East End Performing Arts

East End Performing Arts is located in the Regent Square neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Housed in the Wilkins School Community Center, it is the goal of EEPA to bring an appreciation and understanding of music and theatre to the children and adults of the surrounding neighborhoods. The instruction provided through EEPA provides a safe environment in which students learn to "trust their instincts" and stretch themselves creatively.

EEPA holds its group classes in the Children's Complex at the Mifflin Avenue United Methodist Church (MAUMC.) The church boasts a secure entrance for our students and their families, an air conditioned series of rooms for us to work in, and a comfortable library area on the first floor where parents can wait for their young actors.

This class is held in person. Properly fitted masks must be worn for the duration of your time in the building. Session one is now FULL - please email info@eastendperformingarts.com to get on the waiting list. Does your child like to sing?

This class will teach the youngest of singers how to use their voice in the healthiest way through group warm ups and songs (students will have input into our song choices, ) and begin to teach the basics of note reading through games, arts and crafts and other group activities.We'll also participate in acting improvisation games to help us fully tell the story of a song.

PB&J classes (one for grades 1-3, another for grades 4-6) will find up to 9 students rotating through 3 stations in each lesson that include:. Supervised small group practice time, with each student at their own keyboard with headphones.

Theory games - this may include activities like using Duplo blocks to create a rhythmic or melodic pattern, internet based content, activities from the Piano Pronto books (see below) and coloring/drawing activities.Team Work- everyone has the same assignment, so you can help each other by sharing tips and learn from one another.

Classes will be held in person and properly fitted masks will be worn for the duration of your time in the building. This class is a great way to dip your toe into the joys of acting and singing in a musical, as we will study, rehearse and perform scenes from Broadway and Off-Broadway shows.

Every student gets a chance to shine and dig into a role, as well as gain experience in: singing, staging group musical numbers and learning light choreography.This class will also introduce students to notable theatre personalities, such as actors or composers, through listening activities, videos, and short research assignments (which are usually rewarded with prizes if they are completed on time and according to directions!)