Deerfield students and faculty are extraordinarily productive in the performing and visual arts. Numerous exhibitions and performances enliven the school calendar, drawing enthusiastic audiences and providing showcases for individual talents as well as group efforts. Art exhibitions in the Academy's Hilson Gallery, Russell Gallery, and the student gallery provide recognition for promising young artists and photographers, while numerous dramatic productions provide the stage for Deerfield actors and enlist the expertise of student technicians. Student musicians and dancers have the opportunity to share their talents at various times throughout the year as well. Recent highlights include concerts by the 65-piece Concert Band, a choral music performance of the Schubert Mass in G, dance recitals featuring original student compositions, and theatre productions of Amadeus, Moliere's The Miser, and The Fantasticks.

Musical groups include the Concert Band, Chamber Music, Jazz Ensembles, Brass Choir, Academy Chorus, and the a cappella Chamber Singers Many opportunities exist for acting as well. In addition to the three major theatre productions each year, plays and scenes are also performed by advanced acting classes. Students interested in dance may explore modern, jazz and ballet with the opportunity to perform all three terms. All Deerfield students are encouraged to participate in the visual or performing arts regardless of their level of experience.