For the Community

Since its doors opened in 2004, with an initial offering of 35 classes and 750 students, the Patel Conservatory has grown to become the leading provider of performing arts education for the entire Tampa Bay community.  We actively seek to develop ongoing performing arts educational experiences with select Tampa Bay area agencies, community organizations and schools.

For the Community

Community Partners

The mission of the Patel Conservatory is to offer the finest performing arts training in an inspirational setting to the Tampa Bay community and to provide the tools to dream, reach, discover and create the performing arts.  [more]

Teach-In and Educational Outreaches

Staff and Faculty members of the Straz Center and the Patel Conservatory are always willing to come and talk to your students or members of your organization about what makes the Straz Center and Patel Conservatory tick.  [more]

Lecture and Talk-Back Series

The Straz Center’s Lecture and Talk-Back Series features free pre-performance lectures and post-performance talk-backs that provide an educational behind-the-scenes look at artists and art forms for selected performances.  [more]