Celebration of Community

CelebrationofCommunity_09Dec2015-6256On December 9th the YHS community gathered at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts for the annual “Celebration of Community”.

This annual event is the one time during the year that the entire community comes together. It’s a treat to hear our budding musicians perform in such a glorious venue, and to celebrate the spirit of the season together. View highlights from all the performances below.

CelebrationofCommunity_09Dec2015-6275The afternoon was interspersed with sing-a-long carols, a reading in French by Alex, Gr. 11, and a Sr. Improv Drama Presentation — a first for the Celebration of Community.

Special thanks to Leith Wheeler Investments for sponsoring this event. The impressive venue, carol singing, and festive atmosphere make for a wonderful holiday tradition. Watch the highlights below and view the full photo gallery.

Yorkies Compete at Canadian Improv Games

Sr. Improv Team
Sr. Improv Team

York House School has four highly energetic and committed Improv teams — three Junior teams and one Senior team. Each team of 7-8 improv-ers rehearses two mornings a week in preparation for their participation in Canadian Improv Games Lower Mainland tournament.

All four teams did an exceptional job during their performances. The Junior teams finished in 10th, 13th and 18th while the Senior team made it through the semi-finals into the Wildcard night, ultimately finishing in 7th place. Special note: Laura and Megha not only competed on the Senior team but also coached one of the junior teams.

Jr. Improv - Team 3
Jr. Improv – Team 3

Junior Team 1
Alex
Emily
Johanna
Ally
Anna
Kaitlyn
Maggie
Julia

Junior Team 4
Kate
Parisa
Devon
Maren
Tammy
Haley
Sarah
Lisa

Junior Team 3
Pepi
Angela
Rosy
Emma
Cici
Isobel
Olivia

Senior Team
Laura
Stephanie
Lara
Colette
Kathleen
Megha
Julianna
Anisha

Shannon Harrigan
Christopher Britt
Improv Coaches