School For The Performing Arts

The School for the Performing Arts offers much more than it delivers. The "director" has credentials in professional acting, but does not offer a coordinated and well thought program of instruction. Additionally, the remainder of the instructors are drawn from the Iowa City Community, and come and go through a revolving door, as the director hires and fires at whim and with little thought. This organization has a history of many music directors and many other short term supporting staff, all of whom have left with a great deal of anger. The board has suffered similar abdications, as responsible individuals have resigned in frustration after observing many unprofessional activities. There is an underlying feeling of disorganization due to poor internal communication and an undermining of efforts. more

I think its a great school. It is a huge step above the community theatre classes taught by unprofessional so -called actors/directors that saturate Iowa City. At least the teachers at School for the Performing Arts have professional experience at reputable theatres, film, tv,etc.They have worked with many directors and actors who are at the top of their field. They have extensive training from top notch universities and training programs in NY & London. Just because one takes a "drama" class in high school or college does not qualify them to teach the craft! What other performing arts school in Iowa, let alone in Iowa City, can say the same? more

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