Festival of the Arts 2025

Saturday, May 17, 2025 6:00 p.m.Adrienne Arsht Center’s Ziff Ballet Opera HouseTickets Go On Sale – March 13th The Festival of the Arts has been a Conchita tradition since the school’s very beginning. The Festival of the Arts, a tradition since 1933, brings together children of all ages to work with our faculty of internationally renowned dancers, choreographers, musicians, and visual artists to showcase their talent and artistic development and share the profound effect that the arts can have on young lives.  To make it even more special, this Festival will be our first at the Adrienne Arsht Center Ziff Ballet Opera…

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Music Summer Intensive

The Music for Musical Theatre Intensive, led by Ms. Yirka Ledon and Mr. Norman Milanes, is designed to challenge and inspire Conservatory musicians in 3rd grade and above. The program will offer a unique opportunity for our young musicians to grow in their love for music and mastery of the musical instrument of their choice, while working on music from Broadway and Broadway-style musicals. Students will work with the program’s music faculty both privately and in a group setting, play in an ensemble, work on sight-reading, try new musical instruments, and learn music history.  Learn More and Register

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Musical Theatre Summer Intensive

The Summer Musical Theatre Intensive, led by Yirka Ledon, is designed to introduce students interested in theatre and voice to the wonderful world of Broadway and Broadway-style musicals. Students will participate in a number of technique classes, including acting, improvisation, voice, movement, and tech work. The Musical Theatre Intensive is designed to give students an overall perspective on being a well-rounded and complete performance artist and allow them the space to play and discover talents they may not even know they had!  Learn More and Register

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Summer Dance Intensive

Led by Danella Bedford and Marisol Moreno, the CEC Dance Intensive is designed to strengthen students’ dance technique, artistry, and creative capabilities, as they challenge themselves to think outside the box through a summer-long project integrating different forms of dance.  All dancers will have the opportunity to participate in ballet, contemporary, jazz, and Spanish dance technique classes, including Spanish dance work with castanets, fans, bata de cola, and mantón (shawl).  Students will be placed in groups according to age and level, as determined by their teachers and will participate in a variety of different dance, choreography, and performance-related classes….

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Summer Music Classes

We are very happy to offer all our music students the opportunity to continue their private music lessons (instruments & voice) throughout the summer.  During these summer months of non-regular schooling, children make great progress in their private music studies, as their minds are fresh and open to learning in a different way. Please get in touch with your respective teachers in order to have a conversation about how to best adjust your class schedule to your vacation plans.(Please note – the weeks selected do not have to be consecutive. Please make sure to specify upon registration) Summer music…

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Conservatory Pre-Registration Open

Conservatory Pre-Registration discounted pricing is available for those who register and submit payment by July 11th. To register, email this form to Isabel Chao at ichao@conchitaespinosa.com and submit registration payment through our Payment Portal. Take advantage of this time to register your child in Dance, Music, Martial Arts, or Visual Arts at a discounted registration fee. The Conservatory is an integral part of the “Conchita experience.” Participation in the Arts stimulates and inspires young hearts and minds. The Conservatory of the Arts offers your child the opportunity to be active, a space to let loose, a channel through which to open their minds, and a chance to expand their sense of community and make friends with…

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Visual Arts Show – Encantos de Nuestras Raices

On April 12th, CEA/CEC transformed into a spectacular art gallery, thanks to Ms. Vazquez’ endlessly creative vision, dedication, and hard work, and our students impressive work and talent! All CEA students and CEC art students had at least one piece on display. Encantos de Nuestras Raíces was a magical celebration of Hispanic cultures through student art. Each area highlighted a different country, creating an immersive journey for families and guests: 🇨🇴Colombia & 🇻🇪Venezuela: Colorful birds welcomed everyone at the entrance🇵🇷Puerto Rico: Capilla del Cristo, Parque de las Palomas, and vibrant Vejigante masks🇨🇺Cuba: The cafeteria featured coffee paintings, abuel@ portraits,…

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JOIN THE LEGACY

For over 92 years, Conchita Espinosa Conservatory of the Arts (CEC) has maintained their commitment to the development of young artists. CEC offers students exceptional technical and artistic training within a nurturing environment that allows them to develop into human beings with a deep understanding, appreciation, and respect for the Arts. Enrollment is open to the community and not limited to students from the Academy. Classes are also available for professionals and adults.