performing arts

noun

: types of art (such as music, dance, or drama) that are performed for an audience
a high school for the performing arts

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Much like her character Maya, Kedia balanced pursuing the performing arts with a rigorous academic schedule. — Brianna J. Heath, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026 For his Spring 2027 runway show, Moralioglu relocated to the Roundhouse, a performing arts and concert venue that has seen the likes of Jim Morrison and Jimi Hendrix. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 24 Sep. 2026 Subsequent Vogue Worlds have taken place in London, Paris and Hollywood, with ticket proceeds going toward local cultural and performing arts organizations in the host cities. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2026 The legal wrangling over the future of the performing arts center has lasted for months. — Steven Portnoy, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for performing arts

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“Performing arts.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/performing%20arts. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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