The bar chart illustrates the participation levels of attendees in different age groups at performing arts events in Canada.
Overall, it can be seen that the 15-19 age group accounted for the highest participation levels in all of the performing arts events, except for classical music and opera, whereas the opposite was true for those aged more than 60. Additionally, professional performances and popular music events were the most popular ones for all of the age groups,whereas opera remained the least favourable attraction.
In terms of the 15-19 age group, nearly 48% of participants took part in professional performances, representing the highest participation rate, followed by 35% for those who participated in popular music events while the attendance level in theatre was under 25%. Similarly classical music and opera events attracted the fewest attendees, accounting for both under 5%. At the same time, the percentage participation rates in choral music and dance events were around 5% and 10%, respectively.
Concerning the 35-44 age group, around 35% of participants took part in concerts, followed by over 20% for those who were involved in popular music events while approximately 18% of participants participated in theatre.Meanwhile, the percentage of people who attended classical music, choral music and dance events was around 5%, 6%, and under 9%, respectively. Opera events recorded the least attended category with only 2% of participants.
Regarding those aged 60 and over, concerts or professional performances remained the most popular category, attracting approximately 25% of participants. Theatre and classical music followed, accounting for around 16% and 15% respectively. By contrast, attendance at choral music and popular music events was lower, accounting for approximately 10% and 8% respectively. While dance events attracted around 7% of participants, opera remained the least favourable event type for those aged over 60, accounting for only 1%.