Flash, RENT, Law & Order), Ani DiFranco (Recording artist, Founder of "Babeville"), Claudine Ewing (WGRZ-TV), Pete Gallivan (WGRZ-TV), Stefan Mychajliw (Erie County Comptroller), Ramona Thomas-Reynolds (Principal of MLK), Carmen Intorre (Professional percussionist/drummer, Graduate of Juilliard School of Music), Gabriel Croom (Broadway cast of “Lion King”), Elizabeth Young (President/Creative Director at Studio LLC), Julian Montague (Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Photographer, and Installation Artist), Daniel Croix (Actor in "The Oval", "Manhunt"), Aitina Fareed-Cooke also known as A.I. The Anomaly (Buffalo's Poet Laureate, Get Fokus'd Productions founder, Musician, Photographer, and lyricist). Current Arts Academy alumni on staff include: Jody Covington (Principal), Connor Graham (Theater), Nicole Jones (Dance), David Riffel (Media Communications), Don Jones (Admissions Coordinator). Alumni Works Coming Soon! Coming Soon! Coming Soon! Coming Soon! Get Added to Alumni Works! Photo Memories Alumni News

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Arts Archive Produced by the Media Communications Department Welcome to the Arts Archive, where the beautiful and unique works of all BAVPA students are stored. WATCH VIDEOS BY YEAR LISTEN

FAQ Q: When are auditions usually held? A: Auditions usually take place during the months of October and November. Please see your school counselor or visit our website for more information. Check our Admissions page. Q: Has anyone famous ever graduated from BAVPA? A: We are proud to claim many very successful alumnae, including Jessie L. Martin (Law & Order, RENT, The Irrational), Ani DiFranco (recording artist, founder of Righteous Babe Record label and "Babeville"), Claudine Ewing (WGRZ-TV), Pete Gallivan (WGRZ-TV), Stefan Mychajliw (former TV reporter for WGRZ/WKBW, former Public Relations Officer for BPS), Ramona Thomas-Reynolds (Principal of MLK Multicultural Institute), Jody Covington (Principal at Arts Academy), Carmen Intorre (percussionist/drummer, graduate of Juilliard School of Music), George Davis (current music teacher at Arts Academy), David Riffel (current media communications teacher at Arts Academy), Connor Graham (current theatre teacher at Arts Academy), Nicole Jones (current dance teacher at Arts Academy), and many more. Q: Do you offer accelerated courses? A: Yes. Students invited for participation in our accelerated program take advanced studies beginning in grade 7. During 8th grade, accelerated students take honors level courses including Integrated Algebra and Living Environment. Visit our Guidance Page for more information. Learn More About Our Arts & Academics School Type: Criteria-based Grades: 5-12 Board District: Central Principal: Jody Covington Uniforms: None School Population: 724 NYS School Report Card: 2023-2024

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School Groups Student Matinees BEST SCHOOL-DAY TICKET IN TOWN Matinee Ticket Request Form BOOK YOUR TICKETS TO ARTS Call 716-816-4220, ext 4423 or cgeorge@buffaloschools.org to reserve seats for your student group. Tickets: $3 per student, chaperones free. Best Ticket Price in Town for School-time Productions. The Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts creates theatre experiences that educate, challenge and inspire. The professionally developed productions are an opportunity for your students to see the young people that look like them creating incredible works of art. We offer Weekday Student Matinee performances. Every student matinee performance concludes with a brief Q & A with the actors and crew to offer your students a glimpse into our process. We offer performances designated for ASL/AD and wheelchair seating is available in all performances. Attending an Arts Academy performance can ignite students’ creativity, while supporting your curriculum and learning goals. Payments can be made with cash or money order. All payments must be received before the performance date. Additional tickets can be purchased based on availability. 2018-2019 Season - School Group Matinees MUSICALS ON THE MAIN STAGE PLAYS IN THE BLACK BOX SPECIAL PRODUCTIONS NIGHT OF THE LIVING MAJOR a spooky production of Dance, Music, Film, Art, Theatre October 26 - 9:50AM & 7PM BLACK HISTORY PRESENTATION, a Study of W.E.B. DUBOIS February 5 - 9:50AM & 7PM BPO SIDE-BY-SIDE - Free Event KLEINHANS MUSIC HALL May 8 - 7PM PERCEPTIONS Multi-Media Presentation May 17 - 7PM AGES 13 & UP

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Class of 2025 Class of 2025 Class of 2025 Class of 2025 Class of 2025 Graduation Videographers: Christopher Anderson & Mr. Riffel The Space Between the Bell Produced By: Nabiha Rahmani Senior Sign Out Produced By: Rosary Javier & Liam Harris Senior Portrait Slideshow Curated By: Juniper Hough Senior Class Day Rose Ceremony Videographers: Isaiah Firestone & Christopher Anderson Lana Interviews Disaster! Interviewers & Videographers: Alana Costner & Briah Burney Walk-A-Thon Video Director: Alana Costner Pep Rally Video Videographers: Charlie B, Breena H, Zailah H, Kiera C Volleyball Senior Night Video Director: Alana Costner Volleyball Senior Photos Photographer: Nabiha Rahmani Senior Highlight Reel Curated By: Jada'Nae Jones Class of 2025 Graduation Photos Photographers: Mr. Riffel, Rosary Javier, Tion Thomas & Ms. Glorioso Class of 2025 Black Box Portraits Photographer: Mr. Riffel Senior Class Day Rose Ceremony Photographers: Mr. Riffel, Rosary Javier & Tion Thomas Prom 2K25 Photos Photographer: Adriel Ramos Prom 2025 Photos Photographer: Rosary Javier Softball Sectional Photos Photographer: Adriel Ramos Orchestra Photos Photographer: Alana Costner Media Major Photos Photographer: Nabiha Rahmani Guitar Major Photos Photographer: Nabiha Rahmani Winter Spirit Week Photos Photographer: Teagan C & Zailah H Pep Rally Photos Photographer: Teagan Cannan Fall Spirit Week Photos Photographer: Juniper H, Elijah S, Nabiha R, Nailea G, Charlie B, Tion T, & Teagan C Walk-A-Thon Photos Photographer: Alana Costner Swim Senior Photos Photographer: Alana Costner Girls Varsity Basketball Senior Photos Photographer: Alana Costner Soccer Senior Photos Photographer: Alana Costner Golf, Cheer & Cross Country Senior Photos Photographer: Alana Costner Cheerleading Senior Photos Photographer: Alana Costner