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Academy of the Arts

The mission of the Academy is to stand at the forefront as the leader in the visual and performing arts. We seek to develop life skills in each student such as creativity, social skills, and self-confidence. As we design innovative programs and serve as a mentor to students, our standard of excellence will be recognized across the state and region.

Students in our program enjoy the privilege of using the excellent teaching, performing, and learning facilities that UA Fort Smith has to offer. Each semester, students also have wonderful opportunities to perform. Included are plays, musicals, solo recitals, exhibits, master class performances with guest artists, tours, and concerts with UA Fort Smith and community music ensembles. Through our programs we are currently reaching nearly 500 children yearly for the arts.

Our distinguished faculty of artists are outstanding in their field. They have trained in some of the finest conservatories in the world and perform as soloists, in chamber ensembles, in Broadway productions, and in opera.

Each year the Academy presents the ShowTime Series,a yearly series that offers both large and small theatre productions presented by students who are participating in our theatre program. Students have the privilege of working with theatre directors of national reputation through these productions.

The Academy of the Arts in connection with the UA Fort Smith Music Department is also pleased to present the Distinguished Artists Series, a concert series that includes masterpieces presented by artists of national distinction. This series not only promotes the classical performing arts, but also allows our Academy students a wonderful and rare opportunity to work under these talented artists during their stay.

The Academy is pleased to offer several new programs this year, including the Xtreme Teenz, a small theatre company for students in grades 7-9, Suzuki strings, and flute choir. Our drum ensemble for students 12 and up will be exploring the world of African Drums this season. Don't miss these exciting opportunities!

We hope you will join us for a fantastic year in the arts.

Navigation:

• A Note From The Chancellor
• A Note From The Director
• What We Offer
• Meet The Faculty
• Photo Gallery

Fall/Spring Programs

• Choir Connection
• Choir Auditions
• Instrumental Studies
• Suzuki Violin
• Vocal Studies
• Theatre Studies
• Musikgarten
• Art Classes

Performance Series

• Distinguished Artists Series
• Showtime Series
• Master Classes

Special Events

• Talent Competition
• 5K Run/Walk

Summer Programs

• Private Music Lessons
• Musikgarten of UA Fort Smith

Summer Camps

• Summer Camp Explozion
• KinderKidz Camp
• Piano Camp
• Xtreme Artz KidFest

General Information

• Academy Awards Program
• Events Calendar
• Faculty and Staff Contact Information
• Gifts and Donations
• Kaleidicon Scholarship Program
• Location of the Academy
• Policies and Procedures
• Free Consultation Service
• T-Shirt Order Form(PDF)
• Tuition And Fees

Registration Forms

• Talent Competition Registration Form

• 5K Run/Walk Registration Form

• Summer 2010 Private Lessons

• Summer 2010 Musikgarten

• KinderKidz Summer Camp 2010

• Summer Camp Explozion 2010 Registration Form

• Piano Camp Summer 2010

• Fall 10 Acting Classes

• Fall 10 Art Classes

• Fall 10 Choirs

• Fall 10 Musikgarten

• Fall 10 Private Lessons

• FA10 Suzuki Violin

• Fall 10 African Drum Ensemble

• Fall 10 Flute Choir

• Fall 10 Academy Playerz

• Fall 10 Xtreme Teenz

• Spring 10 Acting Classes / Readers Theatre

• Spring 10 Art Classes

• Spring 10 Childrens Choir and Show Choir Kidz

• Spring 10 Private Lessons / Drum Team

• Spring 10 Musikgarten

• Spring 10 Academy Playerz

• Spring 10 Schoolhouse Rock Live

• Kaleidicon Scholarship Application Form