Fine Arts

Where Warriors Take The Stage

We’re proud to be the first non-arts-based charter school in South Carolina to offer a fully developed fine arts department with dedicated classrooms, a black box theater, and a team of passionate, specialized instructors. With 28 elective courses and over 15 performances and showcases each year, Warrior Fine Arts serves as both a creative outlet and a launchpad for future artists and performers.

Clubs & Extracurriculars

Pit Band
Musicians provide live music for the school’s primary musical theater production. Rehearsals are every Thursday and daily during tech week.
Run by Mr. Marsh – amarsh@staff.gtchs.org

Jazz Band
Student-driven after-school ensemble exploring jazz, blues, and rock. Performs at GTCHS events, such as awards day and concerts.
Run by Mr. Marsh – amarsh@staff.gtchs.org

Basketball Band
Performs at all home basketball games to energize players and fans throughout the game.
Run by Mr. Marsh – amarsh@staff.gtchs.org

Technical Theatre (Set Design Club)
Coincides with the technical theatre class. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays to design, build, and manage set production, props, and costumes. Required attendance during tech week.

Tech Team
Operates lighting and sound equipment during tech week and performances. Includes training on spotlight, light board, soundboard, and backstage mic management.
Run by Mr. Marsh – amarsh@staff.gtchs.org

International Thespian Society (ITS)
The only nationally recognized theatre honor society for students. Open to active show participants with at least 2 production credits (actors, musicians, tech crew).

What Makes GTCHS Different from Other Dual Enrollment Programs?

Here, dual enrollment is the model.

Our students don’t just take one or two college classes in their senior year. They learn how to be college students beginning in 10th grade, surrounded by the support of a high school team that knows how to help them grow.

To remove financial barriers, we cover 60% of tuition and 100% of textbook costs.

Volunteer & Give Back to the Fine Arts Department

The success of Warrior Fine Arts doesn’t happen on talent alone. It’s powered by a committed, generous community of parents, alumni, families, and local partners who give their time, resources, and encouragement to help our students shine.

From building sets to bringing snacks, ushering shows to donating supplies, every act of support helps our students feel seen, celebrated, and emboldened to perform.

Volunteer Opportunities

Production Support
Help behind the scenes with our major theatrical productions.

Provide snacks, water, or meals during tech week
Assist with hair, makeup, or costuming
Usher at performances or distribute programs
Set up and tear down sets, props, or stage décor
Staff the ticket table or concessions stand

Art Show Assistance
Lend a hand before and after our student exhibitions.

Set up artwork displays after school
Provide refreshments for receptions
Greet guests and hand out programs
Help with teardown and packing a week later

Cast Parties & Events
Make celebrations special and stress-free for our students.

Donate drinks, desserts, or snacks
Assist with event set-up and clean-up
Coordinate games or activities

Classroom Support
Donate items that keep our arts classrooms creative and stocked. This includes everything from tools and paints to tissues and Windex!

Sponsor a Show or Student Experience

Each of our two major productions is entirely self-funded. Your sponsorship helps cover:

Licensing and performance rights
Costumes, props, and set materials
Professional tech equipment
Scholarships for Fine Arts trips to NYC or Chicago
Program printing and promotional materials

Want to sponsor a show or make a donation?
Reach out to jataylor@staff.gtchs.org.

Sign Up to Help

We welcome hands-on support, one-time commitments, and recurring volunteers. Choose what fits your schedule and strengths.

To volunteer, email Ms. Taylor at jataylor@staff.gtchs.org.

Fine Arts

Abe Marsh

Teacher

Years at GTCHS: 2011-Present
Degrees:
Bachelors of Music, Furman University
Masters of Music, Converse University
Areas of Certification:
Instrumental Music Education K-12
Areas of Endorsement:
Read to Succeed

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Brittany Rowe

Teacher

Years at GTCHS: 2022-Present
Degrees:
B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies, Radford University
Areas of Endorsement:
Gifted and Talented

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Jena Taylor

Teacher

Years at GTCHS: 2020-Present
Degrees:
B.A. in Theater and Mathematics, Coker College
M.A. Ed in Curriculum and Instruction, Furman University
Areas of Certification:
Mathematics
Areas of Endorsement:
Gifted and Talented, Read 2 Succeed

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