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Musical Theatre Classes in Markham · Ages 4–18TAKE YOUR MOMENT.

At TADA, excellence in the arts is the foundation for excellence in life—building confident, creative young people through structured musical theatre training.

Three art forms.
One complete performer.

Musical Theatre is a collaborative art form, combining singing, movement, and acting into one unified artistic expression.

Singing

Students develop a healthy, expressive voice through training in breath support, posture, resonance, and musicianship, using song and dialogue to communicate emotion and character with confidence and clarity.

Movement

Students develop physical coordination, body, and spatial awareness, using movement and dance to communicate story, emotion, and character.

Acting

Students learn to bring characters and emotions to life while developing the skills to analyze text, understand narrative, and make personal, intentional artistic choices.

A Different Kind of Arts Education

We believe artistic excellence grows best in an environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired every step of the way.

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  • Exceptional educators who combine extensive teaching experience, international training, and professional performance experience.
  • Small class sizes create opportunities for deeper learning, individualized instruction, and meaningful feedback.
  • A progressive curriculum that complements and expands on the Ontario Arts Curriculum, guiding students from foundational training to pre-professional productions.
  • A welcoming community where students feel supported to take risks, build confidence, and pursue excellence.
  • Students bring their learning to life through fully staged theatre productions with professional lighting, costumes, and live audiences.
Explore our philosophy

TADA Classes

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Ages 4–18 · Weekly classes · No experience required

Musical Theatre Group Lessons

Students build foundational skills through education in Singing, Acting and Dancing, with multiple staged performance opportunities.

Ages 7–18 · Weekly classes · Audition required

Musical Theatre Troupe

This audition-based program is for committed students who are ready to dive into the world of theatre. Students continue developing their skills by performing in larger, more complex productions.

Ages 6+ · Voice · Acting · Dance

Private Lessons and Audition Preparation

Students receive personalized instruction, focused feedback, and structured goal setting to build confidence, technical excellence, and meaningful artistic growth.

Excellence Beyond the Stage

Through musical theatre, students develop the courage, curiosity, connection, and character they carry into every part of life.

Courage

The confidence to step outside your comfort zone, express yourself, and face new challenges.

Curiosity

A lifelong desire to explore, imagine, reflect, and continue learning.

Connection

A sense of belonging built through collaboration, shared experiences, friendships, and empathy.

Character

The discipline, resilience, and habits needed to pursue excellence in everything you do.

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Beyond Our Stage

Our students represent TADA with pride:

  1. Gold and Platinum awards for musical theatre performances at the Ontario Music Festival Association (OMFA) Provincial Finals, Kiwanis Music Festival, North York Music Festival, and Take the Stage Music Festival.
  2. Admission to regional arts performing secondary schools, and international university and conservatory theatre programs.
  3. Professional theatre, film and television work.
  4. Outstanding achievements in academics, such as Dean's List recognition, essay competitions, and scholarships.

Take Your First Step

Your journey to excellence starts here.

Book a trial class today, and experience musical theatre training in a warm, refined academy setting in Markham.