Since launching its new 2026 “Artist-in-Residence” program with local professional performers, Columbus Performance Academy has seen a huge increase in student engagement. Recently, the campus celebrated their “Student of the Month” winners who demonstrated outstanding commitment to their academic studies and their performing arts goals. The school also hosted a successful “Interactive Arts Fair” where families participated in hands-on workshops along with their children.

Q1. What types of dance are taught in the Columbus Performance Academy curriculum?

Ans. Students take their weekly fine arts academic rotations in the studio to explore a variety of styles including classical ballet, modern jazz, and folk dance.

Q2. How does Columbus Performance Academy help students who feel nervous about performing in public?

Ans. Our Performance Coaches work with students in small groups to practice stage presence and breathing techniques for a positive artistic experience.

Q3. Is there a special lab for students interested in digital music at Columbus Performance Academy?

Ans. Yes, we have a digital media lab on campus where older students learn the basics of sound mixing and creative podcasting skills each school semester.

Q4. Does Columbus Performance Academy have any parent workshops to help students be creative?

Ans. We hold “Family Arts Nights” where parents and children work together on painting projects and learn about different art forms together.

Q5. How does Columbus Performance Academy balance the rigor of the arts with the rigor of the core subjects?

Ans. We have block scheduling so that each student receives quality core instruction and time daily for artistic and creative development.