PAA Expands Studio Space by 3,000 sq. ft.

Performing Arts Academy (PAA) is expanding its Highlands Ranch studio space by 3,000 square feet, creating more room for students to learn, rehearse, and grow through theatre and performing arts.

The expansion comes as PAA celebrates 20 years of serving young people through the performing arts. Since first stepping onto the stage in 2006, PAA has welcomed more than 15,000 students ages 3.5 to 18.

The expanded area includes two additional studios for classes, camps, and rehearsals, bringing the total to seven. 

“Expanding into an additional 3,000 sq. ft. provides more opportunities for kids and teens to build character, create community, and inspire excellence,” shares Dr. James Ramsey, Founder and Executive Director of Performing Arts Academy.

For two decades, PAA has provided students with opportunities to develop skills in acting, singing, dancing, and technical theatre while building confidence, creativity, friendships, and life skills in a supportive community.

PAA offers more than 60 classes, 40 summer camps, and 30 shows each year. Its programs are designed to meet students where they are, with learning goals focused on exploring, building, refining, and thriving.

“It began with the idea of providing a creative outlet that inspired kids to be the best versions of themselves while building life skills and boosting their confidence—all through the performing arts,” said Ramsey about his inspiration for founding PAA.

While students are learning to perform, PAA’s mission extends beyond the stage. Through skills such as public speaking, creative thinking, collaboration, and accountability, students are encouraged to discover their potential and develop confidence they can carry into other areas of their lives.

“Students usually just feel like they’re having fun putting on a show, but there is always so much more to the journey than that,” Ramsey said.

As PAA enters its next 20 years, the expanded facility will provide additional space for young people to learn, create, connect, and continue discovering what they can achieve through the performing arts.

Come view our new studio space located at 5690 County Line Place, Highlands Ranch, CO  80126. 

For more information about Performing Arts Academy and its year-round programming, visit PAAColorado.org.