News & Info
Acting for the screen vs. the stage
The differences between acting for the screen and acting for the stage can make it difficult to master each technique. But if you understand the differences, and take time to practice, then you can excel at both! Here are the three main differences between screen and stage acting. Facial...
theatre Camps teach important life skills over summer break!
Participation in a musical theatre camp at PAA can leave a lasting impression on your student. Not just the friendships, memories, songs, lines, and choreography, but necessary skills that will serve them long after camp ends. Here are 7 life skills musical theatre students learn: ...
In-Person Summer Camps for Middle and High School Students!
Students embark on a journey of putting on a fully-staged 60 minute musical! These programs are either one week, running from 9 am – 4 pm, including a lunch time (campers bring a lunch) or two weeks long, where campers will be placed in either the am session (8:30 am – 12:30 pm) or pm session...
Earn High School Credit for Classes at PAA
PAA has partnered with Alta Independent, who has verified that our curriculum meets their credit requirements. To receive High School credit you will need to enroll in and complete a semester-long PAA class or show. Students can earn 0.5 credits for each PAA semester-long class or show (minimum 60...
Spring Class Info from the Artistic Director
Hello friends and families! This year has been filled with change and uncertainty so I wanted to reach out to you directly to let you know about our plans for the Spring Semester. As of right now, we are planning to operate our rehearsals and classes in-person beginning January 11. This is how...
PAA Earned a 2020 Platinum Seal of Transparency
The Platinum Seal allows donors to focus on progress and results. The 2020 Platinum Seal of Transparency, is the highest level of recognition offered by GuideStar, a service of Candid. By sharing metrics that highlight progress we are making toward our mission, PAA is helping donors move beyond...