Application
Process
Academy Registration for rising freshmen and rising sophomores new to the VPAA is April 15, 2010. We look forward to seeing you there. Please contact Ms. Melatti with any questions or concerns.
Written applications are
due to guidance counselors
by
February 1, 2010.
Auditions are scheduled for
February
20-27 and March 6, 2010 times TBA.
Information regarding requirements
for the appropriate
audition/portfolio
are available
from Salem High School.
Download an
Academy application
in pdf format.
Student notification will
be mailed to applicants
in the Spring. Letters of
intent from those admitted into the program must be mailed
by
March 12, 2010 to:
Eva Melatti
Salem High
School
The Visual and Performing Arts Academy
1993 SunDevil Drive
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23464
A selection committee will review the applications of all qualified applicants; applicants will then be scheduled for auditions/portfolio review.
Auditions will include:
Dance
A dance class, solo performance,
and an interview
Theatre
Two prepared contrasting one-minute monologues, a cold reading or
improvisation, and an interview
Visual Art
A portfolio of 5 to 20 pieces, including a still-life,
on-site creativity assignment, and an interview.
Vocal Music
One prepared selection, sight-reading, scales,
and an interview
Instrumental Music
Melodic and rhythmic prepared selections, scales,
sight reading, and an interview
Piano
Chord Progression
Additional information regarding
any of the academies in the Virginia Beach City Public Schools System
can be found at:
http://www.vbschools.com/
curriculum/academyprog/index.asp
