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Why be in the Ensemble?

By PAA Webmaster | December 20, 2019

As actors we often want the big part. We yearn for the moment in the spotlight with the audience captive to our every breath and movement. While it is true that those moments are thrilling and worth striving for, there is so much fun to be had in the ensemble! The truth is, the ensemble…

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Comedy is hard. Tips for making it easier.

By PAA Webmaster | December 10, 2019

Comedy is very hard. Mostly because when you are trying to be funny, you aren’t funny. So how do you get better at comedy? Start with listening and watching. Some people are born with a natural instinct for comedy and that can’t be taught. For those who aren’t, the best strategy is to learn from…

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Show Titles, what do they mean?

By PAA Webmaster | November 14, 2019

If your child has participated in a musical theatre production then you’ve probably encountered helper text around the title of the show. Modifiers like “Jr.” “Kids” or “Getting to know…” are not-so-secret code words that indicate the show is an adaptation of a full length musical designed specifically for young performers at different ages.

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Best Performing Arts Program in Highlands Ranch

By PAA Webmaster | October 2, 2019

Performing Arts Academy Receives 2019 Best of Highlands Ranch Award Highlands Ranch Award Program Honors the Achievement HIGHLANDS RANCH September 25, 2019 — The Performing Arts Academy has been selected for the 2019 Best of Highlands Ranch Award in the Performing Arts theatre category by the Highlands Ranch Award Program. Each year, the Highlands Ranch…

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Give the gift of learning through the arts

By PAA Webmaster | December 15, 2016

Arts education is important. Study after study has confirmed what we artists have known for generations: learning in the arts benefits learning in all areas of study. At PAA, we have also seen a deepening of empathy and community as a result of arts education and theatre experiences. Community development and a sense of belonging…

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Come Support a PAA Alum!

By PAA Webmaster | July 28, 2016

Performing Arts Academy alumni Elise Collins is currently performing in the Regional Premiere of Equivocation as part of the Colorado Shakespeare Festival. The show runs through August 6th, so there are still chances to see it and support a former PAA student! In Equivocation “reluctant playwright and sleuth ‘Shag’—aka William Shakespeare—finds himself at the perilous crossroads between artistic…

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Announcing the Club PAA Corn Hole Tournament!

By PAA Webmaster | May 19, 2016

PAA is a community of kids, parents, and supporters working to support our core values: Curriculum, Character, and Community. As a way to foster and grow our sense of community, we have planned a family-friendly event on Saturday, June 11th: Join us for the First Annual Club PAA Corn Hole Tournament, held at Redstone Park in…

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Listen to Dr. Jim on the Entrepreneur Unplugged Podcast!

By PAA Webmaster | April 28, 2016

Dr. Jim Ramsey, Performing Arts Academy’s Executive Director, is the guest on this week’s episode of Entrepreneur Unplugged. Listen to the episode, and read the description of the interview below! “Every person who creates a non-profit starts with a dream to change the world by helping people. It’s often that original, burning desires that keeps…

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Interview with a teacher- Benjamin Wood

By PAA Webmaster | March 2, 2016

We’re continuing our series in which we interview our teachers and staff to learn more about them and get their insights into the world of performance. This week’s interview is with Benjamin Wood, who was the Assistant Musical Director for “Peter Pan” this past summer. How long have you been working with PAA? BW: This will…

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Interview with a teacher- Lisa Cole

By PAA Webmaster | February 17, 2016

We’re continuing our series in which we interview our teachers and staff to learn more about them and get their insights into the world of performance. This week’s interview is with Lisa Cole, who was the Musical Director for “Peter Pan” this past summer. How long have you been working with PAA? LC: I have had…

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Interview with a teacher- Skyler Zurn

By PAA Webmaster | February 3, 2016

We’re continuing our series in which we interview our teachers and staff to learn more about them and get their insights into the world of performance. This week’s interview is with Skyler Zurn, who has been a director for PAA. She most recently directed “Jungle Book KIDS” this past summer. How long have you been working with…

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Choosing Audition Songs

By Jim Ramsey | January 6, 2016

How do you pick a song for an audition? Audition processes can be as different as there are roles depending on the organization and artistic team choosing the cast. However when choosing a selection for a general audition, there are several things to consider, but I’ll narrow it down to a few. First, you must…

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