Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts (LAAPA)

Performing Arts Academy in Harahan

Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts (LAAPA) runs the River Ridge / Harahan campus on Dickory Avenue, a multi-discipline arts academy combining music, dance, and drama. Programs serve toddlers from 18 months through adults.

Programs Across Disciplines

Music lessons plus dance and drama tracks. Programs include:
- Music: piano, voice, guitar, drums, violin, bass, ukulele, banjo, mandolin, cello, clarinet, flute, sax, trumpet, trombone, songwriting/composition
- Dance: ballet, hip hop, tap, contemporary/modern, improv/choreography, toddler dance
- Drama: acting, musical theater

What's Included

• In-person or online lesson options
• Initial three-month minimum, then month-to-month (no long-term lock-in)
• Complementary music theory class for eligible private students
• Strength and conditioning sessions for eligible students
• Free annual studio time for private music students

Experience

Cross-discipline academy lets families try music, dance, and drama at one studio rather than juggling three. Toddler-dance and 18-month entry point makes it usable for very young kids alongside school-age siblings.