PVA Overview

The Performing and Visual Arts Program at Central Memorial prides itself on offering students from across the Calgary region the opportunity to study a variety of artistic disciplines at an advanced level. Students discover and fulfill their creative abilities through the guidance of experienced and accomplished artists in an atmosphere of academic rigour and creative expression. Exploring an artistic discipline every day affords students the unique opportunity to develop skills, deepen knowledge and discover their own voice through the arts. This  program provides a strong foundation allowing students to easily transition into post-secondary studies or professional work within the arts community.

 While PVA is an auditioned program, there is a place for everyone with a passion for the arts.  All students who audition will be placed in either PVA or PVA Intro.

PVA Intro provides students who have recently discovered an interest in the arts the opportunity to learn the foundational components of their chosen discipline.  These studies teach fundamental skills that will encourage artistic confidence.   Students will gain the knowledge and confidence required to re-audition for PVA.