If your child has a busy schedule, enrolling them in performing arts may fall at the bottom of the priority list. Most people are under the impression that acting class is specifically for those who want to pursue a career in acting. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, attending acting classes can provide your child with many skills that will be of use to them throughout life. Albeit it in school or as an extracurricular activity, there are many reasons why you should consider performing arts.
HERE ARE FIVE...
1. MORE SELF-CONFIDENCE
One of the most obvious benefits of performing arts is the development of skills in self-presentation. A child must learn how to present him or herself in front of an audience, be it big or small. Participation in the arts helps them to build their self-confidence, develop poise and learn to overcome the anxiety of speaking in front of peers and/or elders.
Improving self-confidence is something that many children can benefit from - even those who, on the surface, may already appear to be sure of themselves. Building confidence now can help your child to be able to undertake job interviews with ease or to give the valedictorian speech at his or her college graduation.
2. HIGHER ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
Many studies have suggested that school children who are exposed to drama, music, and dance are more proficient in reading, writing, and math. In countries like Japan, Hungary, and the Netherlands where they have the highest rankings in math and science, arts and music education are mandatory parts of their school curriculum. Working closely with an acting teacher helps children learn and enjoy taking instructions from adults and respect authority.
3. BETTER SELF EXPRESSION
The arts allow for deep self-expression from a child’s heart. It can help them make sense of their emotions and develop new ideas to express themselves.
4. BETTER PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS & PERSEVERANCE
Performing arts help teach children independence as well as collaboration with others in order to reach a goal. Whether giving a monologue or completing a scene with several others, they learn that there are many different pathways to develop a skill. Many of the games and exercises used in drama classes nurture spontaneity and the ability to 'think on your feet'.
5. MORE EMPATHY & COMPASSION
Performing arts help promote interpersonal skills. Some of the other benefits can come through participating in sports, but performing arts promotes and develops unique skills and characteristics like empathy and compassion for others. The creativity involved in performing arts extends to emotional creativity and can open children to new ways of seeing the world.
A great place to start or continue your child's acting training is at ATLA Theatre Company, founded by Connie Williams in 2014 to educate children and families in the creative practical performing arts to empower their lives. "Theatrical arts give children a creative and "real world" perspective," says Williams who has made it her mission to share these experiences with children living, especially those in underserved communities.
There is still time to register your child in ATLA's Winter Workshop, which takes place at the Tracey Wyatt Recreation Center in College Park, GA, from February 16 through March 23 (10:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.) The workshop is designed not only to teach artistic skills but this workshop will also connect art in practical ways that add value to their daily lives. ATLA's programs promote the importance of community and their individual contributions as members of the community.
The workshops include acting techniques, scene study, character development, and movement. Classes will offer instruction into performance preparation and offer high impact improvisational activities that are creative and fun. Registration is $60.00 per student. For more information and to register, visit the ATLA Theatre website and /or Facebook page.
The ATLA Theatre Company is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. Tax-deductible donations are accepted and appreciated.
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