University of the Arts Sharjah
Artistic Director: Professor Peter Barlow
Sharjah, AE
Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) is the UAE's premier specialist performing arts academy and the only conservatoire-style institution in the Middle East dedicated exclusively to the performing arts. Located in University City, Sharjah, SPAA offers internationally recognized degrees in acting, musical theatre, dance, music, and production arts, with world-class facilities and faculty from across the globe.
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History
Established in 2019 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah. Created to provide world-class conservatoire training in the performing arts for the UAE and the wider Middle East. Has quickly become an internationally recognized institution offering undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and youth programmes.
Program Features
Requirements
Successful audition (or portfolio/interview for production courses) High school diploma or equivalent Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent for international students) Personal statement and supporting documents Meet UAE university admission requirements
Courses offered
BA Acting BA Musical Theatre BA Production Arts Bachelor of Music (Western Music Performance) Bachelor of Music (Arabic Music Performance) Level 6 Diploma in Professional Dance Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Young Performers Courses Short Courses BTEC International Level 2 Award in Performing Arts
Locations
Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) University City , Sharjah, 525400, AE
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Styles: classical, contemporary, jazz. Artistic director: Professor Peter Barlow. Based in Sharjah.
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