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    Associate of Arts Programs in Performing Arts

    Often used as introductory education prior to a bachelor’s degree, an Associate of Arts is a program of study that takes about two years to complete. These are typically available at community colleges and are frequently less expensive than going directly to university after high school graduation.

    Have you been wondering, what is an Associate of Arts in Performing Arts? An Associate of Arts in Performing Arts offers students instruction in the creative field of theater and acting for the purpose of entertainment. Students can expect to receive classes and courses in the history of theater, public speaking, music, stage production, various styles of acting, directing, and writing, among other creative disciplines. Both lectures and live practices in the techniques of acting and performing should be anticipated within various programs.

    Students gain confidence to speak and perform in public through advanced communication skills in this type of program. Individuals also often receive advanced instruction in creative development that helps them to contribute to the cultural vitalization of society as a whole.

    A program of study of this type will be dependent on the school you choose to attend, as well as the content and duration of the curriculum. If you have any questions about costs, contact administrative offices directly.

    Graduating with an Associate of Arts in Performing Arts can give students opportunities to work at local and national theaters and in the television and film industry. Careers in this field are very competitive but are more widely available in larger cities with bustling cultural centers. Higher level degrees can offer students more opportunities as professors in colleges and universities.

    Think about what kind of specialized course of study is right for your interests and career intentions, and search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.