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About Us
Abernethy Performing Arts
275 S. Beavercreek Rd., Suite A-108
Oregon City, Oregon 97045
Studio: (503) 974-9235
"To me,
education
is leading out of
what is already there
in the pupil's soul."
- Muriel Sparks (1918), Scottish-born English writer
Our Philosophy
APA is committed to providing students with an education about performing arts, while establishing discipline and self-esteem. We offer every student the opportunity to perform in both a professional and recreational environment while promoting performing arts throughout our community.
Our Mission
The
success of education depends upon the cooperation between teacher,
student, and parent. Regardless of why our students are enrolled, be it
for poise, health, enjoyment, a creative outlet, or the pursuit of a
career, only a solid training program will bring the proper results.
It is our goal at APA to help each student develop discipline of the
mind and body, build self-esteem, and help define each student's
individual character.
With the proper training and strong curriculum, these students will
form a love for the art of dance and theater and build confidence that
will be rewarding throughout their lives.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a comprehensive program in performing arts for students two years of age through adult. We hope to give each student the opportunity to learn in and through the arts, making strong connections between all areas of theater performance, be it on stage or backstage, increasing their motivation to learn and succeed in life.
I think of each of my students as diamonds in the rough, ready to be polished into the brilliant person already there, and I the lucky one who only helps to shape this beautiful gem.