Great start for Bellville

The week got off to a brilliant start as our Bellville school and studio students met their new teacher,  Ansuné van der Merwe.

Ansuné has always been passionate about all performing arts. 

So much so she started ballet at the age of 4! She went on to train in modern, Spanish and tap dancing.

She also loves singing and playing piano – we can’t wait to see her in action with the students at the year-end productions.

She had Drama as a school subject and was involved in various 

productions during her high school career. After graduating with a B.A. in Media & Writing and Law, Ansuné decided to follow her heart and pursue a career in the performing arts. She trained at the Waterfront Theatre School where she gained invaluable experience on stage.

She is currently working as a freelance actress and dancer while reading towards her ATCL Teaching Diploma in Speech and Drama through Trinity College.

While she enjoys performing, Ansuné is most excited to share her love for drama with others as a teacher. She believes drama is a powerful tool which allows students to find their voices, feel safe and loved, express their creativity and develop into confident individuals. It was a great start at Bellville yesterday and we can’t wait to see her and the students grow!

Bellville Studio Opening January 2016!

The growth of Helen O’ Grady Drama Academy knows no bounds.

We are ever growing, ever moving forward and we want you to join in the adventure.

Next year Helen O’ Grady Northern Suburbs and Winelands will be expanding and opening our Bellville Studio.

The Studio will be hosted at the Collective Arts Theatre…yes…a REAL Theatre!

We welcome all Primary and High School students as we will run a Composite Primary class as well as an exciting Youth Theatre class.

If you live in the area and surrounds, don’t hesitate, get in touch and sign up today.

Collective Arts Theatre: Corner of Frans Conradie Drive and Alexdra Street, Bellville                         (next to DF Malan High School)
3:30– 4:30pm    6-12 years old (Primary Class)
4:30– 5:30pm    13-18 years old (Youth Theatre Class)

Kenridge students perform at their annual parents day.

Here you can see our Kenridge Studio's Upper Primary class during our annual parents days. We were extremely proud of the children and their achievements. Most importantly all these children demonstrate fantastic communication skills. Well done to Nastassja, their teacher!