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Claudia Veach, Senior
Visual Art, Intro to Studio Art, Photo 1 & 2
mediums, photography
RB3, manager, photographer
Drama Guild, Plaza Suite (Costumes), SPAMALOT (Costumes),
Pride and Prejudice (Costumes), Xanadu (Stage Manager),
The Canterville Ghost (Stage Manager), 9 to 5 (Stage Manager),
"One Act Double Feature" (Student Director), Elf Jr. (Student Tour Director)
Why are you involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
The RB Fine Arts truly feels like a community, and there is something for everyone here. It has helped me make new friends and memories, and I wouldn’t trade those for the world. It has also helped me learn so much and grow in what I do.
Favorite Memory
My favorite memory of the Fine Arts is stage managing Xanadu and getting closer with everyone in Drama Guild.
What would you say to someone who wants to get
involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
Do it! It’s such a great opportunity and there truly is something here for everyone. Its a super supportive community and you really can learn so much from it.
Future Plans
I plan to go to college and get a degree in education.
Other Involvement & Interests
I have an instagram account just for my photography.
Claudia is a perfect example of one of our supremely talented SpARTans behind the scenes - as she's normally the one holding the camera, running the booth, or leading back stage.
And now she's one of the Student Director's of
Drama Guild's upcoming
"One Act Double Feature - Teen Edition".
She really grown in her theater leadership roles, and as a long time crew participant is bringing all of her talents to help her direct these brand new plays.
Drama Guild gives the world premiere workshop performances on Nov 7th and 8th
Ry'Anne Gray, Sophomore
Visual Art, Intro to Studio Art
Drama Guild, The Canterville Ghost (Publicity crew);
9 to 5 (Ensemble);
"One Act Double Feature" (In Magnificent Glow); Elf Jr. (Deb)
Why are you involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
I’ve been drawn to the arts, especially acting, for a while now and the Fine Arts at RB gives me the opportunity to pursue that passion and develop my skills.
Favorite Memory
My favorite memory is 9 to 5. The whole process was absolutely amazing and I met so many great people during it. I made so many friends and had a really fun time! I loved it!
What would you say to someone who wants to get
involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
Absolutely get involved! You will meet so many amazing people that you might not have met otherwise. You always feel comfortable, supported, and appreciated. It’s also just really fun and a great experience, so do it!
Future Plans
I plan to go to college and I hope to maybe become a professional actress, news anchor, or pilot someday.
Other Involvement & Interests
I am a cheerleader and I’m on the community outreach board.
Ry'Anne is one of the actors in Drama Guild's upcoming "One Act Double Feature - Teen Edition".
As a part of this production Ry'Anne has been developing a character all her own as she helps give the world premiere of a brand new play.
You can also catch her in December's Christmas musical - "Elf Jr."
Drama Guild gives the world premiere workshop performances on Nov 7th and 8th
Connor Barker, Freshman
RB3, alto sax
Concert Band, saxophones,
26/27 Dauwe Performing Arts Scholarship
Why are you involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
I have had a love for playing music for most of my life, and I love being able to do that through school groups like RB3.
Favorite Memory
One of my favorite memories in RB3 so far was when I had my first solo in a live concert during the football tailgate. Mostly I’ve just enjoyed making music with a fun group of friends!
What would you say to someone who wants to get
involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
I would highly recommend the RB Fine Arts programs to anyone considering joining or interested in it. It serves as a great way to express your passions and interests in a way that you and other people can enjoy. The Fine Arts provides a wonderful community of fun people and friends.
Future Plans
I’m not completely sure what I want to do for a career or what college I want to go to, but I do plan to continue playing the saxophone after I graduate.
Other Involvement & Interests
I am also a member of the RB Underwater Hockey team, and am part of Boy Scout Troop 850 at St. Ignatius. I swim in the summer and plan to be a lifeguard.
Zoey Eagan, Senior
RB3, lead vocals
Concert Choir, alto
Drama Guild, SPAMALOT (Angel, Minstrel); Pride & Prejudice (Lydia Bennet); Xanadu (Calliope); The Canterville Ghost (Lucy);
9 to 5 (Violet); "One Act Double Feature" (In Magnificent Glow)
Why are you involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
I’m involved in the RB Fine Arts because it gives me a place to express myself. I have never once been afraid to show my true self in the Fine Arts department because I know that being myself will make my performances even better.
Favorite Memory
My favorite memory was when RB3 went to Memphis in 2025. I met some of my favorite people in the world there and became closer with people I had already known.
What would you say to someone who wants to get
involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
Go for it! Remember that no one will try and judge you and that being yourself will only make you a more confident and free person. Joining the arts will bring you a community that you will be forever grateful for.
