Tuesday 6 December 2011

Musical Theatre Schools How Your Child Could Benefit From Taking a Course in the Performing Arts

Whether your child is reserved or outgoing by nature, he or she will almost certainly benefit from taking a course at one of the many established musical theatre schools. Although musical theatre is considered the toughest of all performance mediums, the three core activities of musical theatre, namely: singing, dancing and drama, offer many positive benefits including:

Confidence BuildingSchool children, students and adults are often called upon to present or perform to their peers. Instilling the qualities necessary for accomplished performance in a creative, yet structured environment, produces exceptional results, and builds a sense of self-worth and personal achievement. Whilst shy children find their confidence through unearthing and developing their unique talents, more confident, outgoing children, will develop valuable life skills such as listening and empathy.



Nurturing IndividualityThrough providing a fun and entertaining learning environment, students feel nurtured, inspired and constantly positive. It’s vital that teachers promote individual creativity and that each child’s contribution is acknowledged and valued.
Children should be encouraged to dream, to challenge themselves and grow in line with their goals. An uplifting environment where each small achievement is celebrated is conducive to producing uniquely creative individuals who can think and act for themselves.

Encouraging Great TeamworkFinding a class which motivates your child and encourages social interaction, enthusiastic participation, cooperation and teamwork is essential. Learning to work well in a disciplined environment with respect for their tutors and fellow ‘performers’, is essential training for any youngster. Teamwork and team-building skills are highly valued in the world of work. Just look how many times the Team Leader gets fired on The Apprentice! Seriously, encouraging youngsters to work well in team activities will definitely stand them in good stead as they progress to adulthood.

Developing Musical AppreciationMusical theatre is perhaps unique in that offers training in three arts-related disciplines for the price of one! It’s the perfect course for any young person who is either multi-talented, or else, isn’t sure where their talents lie exactly, and may be in need of some ‘coaching and coaxing.’
To give a young person the gift of an introduction to the performing arts is a fine and generous thing to do. No doubt as the proud parent waiting in the wings, you will be graciously rewarded the first time you see your child perform on stage.

But much more than the extent of their singing, dancing or acting ability, you will be providing your youngster with valuable life skills that will see them well, whatever career choice they decide to pursue.

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