Points for whether performing arts in education are relevant
• Could be seen as expendable when cuts have to be made
• Might have a natural appeal to young children
• Could be argued that other subjects are more important
• Short-sighted view of the Arts particularly in a post-industrial age
• Various career possibilities can be linked to education in the
performing arts
• Confidence in so-called core subjects can be increased through the arts
• The need to maintain cultural traditions
• Therapeutic aspects of a performing arts education
• Encouragement of teamwork
• Some feel that they do not have a natural disposition for performing
arts
