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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The agreement includes nearly 39 acres in Westchester Country, a $250,000 playground and a performing arts center, among other equipment and infrastructure. Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 20 July 2026 Scholarship recipients are selected based on factors including academic achievement, community service, financial need and noteworthy extracurricular activities such as work, performing arts and athletics. Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 12 July 2026 In 2006, with some help from friends, the late Debbie Reynolds and the Smothers Brothers, a $17 million performing arts center bearing Red’s name opened on campus at Vincennes University. Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026 She was recognized for her services to the performing arts by Queen Elizabeth, who made Andrews a dame in 2000. Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 8 July 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 28 Jul. 2026.

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