GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS

Governor's School for the Arts is a public school that is part of the Governor's School for the Arts school district, located in Norfolk, VA.

The Governor's School for the Arts (GSA), located in the historic NEON District of Norfolk, Virginia, is a specialized tuition-free public high school program designed for artistically gifted students. Serving school divisions across South Hampton Roads, the school operates as a rigorous conservatory-style environment that balances a student’s traditional academic education at their home high school with intensive, pre-professional training in the arts. Students are selected through a highly competitive audition and portfolio review process, ensuring a community of high-achieving peers dedicated to their craft.

The school offers a diverse range of departments, including Dance, Instrumental Music, Musical Theatre, Theatre, Visual Arts, and Vocal Music, as well as a specialized Film program. By integrating professional artists as instructors and maintaining close partnerships with regional arts organizations, GSA provides students with real-world exposure and a curriculum that emphasizes technical mastery, artistic maturity, and creative expression. The institution is widely regarded as a premier hub for developing the next generation of creative professionals and performers in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

For more information, contact Governor's School for the Arts at (757) 451-4711 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.