Orlando Performing Arts Schools & Programs

The University of Central Florida's Department of Theatre is there to water and care for this blossoming cultural trend. The school offers programs in acting, design, musical theatre, and youth theatre as well as a Department of Music. Seminole Community College Theatre Program brings to the table its own excellent faculty of trained and experienced performing artists, who can train students and guide them through onstage and offstage pursuits.

All of this training and guidance toward a performing arts career will not go for naught either. The Orlando job market for the industry looks good for the next 8 to 10 years, with estimated job growth in performing arts and related industries to top 11.5%. Considering the number of theme parks in the area, in addition to more traditional theatre, dance, and music venues, options abound in this warm Florida town.


Performing Arts Schools, Programs & Courses in Orlando
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.


Why Orlando is a Great Place to Study Performing Arts

Orlando was originally just a big swamp in the middle of Florida, but then Disney arrived to jump-start it into becoming the Orlando of today. It's far from being a bad place to get stuck now if you're into performing arts. It is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Sunshine State, and in tandem with that speedy growth, a whole performing arts scene has flourished.


Other Resources for Performing Arts Education and Careers in Orlando
  • United Arts of Central Florida
  • Seminole Cultural Arts Center
  • Florida Humanities Council
  • Orlando Sentinel - Theater
  • Orlando Repertory Theater
  • Performing Arts - Employers in Orlando
  • Central Florida Theater Alliance
  • Disney World
  • Orlando Shakespeare Festival
  • Mosaic Theater
  • Fort Smith Little Theater

  • Performing Arts - Internship Opportunities in Orlando
  • Universal Studios
  • Orlando Ballet School
  • Orlando Opera
  • Florida Theatrical Association
  • Disney World
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