Performing Arts Camp
Offers Surprising Life Lessons
While attending a
performing arts summer camp can
be incredibly fun and exciting for
your youngster, arts programs also
provide some remarkable hidden
gems. Many of the lessons provided
translate into lifelong skills that
will enrich kids’ lives well into
adulthood.
Studies have shown that
participating in an arts program
creates a feeling of collaboration,
support and connection between
students. This unique platform
creates a safe haven for children to
develop, even assisting students
with different learning styles or
kids who might slip through the
your child can learn through
participating in an arts program.
Confidence
Through expressing themselves
through rehearsals and
performance, students discover
their own voice, grow in self-
risks which will serve them in
adulthood.
Improved Academic
Performance
Performing arts education
encourages experimentation and strengthens problem-solving
and critical-thinking skills. The experience of making decisions
and choices develops a positive correlation between art and
other academic achievements, such as reading and math. A
report by Americans for the Arts states that young people who
participate regularly in the arts are more likely to be recognized
for academic achievement, to participate in a math and science
fair, or to win an award for writing an essay or poem than
children who do not participate. In addition, music stimulates
the parts of the brain associated with academic achievement
and emotional development.
Teamwork
Being involved in a performing arts program often requires
an ensemble or collaboration with others, teaching students
valuable lessons in teamwork that will serve them throughout
their lives. Learning to combine the creative ideas and abilities
of a group fosters the important skill of being able to work well
with others.
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Community
Arts programs help
to create an awareness
of diversity & cultivates
understanding of cultural
differences within a
community.
Creativity
Programs allow students
a chance to develop their
imagination and view
situations through a
different lens. Developing
improvisation skills help
children learn to evaluate
unfamiliar situations, see
different perspectives and
trust in themselves and
their abilities. Einstein
said, “Imagination is more
important than knowledge.”
Communication
Through varied types of
performance, children learn
new ways to communicate,
including verbal and nonverbal
techniques, enabling
them to share their message
in a unique manner.
Emotional Release
Theater exercises provide
a safe place for children to express various emotions. In doing
emotions such as anger in a constructive context.
Growing Through Constructive Criticism
Kids learn essential life skills by giving and receiving
constructive criticism and praise to their peers, which builds
self-respect and respect for others.
So when your child is beaming with pride during their
next stage performance, know that the lessons they learned in
a fun performing arts camp will help them put their best foot
forward in all areas of their life.
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For 40 years, Mary Jo’s Performing Arts Academy (MJPAA)
has been a leader in the Tampa bay area specializing in Dance,
Acting, Voice and Music Education. It is considered one of the
finest training facilities in the southeast region. They offer over
200 weekly classes plus summer camps for all ages and levels.
For more information please visit www.mjpaa.com
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