Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening with Performing Arts
Published May 17, 2026
Volume 310
Tim Hurt - Performing Arts Director
WHAT’S HAPPENING…
2026-2027 Department Updates
Patrons Program
Music Arts Academy - Now Enrolling
Instrument Repair
2026-27 DEPARTMENT UPDATES
Theatre
We are planning an informational meeting for all students rising 6th through 12th grade. This is NEXT WEEK!! This will also serve as the final Thespian meeting of the year, for Troupe 8184. Here are the details:
Tuesday, May 19 / the PAD (Building 1)
3:30 PM - 3:45 PM -
MS and HS students together / this is a short meeting
Introduction of staff for 2026-27 and how Theatre will function
One Act and MS Musical show reveals!
Summer clubs
And more…
*MS students picked up at 3:45pm from Building 1
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM -
Thespian Troupe 8184 final meeting (HS Thespians only)
We have a new Director who will be leading our Elementary Drama Club, Mr. Charles Maceo. We are excited to have him on board, he will be leading our 1st-3rd grade club, and also our 3rd-5th grade club. This after school adventure will happen approximately September 2026 through March 2027. More details to come.
We are also increasing the role of Mrs. Julissa Hobbs. She has been with us for the past year leading our 1st-3rd grade Drama Club. She will now be stepping up into a larger role, directing both our MS Musical and our HS Musical. Her wealth of knowledge and experience have already made a difference in our students, and we can’t wait to see our older students benefit as well. Welcome Mrs. Hobbs!
And we are excited to have Mrs. Lizzie Perez back next year, directing our HS One Act and also our Thespian Troupe. She has poured so much into the Theatre Department at TCS, and we know great things are in store. Thank you Mrs. Perez for the passion and heart with which you serve. Next year is going to be amazing!
Band
We have a new Band Director for next year, Mrs. Kim Snow!
She comes with a Masters in Music Education from GCSU, her principal instrument is oboe. She has already been on campus a few times observing and even jumping in to teach some of our younger students. She will primarily be teaching 5th grade and MS bands, and also filling the role of our department administrative assistant for all of Performing Arts. Welcome Mrs. Snow!
Chorus
Mrs. Meagan Dixon will continue to lead our MS and HS Choruses, these groups are growing and we are so excited to see the musicality and passion for vocal music here. We are also introducing a NEW group to MS Chorus, Mr. Hurt will be leading a Boys’ Chorus. This is for MS boys only, we are separating them from the girls next year. We feel this will motivate these boys to join and continue their love for vocal music. Boys, prepare for a lot of fun and creativity together! Be on the lookout for elective signups throughout the summer.
Orchestra
Mrs. Sharissa Manwaring will continue to teach here, building the string program at TCS. This has come such a long way, and to her credit. She is inspiring our students to love the strings! Trinity is the only school in Coweta County with a full orchestral program, this is such an asset to our students and our community. And Mrs. Manwaring brings such a wealth of knowledge and spirituality - we are blessed!
PATRONS PROGRAM
2026-27 Patrons NOW OPEN!
We would like to invite you to partner with our Arts programs through our Performing Arts Patrons Program. This is a way to directly support our students in the Arts through your generosity. If you would like more information, or to give, please visit www.tcslions.org/patrons or contact us and we would be glad to answer your questions.
We are currently building our 2026-27 Patrons list, you could be some of the first to join for the new year. Thank you so much for your support! Our students are always better for it!
We are seeking Family and Corporate Sponsors to join us as we continue to grow in the Arts, with a variety of perks for you at each level of giving. Your generosity helps us do projects like this and more, as this program is designed to invest in the next generation of artists, musicians, and performers. Your support helps fund instruments, productions, equipment, enriching opportunities, vision projects and more…
For more information or to give today, please visit https://tcslions.org/patrons
Join us as we invest in the Arts, and inspire the future!
At TCS, our Patrons are truly “All About the Arts!!”
Contact Jake Mullins, our Patrons Board President - artspatrons@tcslions.org or 470-505-4356 // or visit our website: https://tcslions.org/patrons - we can't wait to get you involved.
2025-26 PROJECTS COMPLETED BECAUSE OF YOUR GIVING:
MUSIC ARTS ACADEMY - NOW ENROLLING
To enhance the Performing Arts experience at Trinity Christian School, we offer the opportunity for private instruction, with a growing number of vocal and instrumental options. Our programs offer instruction at various levels to include those who are newly discovering their musical talents, as well as those who have been refining their art for years. Interested in private instruction? This is the place for you!
Here is a list of our list of 2026-27 instructors.
Aileen Alcantara - Piano, Voice - aileen.alcantara@gmail.com
Nien-hwa Chin - Cello, Piano - nzc102@gmail.com
Jason Christian - Acoustic & Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Ukelele, Banjo - thebirdsongstudios@gmail.com
Meagan Dixon - Clarinet, Voice - meaganschlabach@gmail.com
Sharissa Manwaring - Violin - sharissa.manwaring@tcslions.org
Bill Melton - Low Brass - bill.melton@tcslions.org
Katie Palmer - Trumpet - katierollspalmer@gmail.com
Natalie Pinson - Violin - natalie.pinson@tcslions.org
Cathy Settle - Piano, Voice - cathy.settle@tcslions.org
Terah Tucker - Voice, Piano - terahlynn2@gmail.com
Frank van der Merwe - Guitar, Drum Set, Bass Guitar, Rock Vocals - fvdm92@gmail.com
Nathanael Woodruff - Guitar, Piano - grassfedpower3@gmail.com
For information regarding private music lessons, please contact one of the above instructors or visit https://tcslions.org/arts-academy.
To register, please contact tim.hurt@tcslions.org. All private music lessons are taught on the TCS campus, and are scheduled on an individual basis. We can’t wait to get you started!!
INSTRUMENT REPAIR
We use Big Note Music for on site repair of many of our musical instruments. If you have an instrument that needs repair, this may be a great option for you. The process works with you filling out an online form, pre-paying for the repair, and then they come for a scheduled repair session right on our Trinity campus. Your student wouldn’t be away from their instrument except when it’s on the repair table. This convenient option has worked for us for a few years now. Simply fill out the online form and let us know that a repair has been scheduled.
Online Link to Schedule a Repair: https://bignotemusic.com/product/schedule-repair/