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The Arts

The Arts at TASOK - Where creativity, culture, and expression come to life.

At The American School of Kinshasa (TASOK), the arts are essential to who we are and how we learn. Through music, theater, dance, and visual arts, students explore creative expression, build confidence, and contribute to a spirited, inclusive community. From their first days on campus, students are immersed in opportunities to perform, create, and grow—developing skills that last a lifetime. Our programs are rooted in TASOK’s core values of Excellence, Integrity, and Inclusivity and aligned with our mission to empower students as independent global community leaders. The arts are more than just a subject—they are a shared experience that strengthens community and brings learning to life.

🌟 Signature Experiences in the Arts

The arts come to life at TASOK through immersive, high-impact experiences that give students opportunities to shine beyond the classroom. Highlights include:

Annual Theater Productions

 

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Open to Secondary students, showcasing acting, directing, and stagecraft 
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Music Ensembles

 

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Choir, band, and
instrumental training across age groups
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Student Art Exhibitions

 

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Featuring original works created across
visual media
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Integrated Arts Curriculum

 

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Aligned with
PYP, MYP, and DP
programs
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Collaborations with Artists

 

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Enriching cultural exchange and artistic growth
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Performance Showcases

 

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Celebrating progress, process, and
creative expression
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The Arts at TASOK

🎭 THEATER & DRAMA

 

Offered in PYP, MYP, and DP

From early storytelling to advanced theatrical production, TASOK students develop skills in acting, directing, scriptwriting, and stage design. In the IB Theatre program, students explore global performance traditions, devise original works, and use theatre as a platform for social change.

▪️ Live performances and collaborative showcases are key highlights of each year.

TASOK Production Handbook

🎼 MUSIC

 

Offered in PYP and MYP

Students learn to read, create, and perform music through singing, percussion, and instrumental work. Music lessons focus on enjoyment, literacy, cultural appreciation, and expressive confidence.

▪️ Opportunities to perform at school events build community and self-assurance.

💻 DIGITAL & MEDIA ARTS (Integrated within Visual Arts & Design)

 

Offered in MYP and DP

Students engage with digital illustration, multimedia production, photography, and graphic composition as tools of modern expression. These elements are woven into the Visual Arts and Design programs, preparing students to create in today’s tech-infused creative world.
 

🎨 VISUAL ARTS

 

Offered in PYP, MYP, and DP

Students explore painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography, digital art, and more. Guided by skilled art educators, they experiment with techniques, study artists from around the world, and express their identities through evolving personal styles.

▪️ Public exhibitions such as the MYP Arts Expo and IB Visual Arts Exhibition celebrate student voice and vision.

🚰 DESIGN

 

Offered in MYP 6–10

In our hands-on MYP Design program, students explore the design cycle through real-world challenges. Projects range from video game development and robotics to architectural models and STEM toys.

▪️ Students learn coding, blueprinting, and innovative problem-solving—skills that bridge art, technology, and engineering.
 

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