“My daughter has blossomed at CTA Performing Arts! The nurturing environment has ignited her passion for dance. She looks forward to every class!”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
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Invest In Your Child's Future
At CTA Performing Arts, we believe that a training in dance and drama is one of the best investments you can make for your child’s future. We also hold the philosophy that dance and drama is for everyone.
Whether your child attends CTA Performing Arts for fun, fitness, friendship or to follow their dreams of a career on stage or camera, they will be supported by the most caring, creative, knowledgeable teachers in the business.
Discover Our Chiswick Dance Studio & Performing Arts Programme
We offer a variety of dance, drama and musical theatre for children of all ages and abilities. We offer over 70 classes a week in many different styles including Ballet, Tap, Street Dance, Acro Dance, Musical Theatre, and more.
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What Our Clients Say
From beginners to aspiring professionals, we’ve helped over 10,000 students to express themselves through dance, musical theatre and drama at our Chiswick studio.
“The teachers at CTA are amazing! They make learning fun and engaging for my little one. I love watching her confidence grow with every lesson.”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
“My daughter has found her second home at CTA Performing Arts. The advanced classes and performance opportunities have helped her excel as a dancer!”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
“CTA Performing Arts has been instrumental in shaping my daughter’s dance journey. The support from teachers and her amazing friendship group has made all the difference in her development.”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
“As my daughter prepares to graduate, I can’t thank CTA enough! The skills and confidence she’s gained here will last a lifetime.”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
“CTA Performing Arts has been a fantastic experience for my daughter. The teachers are patient and encouraging, making each class a joy for her!”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
“My son absolutely loves his dance classes! The friendly atmosphere and amazing teachers have helped him develop so much in just a few months.”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
I can’t express how grateful I am for CTA! My daughter is thriving, and her love for Musical Theatre shines through in every performance.”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
“CTA Performing Arts a wonderful blend of discipline and fun. My daughter has not only improved her technique but also made great friends!”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
“Watching my child grow as a performer has been a joy! The supportive community and dedicated teachers truly make this school exceptional. Her favourite time of the week is spending it at CTA!”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
“This is more than just a performing arts school; it’s a family! The positive environment has boosted my child’s confidence and passion for dance.”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
“The training my child receives here is top-notch! The teachers are incredibly knowledgeable and truly care about each student’s growth.”
CTA Performing Arts Dance Mum
Talent Agency Partnership with Daisy and Dukes
We are proud to partner with the prestigious talent agency *Daisy and Dukes*, who come each year to our studios and auditions our students aged five and up. If you are interested in how your child can be part of this opportunity, please contact the office on 020 8742 2861. You don’t have to be a CTA student to audition for Daisy and Dukes.
*Students Success – Celebrating Our Superstars! 🌟*
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At CTA, every student is a superstar in our eyes, and we are thrilled to celebrate the remarkable successes of our current students. Here’s a look at their incredible achievements:
*CTA Student Achievements:*
- *Alexis* – Matilda in the West End production of Matilda. Alexis is the 3rd Matilda trained by CTA!
- *Savannah* – Hortensia in the West End production of Matilda
- *Eden* – Little Marlon in the West End production of MJ the Musical at Prince Edward Theatre
- *Emme* – Originating the role of Becky in the new musical 13 Going on 30 at Manchester Opera House
- *Marisia * – UK tour of Joseph and His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
- *Gabriella & Sasha* – Royal Ballet School Junior Associates
- *Talia* – Lead role in a short film
- *Lara* – Winning a place at East 15 Drama School
- *Ellie* – Winning a place at LSMT (London School of Musical Theatre)
- *Beau & Orlando* – School boys in a feature film
Associations and Accreditations
CTA Performing Arts is proud to partner with the following: ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing), LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art), DSOA (Dance Studio Owners Association), and Alixa Flexibility.
Dance Studio Owners Association
In addition to delivering a CTA Performing Arts experience rooted in our core values, CTA Performing Arts is a member of the Dance Studio Owners Association Inner Circle. This is an educational mentorship programme of over 300 dance studios worldwide. To be part of the DSOA Inner Circle, each studio has to reach a criteria that CTA Performing Arts sailed through.
CTA Performing Arts Membership of the DSOA Inner Circle
Each week, Georgina Burns Founder & Artistic Director of CTA Performing Arts participates in coaching calls and Pro Classes with top experts in the Performing Arts and the business world. She also attends two virtual retreats and two in-person retreats each year. In January 2020, she went to Las Vegas where she met 200 Dance Studio owners from around the globe (mainly Canadian and American) and where CTA Performing Arts was one of only two studios from the UK. Georgina was also honoured to be one of the guest speakers at the Las Vegas conference. All conferences since April 2022 have been held virtually.
Georgina attends monthly meetings with her DSOA ‘squad’ – each squad is made up from a group of 10 Dance Studio owners from around the world. Squads change every 6 months giving Georgina the opportunity to meet and talk to many different studio owners from around the world.
The next in-person conference Georgina will attend will be in Miami in January 2022.
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Our own beautiful dance studios are situated in the heart of leafy Chiswick. Our facilities are modern and spacious. Take a look around CTA Performing Arts.
