Asheville is known by residents and tourists as a city surrounded by beauty. The Blue Ridge Mountains rise tall above it as if they are part of the downtown skyline. Millions of people travel to our area every year to explore the natural wonders of western North Carolina. 

It’s the beauty of the outdoors that inspires some of the world’s best artists to make a home in Buncombe County. From the River Arts District to dozens of charming mountain downtowns, there is no shortage of galleries displaying the region’s excellent art. 

It’s not just paintings and sculptures but amazing music and performing arts that permeate the Asheville area. If you are searching for performing arts for kids here in western North Carolina, Asheville Performing Arts Academy has what you’re looking for. 

Here’s more information about how your child can participate in the best kids performing arts programs in Asheville. 

Asheville Performing Arts Academy - Performing Arts Kids Programs Asheville, NC

The Company Program (Grades 6-12)

The Company is an individualized pre-professional musical theatre program for intermediate/advanced Middle and High School students who want to work in American Musical Theatre. Rising sixth graders through twelfth graders who like engaging in live, onstage performances are encouraged to apply. 

Dancing, singing, acting, and music are all part of the Company. Additionally, students will get to attend theater performances.

The Prep Program (Grades 1-8)

The Prep Program is a training program for those who want to learn more about musical theater and possibly pursue a career in it. This program is ideal for children in elementary and middle school who are just getting started in the performing arts or who have some prior experience. 

Each student in the Prep Program takes a range of classes in order to create the groundwork for a future in the arts.

Theatre Kidz (Ages 3-7)

In our preschool to early elementary-aged curriculum, we cover all aspects of the stage, including prop-building, dancing, singing, and acting. We will foster their enthusiasm for the theater as well as their desire to meet new people. Whether your child is destined for Broadway or just a small theatrical fan, they will be exposed to the joys of storytelling.

Homeschool Academy Offerings (Ages 4-18)

Our homeschool programs can teach your children all aspects of theater. We are happy to serve the numerous homeschool families in western North Carolina. We presently have three three-week options available. 

Course costs are listed on our website for each selection and include the script book. The fee covers the rights and royalties for the performance, class materials, and teaching staff.

Summer Camps

Each year, the APAA offers a range of theater-based summer camps for students to immerse themselves in the performing arts. You can see a list of our summer camp programs here. To enroll in any of the weekly summer camps below, please register online here or call (828) 253-4000.

Asheville Performing Arts Academy 

It is our mission at APAA to instill a passion for the arts in each child through our theater programs. We would love to talk to you more and answer any questions you might have about how a passion for the performing arts can benefit your child. Contact Asheville Performing Arts Academy for more information.