The ISAS Arts Festival brings together thousands of student artists from member schools for a weekend of creativity, performance, and exhibitions. Participation in the Festival is intended to foster high standards and stimulate creativity in the performing and visual arts programs of the schools and in the individual endeavors of students and teachers.
Location
Greenhill School, 4141 Spring Valley Road, Addison, Texas 75001
Dates and Times
Thursday, April 8, 2027, from 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Friday, April 9, 2027, from 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday, April 10, 2027, from 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Head of Arts
Terry Martin, martint@greenhill.org
Festival Coordinator
Emily Eland, elande@greenhill.org
Office Email
isas2027@greenhill.org
Festival Hotel Information
Jessica Alves, jalves@hpnglobal.com
All School Planning Meeting at Greenhill
Friday, September 25 – 26, 2026
60th Independent Schools Association of the Southwest Arts Festival at Greenhill
Thursday, April 8 – Saturday, April 10, 2027
Preliminary Registration
Thursday, October 1 – Friday, October 30, 2026
Preliminary Registration Deposits Due
Monday, November 30, 2026
Individual Student and Chaperone Registration
Tuesday, December 1 – Friday, December 18, 2026
Final Registration Payments Due
Friday, February 5, 2027
The Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS) Arts Festival began in 1967 with an invitation from the Casady School Choir to the choirs of Wichita Collegiate and Holland Hall. Since then, the festival has grown to become the nation’s premier annual regional arts festival for independent schools. Typically held each spring on the campus of a different member school, the festival brings together approximately 35 participating schools and around 3,000 students.
Unlike traditional competitions, the ISAS Arts Festival emphasizes sharing and learning, with critiques from professional artists and performers. This collaborative approach fosters creativity, experimentation, and mutual appreciation among the schools. The festival has played a significant role in developing strong arts programs at participating ISAS member schools, inspiring both students and educators alike.