Students will study drama, music, dance, literature and creative writing in one of LAUSD’s finest performance and instructional facilities. A magnificent 1200-seat theater will be a gateway to the arts for the entire neighborhood. The historical and technical elements of performance will be taught with a thematic emphasis on the power writers and performers have to transform society. The curriculum will feature modern, culturally relevant works as well as canonized texts. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their work in a wide range of dynamic performances, including Folklorico presentations, bilingual theatrical pieces, and poetry readings and slams. Partnerships with arts and entertainment organizations will connect students with talented professional artists.

Students will study drama, music, dance, literature and creative writing in one of LAUSD’s finest performance and instructional facilities. A magnificent 1200-seat theater will be a gateway to the arts for the entire neighborhood. The historical and technical elements of performance will be taught with a thematic emphasis on the power writers and performers have to transform society. The curriculum will feature modern, culturally relevant works as well as canonized texts. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their work in a wide range of dynamic performances, including Folklorico presentations, bilingual theatrical pieces, and poetry readings and slams. Partnerships with arts and entertainment organizations will connect students with talented professional artists.

Blanca Reynaga, Counselor

Mark Brodie, Lead Teacher/Theatre
Sabrina Bunting, English/Journalism
Doris Carrola, ESL
Joanna Chen, Science
Pin Chen, Music
Miguel Covarrubias, AP History
David Diaz, Music
George Espinoza, English
Nicholas Gibbs, English
German Gurrola, Social Studies
Rachel Haserjian, Math
Grigor Khudyan, Math
Roderick Leverett, ROP - Stage Tech/Theatre Management
Mona Mallery, SDP English
Mr. McDermott, English
Pam Nehring, Resource Specialist
Marie Schmidt, Math
Sharon Shakur, Dance
Gregg Strouse, Science
Jose de Jesus Torres, Spanish

West Adams Prep partners with strong community organizations to expand learning opportunities and engage students with the world at large. Throughout the year, the school will develop relationships with new partners to provide increasing opportunities for students.
Cornerstone Theater Company MALDEF (The Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund) Odyssey of the Mind Project Power Chord The Music Center: Performing Arts Center of Los Angeles County WriteGirl youTHink
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