National Performing Arts Festival at Universal Orlando Resort

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National Performing Arts Festival

Take to the stage at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida! Join talented young artists from across the globe during this annual theatre and drama event, which combines the best of performances, feedback clinics led by professional actors, and workshops led by professional theatre artists. Our annual theatre festival unites young actors, dancers, and singers combining creativity and inspiration with the fun of the Universal parks! Now accepting groups for the 2025 event: Feb 19-23, 2025
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  • Itinerary

Orlando

National Performing Arts Festival Features

  • Adjudicated group performances and optional solo/duo competition
  • Workshops designed for performers and technical theatre students
  • Feedback clinics led by professional performers
  • Top performance(s) will be showcased onstage at Universal Orlando CityWalk
DATES
02/19/2025 to 02/23/2025

Your adventure, day by day

Day 1 : Welcome to Orlando!
Arrival in Orlando

Arrive in Orlando, Florida.

Universal Orlando Resort

Choose a 3 or 4-day tickets to explore all the parks at Universal Orlando Resort, including attractions like the Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay Water Park.

Take the stage!

National Performing Arts Festival begins.

Performance

Groups perform and enjoy a feedback clinic with theatre professionals.

Day 2 : Festival Performances
Universal

Enjoy free time at Universal Orlando Resort parks.

Actor Workshops

Continue perfecting your craft during our Actor Workshops.

Solo & Duo Competitions (optional)

Young artists can participate in the Solo and Duo competitions.

Day 3 : Learning Sessions
Enjoy at Orlando Resort

Free time at Universal Orlando Resort.

Learning session

Learn from industry professionals in an Audition & Casting Information Session.

Learning session

Learn about the performance industry during a Meet-the-Actor session.

Awards Presentation

Attend the National Performing Arts Festival Awards Presentation.

Day 4 : Final Day
Last day at the parks

Continue enjoying the parks at Universal Orlando Resort.

Seminars

Participate in technical crew seminars on Sound & Lighting, Costuming & Set Design/Props, or Special Effects.

Showcase Performance

Select groups participate in a Showcase Performance on the Lagoon Stage at Universal CityWalk.

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