Visual & Performing Arts Hall of Fame

Establishment of the Canandaigua Academy Visual & Performing Arts Hall of Fame

On April 21, 2021, the Canandaigua City School District had the honor of approving  the creation of the Canandaigua Academy Visual and Performing Arts Hall of Fame. With a rich tradition of excellence in both fields, it was time to establish a program to recognize the remarkable achievements of our graduates and contributors to our programs. 

Inaugural Class will be honored at Homecoming 2022

As is the tradition with our Graduates of Distinction and Athletics Hall of Fame inductees, our honorees will be recognized at Homecoming. The arts are an integral part of our community and we want to celebrate the recipients accordingly. The date of Homecoming 2022 will be determined later this school year. 

Seeking Nominations - Deadline February 1, 2022

We know there are many outstanding alumni in these fields and contributors that have made our programs a phenomenal success.  We are currently seeking nominations for the inaugural class of the Canandaigua Academy Visual & Performing Arts Hall of Fame.  The deadline for a completed nomination form with recommendations is Tuesday, February 1, 2022.

Eligibility Criteria

Inductees will be recognized as one or more of the following categories which best represents their demonstrated significance in the field of the performing or visual arts: Graduate, Creator, Performer, Practitioner, and/or Contributor. 

In order to qualify, inductees must have: 

• Attended Canandaigua Academy and made significant contributions in the visual and performing arts sponsored by the Canandaigua City School District OR:
• Led a Canandaigua City School District ensemble or group for a minimum of five years OR:
• Made significant contributions to the students of the Canandaigua City School District through the visual and/or performing arts OR:
• Attended Canandaigua Academy and may not have participated in the visual or performing arts but made significant contributions to the arts after high school

Additional Information: A ten-year waiting period is required for induction from the time of graduation from the Academy or the equivalent time period has passed from a traditional high school date of graduation.