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While lead roles may capture the spotlight, it’s the ensemble that creates worlds audiences truly connect with. The ensemble breathes life into a story by adding authenticity, depth, and intrigue. This cast of characters adds context, dimension, and the realism needed to elevate a musical from a simple story to a powerful production. “The ensemble…
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All good things come in threes – and musical theater is no different! In the world of musicals, the most successful productions are powered by triple-threat performers: artists who can act, sing, and dance. These individuals weave their talents together seamlessly, elevating a show from good to unforgettable. What is a triple-threat performer? A triple-threat…
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Theater is more than what meets the eye on the stage. Ask any theater professional, and they will agree that what happens behind the curtain is just as important as what happens in front of it. Study.com describes technical theater as the unseen BUT essential part of a production. Without technical theater, a production becomes…
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When to start theater, what it looks like, and how to foster theater skills Don’t dismiss musical theater when it comes time to introduce your early elementary student to extracurricular activities. Much like soccer, basketball, and tee-ball, musical theater delivers the fun kids desire and the life lessons parents just can’t replicate. WHAT young…
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Musical theater teaches kids and teens more than memorizing lines, choreography, and blocking (aka, stage placement). Musical theater creates opportunities where students learn life skills within a supportive community. Theater organizations, like the Performing Arts Academy (PAA), seamlessly blend singing, acting, and dancing with powerful experiences that shape students into confident individuals. Here are 7…
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Youth Theater Done Differently PAA shows, camps, and classes may begin by teaching students proper pitch, pirouettes, and performance techniques. But by the end of each session, students walk away with more than fine-tuned performing arts skills. At PAA, musical theatre is different, and it begins with our acronym – PAA. Before belting the first…
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How the Performing Arts Academy (PAA) picks shows The process starts with Dr. Jim (PAA’s Executive Director and Founder). Dr. Jim posts show titles on his office wall, closes his eyes, and throws a dart to see which musical PAA will feature next. 🙃 Although entertaining, this is far from how PAA selects a show…
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DYAO Presents: Mile High Collaborative – Fountain of Youth Don’t miss PAA – Performing Arts Academy’s collaboration with Central City Opera and Denver Young Artists Orchestra on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 2:30 pm at Boettcher Concert Hall. Colorado’s young orchestral and vocal artists combine in Denver for a special concert this fall in collaboration…
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Join Dr. Jim in the PAA Festival Chorus and perform with professional vocal artists from Central City Opera and the Denver Young Artists Orchestra! REGISTER HERE! Mile High Collaborative Concert – Fountain of Youth September 24, 2023, at 2:30 PM Boettcher Concert Hall (DCPA) 1000 14th St, Denver, CO 80202 Rehearsal Location: Performing Arts Academy…
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Colorado Young Leaders is presenting their leadership and volunteer opportunities for PAA high schoolers! Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your leadership skills and give back to your community? We would like to invite you to join our upcoming Leadership and Volunteer Workshop, where you will have the chance to learn valuable leadership…
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We are thrilled to accept the annual Gold Daisy Award for Best Dance Classes in Douglas County, as well as the designation of Finalist in the category of Best theatre Classes! Macaroni Kid’s Gold Daisy Awards recognize the most beloved local businesses for kids and families. Throughout the year, Macaroni Kid brings you the scoop…
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There’s a wealth of research that proves the benefits of singing on health and wellbeing across the lifespan. Singing classes for kids and teens, regardless of their vocal talent, is a great way to build life-long skills. Anyone with the ability to talk has the ability to sing, and there are multiple PAA classes that…
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