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At Riviera Schools, Fine & Performing Arts help students build creativity and self-expression through visual arts, music, dance, drama, and performance from the earliest grades through High School. As the best private school in Miami, Riviera offers a vibrant arts experience that supports imagination and self-expression.
Performing arts pathway
Explore a vibrant Fine & Performing Arts experience with music, theater, dance, and visual arts, enriched by productions and extensive creative opportunities.
College success
Thrive in a high-achieving college-preparatory environment with small classes, exceptional academic opportunities, and a 100% college acceptance rate to universities.
Expert college prep
Navigate college preparation with personalized guidance, from course planning and college visits to Scoir tools, family workshops, and application support.
Future-ready skills
Build confidence, empathy, and resilience through a whole-student approach featuring Thrive Time, weekly advisory, and explicit development of the ISP Life Competencies.
Specialist artistic spaces
Create on the Prep campus in dedicated artistic spaces including the dance studio, art & music rooms, all designed to inspire expression and creative confidence.
Vibrant campus life
Connect through a vibrant Prep campus experience with over 20 optional clubs, signature community events that encourage meaningful relationships beyond the classroom.
Experiential learning
Take part in artistic productions and ILOS programs, including the annual Spring Musical and immersive theatre experiences, to build creativity and confident communication.
Leadership opportunities
Lead with confidence through meaningful opportunities such as Student Government Association, student-led community service projects, and honor societies.
Athletics excellence
Compete on the Prep campus across a wide range of JV and varsity sports, backed by experienced coaches, strong Bulldog spirit, and standout achievements.
Academic support
Benefit from daily support through afternoon tutorial sessions and personalized guidance that helps maintain steady progress throughout High School.
Language learning
Build confidence in Spanish, French, or Italian through language learning that strengthens communication skills and supports progress through language assessments.
Welcoming admissions process
Our admissions process is simple and supportive, with online applications, personalised tours, and guidance every step of the way.
At Riviera Preparatory School, Fine & Performing Arts help students develop creativity and self-expression through visual arts, music, theatre, and performance, making Riviera a strong choice for families seeking performing arts schools in Miami.
Riviera Preparatory School’s Dance Program provides students with a dynamic, well-rounded experience that combines technical training, performance opportunities, and creative expression. Designed for dancers of all levels, the program helps students build discipline, confidence, and a lasting appreciation for the arts.
Students can pursue dance through a variety of pathways, including the competitive dance program, where dedicated dancers train and perform at an advanced level, and the Riviera Rockettes, a spirited performance team that brings school pride to events and the wider community.
Riviera also offers a robust dance curriculum through elective courses, allowing students to explore different styles while developing technique, strength, and artistry during the academic day.
Our Band and Music Program offers students a well-rounded experience that builds musical skill, discipline, and artistic expression. Designed for musicians at every level, the program supports growth from foundational instruction to advanced ensemble performance.
Students may begin in Beginning Band, where they develop essential skills in technique, music literacy, and ensemble playing, and continue into groups such as Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, Chamber Symphony, and Bulldog Chorus. Off-campus learning and performance opportunities, including prestigious honor programs, further enrich the student experience.
Through rehearsals, performances, and collaboration, Riviera Schools in Miami students grow in confidence, teamwork, and musicianship in a supportive and inspiring environment.
The Theater Program offers students a dynamic experience that builds creativity, confidence, and performance skills. Through elective courses, production work, and performance opportunities, students explore acting, storytelling, stagecraft, and design in a collaborative environment.
From technical theater and behind-the-scenes production to participation in Riviera’s Thespian troupe and annual spring musical, students develop their talents both on and off stage. Master classes and field trips to live performances further enrich the experience in a supportive and inspiring setting, strengthening Riviera’s position among performing arts schools in Miami.
Riviera Preparatory School’s Visual Arts Program offers students a dynamic environment to explore creativity, build technical skills, and develop their artistic voice. Through a range of mediums and techniques, students strengthen both traditional and contemporary art practices while growing in critical thinking and visual literacy.
Students also have opportunities to showcase their work through exhibitions and community events, including distinguished venues such as the Bass Museum of Art and the Salvador Dalí Museum. In a supportive and inspiring setting, Riviera artists grow as confident creators and thoughtful visual storytellers.
Students grow as confident, creative, and well-rounded artists through technical training, performance, collaboration, and opportunities to develop their individual artistic voice.
Refine technique across dance, music, theater, and visual arts while building foundations in music literacy, stagecraft, strength, and artistic practice.
