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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Molina won Spain’s National Dance Award, the Silver Lion at the Venice Biennale and the Gold Medal of Merit in the Fine Arts, establishing herself as one of the most influential creators on the contemporary performing arts scene. — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 10 Nov. 2026 Before the mall and hotel were built, the free-standing Jordan Marsh ruled the corner, diagonally across the street from the Sears tower, where Miami’s performing arts center now stands. — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 10 Nov. 2026 In a time when the performing arts are facing hardships, The Center For Performing Arts at Governors State University is aiming to bring more high-quality performing arts to the south suburbs. — Elena Tittel, Chicago Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026 Tuesday Spotted at the polls Natomas Charter School Principal Gareth Love dropped off his ballot at the school’s performing arts center Tuesday afternoon. — Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 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 13 Nov. 2026.

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