Students Trained as Performers, Technicians, and Managers in the World of the Performing Arts!
The School of Performing Arts
offers a four-year program designed
to prepare students for continued
education and professional careers
in the performing arts. Students
are exposed to a curriculum that
focuses on the development of
their artistic and academic potential.
To be accepted, students must
audition for their area of interest.
Majors are offered in dance,
theater, instrumental, and music.
Dance: Throughout this four-year
program students study ballet, modern,
jazz, and tap techniques as well
as progress through a comprehensive
curriculum studying the fundamentals
of dance, dance history, dance composition,
choreography, and college and
career readiness.
Theater: Studies focus on voice &
diction, stage movement,
improvisation, monologues & scenes,
theater history, television & film, and
career preparation. Students will
participate in a variety of curriculum-
based residencies and workshops
taught by highly trained instructors.
Music: Students pick their primary instrument
of choice and learn a variety
of techniques to assist in rhythmic
studies, harmony, and ear training. In
addition, they are required to study
music history, theory, & performance.
Students will participate in music
instruction offered by highly trained
musicians.
Vocal: This program is designed to
help students develop and enhance
their vocal talents and abilities.
Students will be introduced to theory,
history, piano, breathing techniques,
as well as vocal performance.
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Exciting Learning Environments
Unique Facilities and Opportunities:
- Students in the dance program will take classes in two state of the art dance studios with full length mirrors, marley sprung floors, and professional sound systems. There is also a separate rehearsal studio and male and female locker rooms.
- A modern, state-of-the-art fully equipped 1,000 seat auditorium – complete with traditional and the latest “digital” equipment for campus productions
- A second, fully equipped “Black Box Theater” production stage, for intimate performances
- A spacious “U-shaped” band room with acoustic shelves and two sound proof practice rooms.
- A wide range of opportunities to perform on campus and throughout the community
- Located close to other performance
centers, universities
and New York City’s “Broadway”
Theater District
Performance Opportunities
Dance: All students in the dance
program perform in the Dance Ensemble’s
Winter Dance Concert and
the School of Performing Arts’ Spring
Dance Concert. Students are also
invited to audition for guest choreographer’s
work, the Senior Choreography
Showcase, and various assembly
programs throughout the year.
Theater: Theater students have the
opportunity to participate in curriculum-
based productions and one-act
plays performed in the Black Box
Theater.
Music: Instrumental students perform at the winter and spring concerts, spring musical, and school-wide
assembly programs and community events (this includes marching, concert and jazz bands). Students also are adjudicated by a panel of highly qualified musicians, where they have received awards for overall superior ratings.
Vocal: Vocal students have the opportunity to display the skills and techniques that they’ve acquired for the vocal spring concert. Additionally, the vocal students perform at school-wide assembly programs and community events throughout the year.
School of Performing Arts Curriculum Drama / Theater ArtsTraditional & Contemporary Dance / Ballet, Tap & Jazz Instrumental Music Students select one of the above a a career path major |
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9th Grade Performing Arts Level I English I Algebra I Geophysical Science World History World Language I Elective Physical Education/Health 10th Grade Performing Arts Level II English II Algebra II World Language II Elective Biology Physical Education |
11th Grade Performing Arts Level III English III Geometry Chemistry U.S. History I Elective Physical Education/Health 12th Grade Performing Arts Level IV English IV Elective(s) U.S. History II Education/Health |
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NOTE: The academic component is taught by highly qualified and dedicated professionals. Expertise of Faculty: Knowledgeable, experienced, and caring best describe our faculty. They provide a solid, supportive atmosphere that challenges students to overcome obstacles and achieve their personal best. |
Organization Affiliations
PCTI is a member of STANJ (The Speech and Theater Association of
New Jersey), which promotes excellence in the study and teaching of communication and theater arts. We are also affiliated with MENC (The National Association for Music Education), the NDEO (National Dance Education Organization), NHSDA (National Honor Society of Dance Arts), Dance New Jersey and the Tri-M Music Honor Society. These programs recognize students for their academic and musical achievements.
School-to-Careers Experience
PCTI maintains a very strong and
supportive School-to-Careers program, offering 9th, 10th and 11th graders the opportunity to “job shadow,” and 11th & 12th graders the chance to put their skills to work at a paid position in the workplace. Hundreds of students participate. . . and hundreds of business leaders support our
efforts by employing our students.
Awards and Honors
Theater:
- Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Award in 2016
- OUTSTANDING SCENIC ACHIEVEMENT in Man of La Mancha
- Nominated Educational Impact Award
- Speech and Theater Association of New Jersey (STANJ)
- 2016 Governor’s Award
- Best Actress in State
- Best Scene in State
- 2nd Place Best Improvisation Team
- Honorable Mention in Best Monologue
Dance:
- 2016 Two Student Awards NDEO Artistic Merit, Leadership and Academic Achievement Award National Winner
- 2016 Two Governor’s Student Awards for Artistic Excellence and Leadership in Dance
- 2015 Two Student Awards NDEO Artistic Merit, Leadership and Academic Achievement Award National Winner
- 2015 Governor’s Student Award for Artistic Excellence and Leadership in Dance