Star-studded performing arts career
THE entertainment industry is huge and attracts a diverse range of talents in two vital areas - those who shine in front of audiences or the camera and those who excel in the background.
People mistake the entertainment industry as mainly for those with the ability to sing, dance and act. These are the talents we see in the final outcome, whether on television, in theatrical and cultural performances, films or concerts.
However, long before we get to see the final product, a lot takes place behind the scenes and the range of skills required cover the entire gambit of design, communications, finance, business and new media.
Often the entertainment sector is not the first choice for many students to build a satisfying and rewarding career except in countries where the creative sector is well-networked and people start from a very early stage to build their careers in performing arts.
The Limkokwing Academy of Creativity and Innovation is providing the opportunity for those who don’t feel academically inclined and want to explore their talents in the performing arts.
Performing arts are not confined to dance, music or acting. Careers in performing arts demand skills in writing, stage design, art direction, graphic design, product design, music direction, costume design, face design, sound engineering, visual effects, stunts and choreography among many other skills that are needed to finance, stage and promote performances and productions.
Careers in performing arts require serious discipline and dedication and those who excel find the opportunities to grow their careers in many places in the world. From US to India, China and Europe the entertainment industry is among the fastest growing sectors that governments are funding.
Performing arts is also connected with the tourism industry as governments attempt to preserve their cultural heritage of crafts, music, costume and folklore through cultural performances that provide visitors glimpses into the richness of a country’s history.
The Limkokwing Academy provides opportunities for those students without the qualifications to enter into universities. They can build their skills to enter hi-income careers in performing arts.
The Limkokwing Academy of Creativity and Innovation was established by the Limkokwing University of Creative Technology as a talent development institution that provides opportunities for youths who are unable to enter university to pursue degree programmes. The Limkokwing Academy believes that it is possible for those with talent to build formidable careers given the chance to find their passion and build their expertise.
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