Art Club

RBHS Art Club is an extracurricular activity for students who are interested in the visual arts. The group will work on both collaborative and independent studio projects throughout the year. No previous experience necessary, all are welcome! This club meets every other Wednesday in the Ceramics Room, #247, starting at 3:15pm. For more information please contact Suzanne Bartelson at 708.442.7500 x 2271 or bartelsons@rbhs208.org.

Drama Club / Improv Troupe

Improv Club meets after school on Wednesdays in room 130.  There students play theatre games, improvise scenes, and polish their improv skills.  A twice yearly trip to a Comedy Performance in the city also takes place.  Through audition, students can participate in our improve troupe: Shenanigans, which will rehearse and perform improvised shows throughout the area. For more information please contact Melissa Briskman at 708.442.7500 x 2205 or briskmanb@rbhs208.org.

Lighting & Sound Tech Crew

RBHS Tech Crew is a team that uses set, lighting and sound design come to life to create the world of the theater.  Students on crew require no experience, just a willingness to work as a team for this common goal.  We meet after school Monday through Thursday beginning 6 weeks before the show begins.  While the theater spaces are under construction, the location is still to be announced.  For more information please contact Debbie McLaughlin at mclaughlind@rbhs208.org.

Men's Ensemble

Men's Ensemble is a non-auditioned choir open to all young men of Riverside Brookfield High School who enjoy singing.  The group meets every Monday night at 6:00 p.m. in the choir Room. They rehearse and perform traditional and contemporary a cappella music throughout the school year.  Men's ensemble performs in school concerts as well as community service concerts. For more information please contact Diane Marelli at 708.442.7500 x2146 or marellid@rbhs208.org.

Orchesis Dance Company

Orchesis Dance Company is an extra-curricular activity that allows student to choreograph, perform and dance at the annual Orchesis Spring Dance Concert.  Auditions are held in October and rehearsals run Monday- Thursday from 3:30-5:30 or 6pm.  Orchesis begins the last week in February and runs until the beginning of May.  Dancers participate in "Day of Dance," fieldtrips, local area performances, teach community members and work with guest teachers and choreographers.  For more information please contact Mindy Haines at 708-442-7500 x. 2222 or hainesm@rbhs208.org.

Photo Club

Photo Club is open to any RB students interested in learning and talking about all things photography.  The club is great for students that can can’t fit Photography courses in their schedule, but want to learn darkroom skills and have access to the facilities. Photo Club meets every Wednesday afterschool in the Photo Room. For more information please contact Blair Jensen at 708.442.7500 x 2206 or jensenb@rbhs208.org.

Repertory Dance Ensemble

Repertory Dance Ensemble is an honors co-curricular class that meets during the school day. Repertory Dance Ensemble serves the community by performing at various community events and providing educational art outreach programs to local schools and community centers.  Students study with guest choreographers, attend workshops, dance conventions and participate in the Illinois H.S. State Dance Festival.  Admission to the Repertory Dance Ensemble class is by audition only. For more information please contact Mindy Haines at 708-442-7500 x. 2222 or hainesm@rbhs208.org.

Tri-M (Modern Music Masters)

Tri-M is a national music honor society and the three “M” initials stand for “Modern Music Masters.” The purpose of this organization is to inspire music participation, create enthusiasm for musical scholarship, stimulate a desire to render service, and promote leadership in the music students of secondary schools. Tri-M is governed by the MENC: the National Association for Music Education. To achieve these goals, we perform at the school and in the community, practice ear training, attend local music events, and volunteer in the community. Tri-M meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the band room. For more information please contact Kevin McOlgan at 708-442-7500 x. 2147 or mcolgank@rbhs208.org.