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DISTINCTIVE PROGRAMS

Arts at MBA

DISTINCTIVE PROGRAMS

Arts at MBA

Creative expression. Character development. Community.

At Montgomery Bell Academy, the arts are essential to who we are and how we express ourselves. Whether through brushstrokes, stage lights, or song, our students explore new perspectives, discover their voices, and engage deeply with the world around them. 

Here, we believe that art, while challenging, is deeply rewarding for those who engage in it. Even as artificial intelligence and algorithms become central to our lives, we recognize that human creativity can never be replaced.

Explore the disciplines that shape hearts, minds, and futures.

Student painting

VISUAL ARTS

Discovering Themselves Through Visual Expression 

MBA’s Visual Arts program is a vibrant studio for exploration and achievement. Our students consistently earn double the regional awards of peer schools and gain national recognition for their work.

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Drama students performing

THEATER

Building Character
On Stage and In Life

From Shakespeare to student-written one-acts, every production is an invitation to wrestle with big questions and embody lives beyond one’s own. With multiple performances a year—including collaborations with peer schools—our theater program shapes powerful storytellers who exude passion, empathy, and perspective.

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Students playing violins

MUSIC

Encouraging Exploration, Excellence, and Expression 

MBA’s music program welcomes more than 150 boys in grades 7–12 across choir, band, and orchestra. Far more than music education, we challenge boys to refine their skills, discover their creativity, and experience the beauty of making music together. Whether classical, jazz, or contemporary, each performance captures the harmony of talent, character, and connection. 

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