Chicago’s first public arts high school, The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts), located at 2714 W Augusta Blvd., invites interested 8th grade students and their families to three open house “Backstage Pass” events. ChiArts immersive Open Houses will give students, parents, and guardians a “Backstage Pass” to check out the campus, meet with department heads and teachers from different conservatories, learn about the admissions process, see student performances, learn how to successfully audition, and ask any questions they may have. Every Open House will also include an Academic and Admissions informational session for families to learn about courses and how to apply. Instrumental Music & Voice Open House will take place on Tuesday, November 1st from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Theatre & Dance will be on Wednesday, November 9th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Creative Writing & Visual Arts will be Wednesday, November 16th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Applications for enrollment at ChiArts are now open and students can apply via GoCPS at www.cps.edu/GoCPS until December 2, 2022. The GoCPS application will provide each applicant with a sign-up for an audition slot and the option to audition in-person or virtually. more information on ChiArts’ admission information including upcoming tours and events both in-person and virtual this year, visit ChiArts.org.