Fine Arts

On May 15 and 16, our Middle School students amazed audiences with two outstanding performances of Aladdin. With full houses on both evenings, the production was a wonderful celebration of talent, creativity, and community spirit.

The musical featured incredible performances, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes, impressive visual effects, and live musicians who brought even more energy and excitement to both performances.

A heartfelt thank you to all the families and community members who attended and supported the performances. We are especially grateful to the parents who contributed countless hours sewing costumes, creating props, and designing the scenery and décor.

Special thanks also go to our stage managers and High School students for their support with lighting and sound, helping make this production such a memorable success.

Congratulations to everyone involved in this truly magical experience!

From May 15th to the 17th, CAISL's 8th grade students Emma G. and Vienn B. participated in the AMIS 2026 MS Honor Orchestra, hosted by the American School of The Hague. This prestigious festival requires students to audition for a spot, and the competition is fierce — depending on the instrument, for every student selected, one to three others did not make it in. What is achieved at these festivals is truly magical. Students grow not only as musicians, but as global citizens — developing an appreciation for other cultures, strong work ethics, perseverance, teamwork, and meaningful personal connections. No individual participant school has an ensemble of that size or caliber, but by combining forces through a challenging audition process, we are able to create an elite festival experience for high-achieving students.

The festival culminated in a concert performed at the historic Marekerk in Leiden — a breathtaking venue that added a truly special dimension to the experience. My co-chaperone, Ms. Elizabeth Strausbaugh, and I were incredibly proud of how eagerly our students embraced the culture of our host city. They were, as always, polite, well-mannered, and musically dedicated to giving their very best. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the parents for making this opportunity possible, and to our school's administration for their generous and full support of these events.

Next year, CAISL will host the 2027 AMIS HS Honor Orchestra — we look forward to welcoming an amazing musical event to our community!”

By Ms. Elena (String Orchestra & IB Music Teacher)

On the afternoon of April 24, CAISL’s Grade 1 and Grade 2 students delighted audiences with a lively musical performance of Giraffes Can’t Dance.

Dressed as vibrant jungle animals, students brought the story to life through expressive acting and beautiful singing. The performance also featured a variety of dance styles, including a Tango and a Folk dance, showcasing the students’ enthusiasm and growing confidence on stage.

The highlight of the show came with the final number—Footloose—which filled the theater with energy and joy, leaving the audience smiling and cheering.

It was a wonderful celebration of creativity, courage, and performance, as our youngest learners shone brightly on stage.

On April 21st, CAISL’s Grades 3 through 5 students took to the stage for their Spring Showcase, delighting audiences with an evening of music, drama, and meaningful storytelling.

Grade 5 students opened the event with a dynamic program featuring Orchestra, Choir, and Drama performances. Their work reflected both technical growth and a strong sense of collaboration, setting the tone for the evening.

Grades 3 and 4 followed with a musical centered on the theme of planet preservation, using performance to share an important message about caring for our environment. Through song, acting, and expressive storytelling, students brought energy and purpose to the stage.

Across all grade levels, students performed with confidence and enthusiasm, earning well-deserved applause from a proud audience. The showcase was a wonderful celebration of creativity, teamwork, and the performing arts at CAISL.