The Preparatory Department For Children

Like you, Palm Beach Atlantic University knows that music, dance and theatre can profoundly and positively change the lives of children. That’s what inspires our preparatory department, which has a reputation as one of Florida’s top music and dance preparatory departments.

Open House Event

Saturday, August 10 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
College of the Arts Building • HKP Recital Hall
326 Acacia Road
West Palm Beach, FL 33403

Classes start for the preparatory department on Aug. 19th, 2024.

Opportunities

We welcome children ages 5 to 18 who want to make music, dance and theatre an integral part of their lives. We will provide a deeply fulfilling learning experience, as well as excellent training for the pre-college student.

PBA College of the Arts Summer Intensives

Theatre

The Children’s Theatre program will propel children to use their gifts and talents to glorify God through theatre arts and learn from exceptional faculty.

Dance

The PBA Preparatory Program in Dance provides students with an equally outstanding faculty and a thoroughly enjoyable and rigorous curriculum.

Music

Students in the PBA Preparatory Program in Music will learn from exceptional faculty as well as a challenging and stimulating curriculum.

Students will benefit from:

Programs are designed for students interested in a career in theatre, dance, or music, as well as those who simply want to strengthen their interests and skills.

  • A strong emphasis on private instruction in addition to classroom and ensemble experience.
  • Faculty and staff who want to develop a nurturing relationship with each student, helping them develop their innate abilities.
  • A wealth of resources, from educational tools and technology to top-notch dance, music, and theatre performances.

Upcoming Performances

Join us for upcoming music, dance, theatre, and other fine arts events. Discover live performances and artistic showcases near you!