Ready to try an instrument, put your dance shoes on or take the spotlight for the first time? Established in 1978, Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts in River Ridge, LA offers private music lessons, dance classes, and acting classes to kids, teens, and adults in the New Orleans / Jefferson area, including Harahan, River Ridge, Metairie, Kenner, Destrehan, Lakeview, Gretna, and more. Our fun and inspiring instructors teach a variety of lessons, including: Music Lessons: Piano, guitar, voice, singing, drums, violin, trumpet, flute, clarinet, saxophone and more. Dance Classes: Ballet, hip hop, tap, contemporary, modern, preschool dance. Ensembles, acting classes and more!