Future Plans
My plans after RB are to go to college and get my BFA in Musical Theater and minor in English. I would love to be a drama teacher in the future and I hope to keep performing my whole life.
Other Involvement & Interests
I am also in Student Senate, I do theatre shows outside of RB, and I love writing! I also play a little guitar and piano.
This is Zoey's second time being featured as "Artist of the Week". She was recognized as a Sophomore for her hard work for the Drama Guild - and she hasn't let up since!
Taking on lead vocals of RB3, lending her voice to the Choir as a soloist at Mass and singing the National Anthem, and stepping into the spotlight for continued featured roles on stage.
Make sure to see Zoey with RB3 when they play Senior Night this Friday, Oct 16
AND
at the RB3 LIVE CONCERT on Tuesday Oct 20
Clarissa Christman, Senior
Visual Art, Intro to Studio Art
mediums, pencial sketches
Concert Choir, soprano
Drama Guild, Spamalot (Ensemble)
Why are you involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
I’m involved in RB Fine Arts because of my grandpa’s love for singing. Everyday in choir, or during Mass, when we’re singing I always feel connected to him through the songs.
Favorite Memory
I have a lot of favorites, but one is just being in choir with Monty and getting to sing all those songs throughout my four years!
What would you say to someone who wants to get
involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
I would say "Do it!" because you get to make a family with the people you meet. I always have the people in choir to look to if I ever need help.
Future Plans
My plans after RB are to go to UC to be a teacher/intervention specialist and help people with my kind of condition. After taking speech therapy, I’m now more confident than what I would ever could have imagined. So I want to help people like others have helped me.
Other Involvement & Interests
I am a part of RB Ethics Bowl, Spanish Club, and I help with SVDP. Of course I sing for Mass, but I also play guitar and flute.
Caleb Wagner, Senior
RB3, lead electric guitar
Drama Guild, Xanadu (RB3 Pit Band);
The Canterville Ghost (Sound crew); 9 to 5 (RB3 Pit Band);
"One Act Double Feature" (Sound crew)
Why are you involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
I love to play music and share that with others.
Favorite Memory
My favorite memory is playing guitar in the pit for Xanadu.
What would you say to someone who wants to get
involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
Get involved as soon as possible - you won't regret it.
Future Plans
I plan to go to UC to major is psychology.
This is Caleb's second time being featured as "Artist of the Week". He was recognized as a Sophomore for his work in RB3 - and he hasn't stopped rockin' since!
He's also been a member of the Drama Guild - and written some of his own songs.
Make sure to see Caleb with RB3 when they play FRETBOARD at Factory 52 this Saturday, Oct 3.
Tanya Chhoeun, Senior
Visual Art, Intro to Studio Art, Drawing & Painting, Ceramics, Photography, Digital Art, Studio Portfolio
mediums, digital, paint
Why are you involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
I'm involved in the RB Fine Arts because I wanted a way to express my own creativity, without too many rules but with some guidance and direction.
Favorite Memory
My favorite memory was getting to create mimikyu in my Digital Art class.
What would you say to someone who wants to get
involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
This is something you should try out because of the opportunities to create art pieces that you’ll love.
Future Plans
I don't really know yet but I'm hopeful that it's something that involves art.
Levi Mergner, Senior
Visual Art, Intro to Studio Art, Sculpture, Ceramics, Digital Art, Studio Portfolio
mediums, sculpture
Why are you involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
Because it allows me to express myself in a way that represents who I am.
Favorite Memory
Creating a boat in class with two of my classmates using a 3-D pen.
What would you say to someone who wants to get
involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
You don’t need to be amazing at art to have fun and create pieces that you will love.
Future Plans
I plan to go to the University of Cincinnati for Interior Design and Architecture.
Other Involvement & Interests
I'm one of the leaders of Investment Club at RB.
Joseph McCabe, Senior
RB3, bari sax
Concert Band, saxophones, piano
Drama Guild, Xanadu (RB3 Pit Band); 9 to 5 (RB3 Pit Band)
Why are you involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
I love playing and performing music. I love hearing all the sounds of a band come together to make a full song, especially when I helped to put those parts together. It just feels great to be part of something bigger than me that I am contributing to.
Favorite Memory
My favorite memory is RB3's trip to Memphis.
What would you say to someone who wants to get
involved in the Fine Arts at Bacon?
You should try something new. Even if you aren’t good at it, you will enjoy it a lot and find it rewarding if you just give it some time.
Future Plans
I plan to go to college, although I have not decided where yet.
Other Involvement & Interests
I am on the RB bowling team, I am a lifeguard at the YMCA, and I am an Eagle Scout.
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