5 Benefits of a Performing Arts Education
PAW explores the profound
impact that
performing arts curriculum has on lifelong development!
Once you’ve been bitten by the
performing arts bug, there’s not much quite like it. The frets on a guitar’s
neck make a melody, the stories and jokes that you crafted culminate with an
eruption of laughter and applause, and the individual steps of each person in a
group creates a singular, rhythmic wave of inspired imagination.
An ensemble becomes a family.
It’s art in motion.
If your child has developed a
passion for the arts, it is probably difficult to put into exact words the
magic that they experience while on stage, and it keeps them coming back time
after time. The joy of show day will surely make powerful, lifetime memories,
but the effects on your child’s mental, physical, social, and emotional development
will stay with them for years to come, both on and off the stage.
If you are still on the fence
about whether performing arts are right for your child, then these undeniable
benefits will place you firmly on the side of stagecraft.
Self-Expression
Through the performing arts,
children can examine and channel Confidence
A performing arts education provides children the
opportunity to practice stepping outside of their comfort zone in a safe setting.
Even after weeks of rehearsal, it takes courage to go out on a limb and accept
whatever response comes from being vulnerable on stage. However, once your
child lets go of those inhibiting expectations of what is “right” or “wrong,” they’ll
relax and let their inner joy shine—they’ll simply just “be.” The confidence that
grows when your child performs will translate to every corner of their lives,
from educational accomplishments to social ease. Putting yourself out there can
be intimidating, but once you’ve been bold enough to sing, dance, and rock out
on stage, small talk becomes a cake walk.
Collaboration
Unlike sports games, there
are no winners or losers in a theater performance. The only “wins” are when
everyone works together to create the best show possible. Performing arts
curriculum pushes students to think not only about their contributions to the
show individually, but how their own performance can enhance the performance of
the show as an ensemble. Children also learn how to lead in a group, especially
when they are given the responsibility of playing principal roles. Likewise, older
children use their experience and leadership skills to assist younger children
through their first performances. Ensembles teach kids that every person has
special talents that they bring to the table, and that combining each person’s
insights creates mutual success that is powerful and that fosters creative
growth. Academic Achievement
Various studies have shown
that performing arts curriculum has amazingly positive effects on a child’s
academic performance. A 2019 article
in the scholarly journal Trends in Neuroscience and Education states that
arts-integrated education increased the retention of information and the
overall subject comprehension of students struggling in language arts and
science. It makes sense when you think about it—countless people grew up
learning (and still remembering) how government works via “Schoolhouse Rock”
songs, and many children today are learning about the Founding Fathers through
“Hamilton” lyrics. Memorizing a script uses the same reading comprehension skills
that children use in the classroom, and they practice core mathematical
concepts as they learn to read music and understand music theory. Performing
arts teaches children perseverance, creative problem-solving, and the ability
to focus—all great skills that will lead to classroom success.Empathy
Embodying another person’s
story through acting, voice, dance, and music allows children to walk a mile in
someone else’s shoes. Especially when portraying a character dramatically
different from themselves, children learn to understand and empathize with
other people, respecting important differences but embracing similarities. Learning
about people from different communities, countries, and cultures through art
allows your child to become an informed, global citizen. Seeing the world through the eyes of someone who is unlike them on the surface fosters kindness,
thoughtfulness, and nonjudgmental attitudes, allowing them to form bonds with
people from all walks of life.
Many children enjoy
performing simply for the fun of spending time with friends and participating
in creative play, but the arts have an impact that lasts much longer than an hour-long
show. Introducing the performing arts to children gives them the chance to
develop priceless life skills. The abilities to express themselves, to feel
confident, to play well with others, to shine in school, and to understand
others will bring them to great heights in life. And all it takes is a little
bit of song-and-dance. The skills that children gain from performing arts will
shape them into superstars on the stage of life.
PAW’s award-winning
camps for kids ages 5-14 include Musical Theater, Filmmaking, Guitar, Magic, Photography, Rock The Mic, Stage F/X Makeup, Debate
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Trusted for over 30
years, PAW has 10 camp locations to choose from including;
Brentwood, West LA, Manhattan Beach, RPV, Redondo Beach, El Segundo, East
Pasadena, Old Town Pasadena, Northridge, and Studio City. For camp
information call us at (310) 827-8827
or check out our website at www.PerformingArtsWorkshops.com.
Performing Arts Workshops ~ the ultimate ARTS
experience.
Part Art…Part Play…ALL FUN!
Part Art…Part Play…ALL FUN!
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