Develop creativity, artistry, and an individual artistic voice through performance, artistic exploration, and work across different mediums and styles.
Grow as collaborators through rehearsals, productions, ensemble work, and performance opportunities on stage, behind the scenes, and in the wider community.
Build confidence through public performance and artistic practice while developing discipline, teamwork, and commitment in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Strengthen critical thinking, visual literacy, storytelling, design awareness, and thoughtful interpretation through visual arts and theater experiences.
Through Riviera’s Fine & Performing Arts pathway, students build creativity, confidence, and discipline while strengthening the academic foundation and life skills to thrive in college and beyond.
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Life & career pathways
Student growth in Riviera’s Fine & Performing Arts pathway is guided by the same rigorous, relational approach that defines the wider Riviera experience. Across visual arts, theatre, music, and technical production, students build artistic confidence and technical skill through performances, exhibitions, portfolios, project-based assessments, juried reviews, and daily participation.
As they progress, students develop a strong body of work that reflects growing creativity, discipline, and independence. Their progress is celebrated and tracked through showcases, progress reports, report cards, quarterly award ceremonies, and MAP testing where appropriate. In Riviera’s close-knit environment, teachers know each student well, making feedback personal and meaningful, while families stay connected through regular communication, performances, and exhibitions.
Through the Fine & Performing Arts pathway, students develop the life competencies that help them flourish not only in school, but far beyond it. Artistic learning at Riviera strengthens creativity, collaboration, communication, adaptability, leadership, time management, and problem-solving, while also encouraging resilience, self-expression, and personal responsibility.
These experiences are powerfully reinforced by Riviera’s commitment to whole-child development. Through Thrive Time and the school’s focus on Social Skills for Life, students deepen essential competencies such as self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. In rehearsals, critiques, studio work, productions, and performances, students learn how to respond to feedback, contribute to a team, persevere through challenge, and communicate with confidence and empathy. Whether they are performing on stage, collaborating backstage, or presenting original artwork, students are building habits and human skills that transfer across every academic discipline and future career pathway.
At Riviera’s Prep Campus, students develop language skills and intercultural awareness through World Languages courses in Spanish, Italian, and French. These classes enhance communication abilities while inviting students to explore diverse viewpoints, customs, and international perspectives.
Student learning is monitored through regular grades and assessments that measure progress and support steady development in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension. Where available, students may also prepare for AP exams, further strengthening Riviera’s identity as an advanced placement school in Miami.
Riviera students expand their perspective through experiences that connect classroom learning with the wider world. Through Model UN, students engage with global issues by representing countries in simulated United Nations conferences, debating international topics, and developing resolutions.
Along the way, they strengthen their skills in research, public speaking, negotiation, collaboration, and leadership while gaining a deeper understanding of world affairs.
Through International Learning Opportunities (ILOS), students step into global environments connecting with peers part of the ISP network.
Riviera’s Fine & Performing Arts pathway opens doors to a wide range of future opportunities, helping students explore how their passions can lead to meaningful university and career pathways. Students gain exposure to fields including theatre, music, visual arts, graphic design, architecture, communications, arts administration, production, and the wider entertainment industry.
Through performances, exhibitions, technical theatre, Thespian activities, portfolio development, and community-facing showcases, students begin to see how creative and technical strengths can translate into future study and professional possibilities. They learn to present their work with confidence, develop professional-quality portfolios, and build the discipline, independence, and collaborative mindset needed for success after graduation.
This pathway also sits within Riviera’s wider culture of personalized college and career guidance, where exploration begins early and students are supported over time by counselors who know them well. Whether students go on to pursue collegiate arts programs or apply creative thinking in other fields, they leave Riviera with more than artistic skill.
Being part of the Riviera Rockettes has taught me how to balance the demands of competitive dance with all of my other responsibilities. The program is intense, but it’s also incredibly rewarding because I love what I do and, just as importantly, the people I get to do it with. One of the things I value most about Riviera is the genuine sense of community. When I came here, I found people who are authentic, supportive, and truly care about one another.
Eva Paredero Quiros, Class of 2028, Riviera Rockettes Dancer
Students may apply to Riviera Preparatory School throughout the year, and our admissions team is available to guide families through each step of the process with personalized support. Families exploring Riviera Schools admissions can connect with our team to learn more about the right entry point for High School.
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Discover a transformative High School experience at Riviera Preparatory School, where rigorous academics, advanced opportunities, and a supportive community prepare students for success in college and beyond.
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