Intense training and the passion for dance of our teachers will transform you into the best artist you can be. Trust us to help you gain the strength and coordination that dance requires.

We feature a multi-discipline dance program that offers the ABT curriculum in ballet as well as cutting-edge modern and jazz.

To develop your mind we have an excellent academic program, which includes an English as a Second Language Department that helps international students become fluent in the global language of dance—English.

All students receive personal attention in an environment geared toward success.

choreographer, and dancer, said that "Dancers are great because of their passion.

Our Theatre Department will thrust you onto the cutting edge of the most daring contemporary and classic dramas, comedies, and musicals. You’ll also master advanced techniques that will give you the versatility for every kind of theatre.

Come to Idyllwild and work side-by-side with our gifted professional actors, dancers, singers, designers, and technicians. They’ll help you dig deep inside yourself and free your creative passion to take you as far as you want to go.

Bring your love of theatre to a place where that love is intense, and where we embrace the idea of making theatre your life.

For Curio Performing Arts, music is about the personal touch. The size of the Music Department is ideal: big enough to give developing classical artists many chances to perform—both in our orchestra and in chamber ensembles—and yet small enough to guarantee plenty of individual attention and instruction for every student. Our curriculum includes private lessons with musicians who are not only gifted teachers, but successful professionals recording studios. musicians grow in the personal care of experienced professionals who have worked with legends musicians who have both studio and publishing experience. Make beautiful music with us and start your own legend.