CPAA Arts Center
CPAA's mission has always been to introduce Chinese performing arts to
American general public as an integral part of American society. Now,
CPAA Arts Center takes on serving our community and cultivating local
talents as the primary goals of the center.
Spacious Performing & Visual Arts Facility
The arts center occupies14,000 sq ft of space, housing 3 multi-purpose
auditoriums and 10 medium to small-sized rehearsal rooms, suitable for
various kinds of arts and culture activities. It can hold art exhibits
of paintings and sculpture, chamber music concerts and recitals, dance
performances, as well as drama and Chinese opera shows.
Distinguished Artists and Instructors
CPAA Art Center retains a large pool of superb artists and arts
educators as instructors for classes in Western and Chinese musical
instruments, dance, drama, and visual arts. Classes of special
interests include music composition, chamber music, wushu (martial
arts), Konghou (Chinese harp), and Peking Opera. The curriculum is
designed to be comparable to that of professional conservatories.
Students can arrange to take multiple classes in related disciplines
and thrive in a comprehensive environment for well-rounded artistic
growth. To give the students the ultimate incentive to practice and
opportunities to perform, CPAA will select a premium group of students
each year to participate in its annual professional showcase
performance. Artists Bios
Workshops, Classes and Clubs
CPAA Art Center is open to adult members of the community for
self-enrichment activities, such as singing, dancing, painting, and
acting workshops in addition to the formal training described above.
Students may also enroll in cultural classes presented by local groups
such as Payvand Arts and Cultural School and Dances from India. Please
take this wonderful opportunity to beautify your life and our community
by joining in these art and cultural activities.
CPAA Arts Center is located at:
6148 Bollinger Road, San Jose, CA 95129
Tel: (408) 973-8276