Carmen Pushman, 17, of Hartland, will attend Interlochen Arts Academy, the world’s premier fine arts boarding high school, for the 2023-24 school year. Pushman, the daughter of Adam and Michelle Pushman, will study acting and musical theater at Interlochen.
Pushman began her love and passion for theater at the age of 5, when she participated in many productions through Community Theatre of Howell. From there she moved over to Encore Youth Theater/Hartland Players at age 8, performing in multiple productions and camps.
She attended Hartland High School the past 3 years, and was a big part of the Hartland Drama Club and choir program. Some of her favorite roles in recent years include Tzeitel in “Fiddler on the Roof” and Cat in “Honk.” She would like to thank Scott Usher, Bailey Tallman, and Mary- Jo Bell for always supporting her and guiding her along the way.
Artistic students from around the world convene at Interlochen to expand their capacity in music, theatre, dance, creative writing, visual arts, interdisciplinary arts, and film and new media. Through daily classes, enriching electives, and frequent performances, Interlochen students explore the full breadth of the arts, pursue creative breakthroughs, and forge lifelong cross-cultural friendships. Immersed in a multidisciplinary artistic environment, young creatives find reflection, rejuvenation, and inspiration on Interlochen’s pristine 1,200-acre wooded campus.
“We are excited to celebrate the start of the 62nd year of Interlochen Arts Academy,” said Trey Devey, president of Interlochen Center for the Arts. “It is thrilling to witness the remarkable growth that takes place at Interlochen as students discover their potential and take their talent to the next level.”
With a global alumni base that includes creative leaders in the arts and many other fields, Interlochen Arts Academy has been at the forefront of arts education for over 60 years. Approximately 17% of the nation’s professional orchestra musicians have roots at Interlochen, and the alumni community has been awarded nearly 100 Grammy Awards.
