Welcome to Sharjah Performing Arts Academy. 

This year, we are launching our new College of Music, introducing two undergraduate programmes; BMus in Arabic Music Performance and BMus in Western Music Performance. We have also added Lighting Design and Sound Design pathways within our MFA in Theatre and Live Performance Creation. Whether you are pursuing a postgraduate concentration in Directing, Producing, Set & Costume Design, Lighting Design, Sound Design, or one of the undergraduate programmes, Acting, Musical Theatre or Production Arts, Arabic or Western Music or Dance, you are joining a community committed to excellence, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of artistic exploration. 

At SPAA, we provide the space to imagine, the resources to create, and the mentorship to guide your development. For those entering the MFA programme, you are not just pursuing a degree; you are embracing a commitment to a craft that will challenge, refine, and elevate your potential. This programme is a crucible for creativity, blending traditional techniques with contemporary innovation under the guidance of our esteemed faculty and professional staff. 

For our undergraduate students, SPAA transforms you into an exceptional international artist. You will benefit from industry professionals who support, guide, and challenge your artistic journey. Our Academy has hosted some of the finest professional performers and creatives from around the globe, providing unmatched opportunities for learning and growth taught by industry leaders. 

As all of you begin this new chapter at SPAA, remember that every rehearsal, every critique, and every performance is an opportunity to advance towards mastery and make an indelible impact on the world of performing arts. Our international student body, faculty, and administration teams ensure a rich, diverse, and competitive learning environment that will prepare you for an international market. 

You are embarking on the most transformative journey of your artistic career. Your future starts today at SPAA, where we challenge, educate, and celebrate diversity and excellence in storytelling. We wish you the best on this exciting journey. We are confident that you will become the best in your field. 

Professor Peter Barlow FCIM FRSA 

Exeucitve Director, Sharjah Performing Arts Academy 

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