The Asheville Performing Arts Academy has many programs available for children ages 5 -11. Give the gift that will last a lifetime! Classes available in dance, music, and theatre. Prepare them for their future and provide them essential skills necessary for succeeding in life. Dance, drama, and music all help children learn about time management, prioritizing, and the performing arts help navigate essential developmental stages.

Elementary Academy
Conservatory-style training, taught by industry professionals, for students who are committed to in-depth study of acting, dance, and singing.  Entrance into the Academy is by audition only. Please contact us for audition information and openings in the program.  

Elementary Classes
Ballet/Tap Combo (5-6 years), Wednesdays 4:30-5:15pm
Ballet/Tap Combo (5-6 years), Saturdays 10:45-11:30am
Beginner Ballet (5-6 years), Mondays 3:30-4:15pm
Beginner/Intermediate Ballet (7+ years), Mondays 4:30-5:30pm 
Broadway Starlites (6+ years), Tuesdays 3:30-4:15pm
Lullabies on Broadway (3-5 years), Tuesdays 1:15-2:00pm

The Drake School of Irish Dance* 
Irish Beginner (4-6 years), Wednesdays 3:30-4:15pm
Irish Intermediate I (7+ years), Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm
Irish Intermediate II (7+ years), Mondays 4:30-5:30pm
Irish Junior Performance Company (7+ years), Wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm
*The Gallagher School of Irish Dance has officially folded into the Drake School of Irish Dance.  

Asheville Children’s Theatre  
Jungle Book, Kids! (4-7 years), Mondays & Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30pm
     Classes Begin March 5, 2012, Performances June 8-9, 2012
Oklahoma! (8+ years), Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30-6:00pm
     Classes Begin March 6, 2012, Performances May 22-24 OR June 1-3, 2012 (Official update coming soon!)
*Auditions for the Asheville Children’s Theatre occur the first week of classes and are for placement purposes only.  
If you cannot attend or miss the first week of classes, please contact us to arrange an alternate audition.

Private Music & Voice Lessons
The Asheville Performing Arts Academy is committed to offering high-quality, student-centered instruction.  Private lessons can include access to group instructions, recitals, and a great performance space.  If you’re interested in private lessons, let our instructors help you create your own individualized program… contact us.