About Us

MISSION STATEMENT:
Embrace diversity, enrich community, nourish/encourage creativity, and enrich lives through the ever so important cultural arts.

ABOUT:
The Academy of Performing Arts San Diego (APASTUDIOS) has been committed to offering the best instruction available in the performing arts since 1993.  We provide all of the training necessary for the aspiring performing artist to succeed as well as offering classes for those interested in the performing arts for enjoyment.

Everyone is welcome!

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Who We Are

Our staff has been a carefully selected group of professionals from the Screen Actors Guild, Actors’ Equity Association, American Federation of Television & Radio Artists, American Guild of Musical Artists, American Guild of Variety Artists, various dance companies, and other performing arts organizations.

Our History

APASTUDIOS has been operating as an On-Going Training, Audition, & Rehearsal facility for over 20 years. We have hosted everything from local arts engagements, to major National & International auditions, rehearsals, & master classes. 

In addition to activity in San Diego, APA Founders, Kevin Charles Patterson & Liam Harney have produced major National Tours & International Tours in New Zealand, Australia, Europe, & the United States (hiring artists from San Diego and abroad).