Creative and Performing Arts High School
Creative and Performing Arts High School (CAPA) is a public magnet school in South Philadelphia focused on arts education. Students study both academic subjects and their chosen artistic discipline.
History
[edit | edit source]CAPA was established in 1978 as a magnet school for artistically talented students. The school moved to its current location on South Broad Street as part of the Avenue of the Arts development.[1]
Programs
[edit | edit source]CAPA offers majors in:
- Dance
- Instrumental music
- Vocal music
- Theater
- Visual arts
- Creative writing
Audition Process
[edit | edit source]Admission requires:
- Academic qualifications
- Artistic audition or portfolio review
- Demonstrated commitment to the arts
Location
[edit | edit source]CAPA's building on South Broad Street places it at the heart of Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts cultural district, connecting students to the city's performing arts community.
Notable Alumni
[edit | edit source]Graduates include performers and artists who have achieved success on Broadway, in film, television, and fine arts.
See Also
[edit | edit source]References
[edit | edit source]- ↑ "About CAPA". School District of Philadelphia. Retrieved December 2025