The performing arts are some of the most captivating of any art form. They are the essence of the human character for they are the direct expression of the longing all of us feel to be something or someone other than ourselves. In essence, to project and, in doing so, to understand the meanings of life through various angles. Reading a book is a more subtle nuanced expression of our human escapism, but performance is tangible, is real, can be touched, visualized, tasted. Here we've put together some places where you might learn more about the performing arts.
Association of Performing Arts Presenters - Creating public awareness and acknowledging outstanding accomplishments in the presenting field. Site also includes a searchable job bank. Representing both the non-profit and for-profit sectors of the industry, Arts Presenters members hail from all 50 states and more than 15 countries across the gl...
Performing Arts Reading Room Home Page - The Performing Arts Reading Room is the service point for the broad and
diverse collections of the Music Division at the Library of Congress. Searchable index of information on theatre, dance and music. Library of Congress, Washington, DC.