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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…
Read MoreYouth 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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How Technical Theatre Skills Benefit Performers and Students! For beginners and more advanced actors, it is a great idea to have a broad understanding of the production process as a tool for a better performing arts experience. Navigate each project with more confidence A well-rounded knowledge of Technical Theatre can give students a leg up…
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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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New Summer Shows Announced! Musical theatre Summer Camps at PAA start the day with a morning conversation around a positive, enriching value or theme for the day, such as compassion, leadership, or communication. There is also wrap up time at the end of the day to conclude the day with reflection on the day’s value…
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We invite you to join us at the Stars in Arts Gala to support Performing Arts Academy! This year’s gala will be a hybrid event, where guests may choose to attend in-person or virtually from their home. A limited number of in-person tickets will be available for those who would like to join us at…
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Has your student outgrown their dance shoes, rehearsal leotards or costumes? Donate them to PAA! We will accept donations year-round, but are kicking off the program with a drive: Monday August 2 & Tuesday August 3 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM 5690 County Line Place Please drop off clean, new, or gently-used dancewear, including but…
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