Stage School Australia is the leading performing arts organisation for young people in Australia! Offering beginner to advanced training for students aged 5 to 18, Stage School delivers weekly classes in Singing, Dancing and Drama at six convenient locations across Brisbane.
Stage School Australia celebrated 40 years in 2024. They have been operating since 1984, and began as an acting class in Melbourne. They expanded in to Brisbane in 2022, taking their wealth of knowledge and practice interstate.
Stage School Australia has recently produced full-scale musicals for the whole family to enjoy, including The Wizard of Oz in 2024 and Seussical in 2025!
Performing Arts Training for 5-18 year olds
Stage School Australia offers performing arts training for young performers aged 5 to 18 years.
They offer all of our programs at each of our 6 convenient locations across Brisbane: Albany Creek, Jindalee, Mount Gravatt, The Gap, South Bank and Wynnum.
Students work towards a performance outcome, where they will showcase everything they have learnt each semester in a fully costumed and staged theatrical production.
Programs on offer at Stage School Australia
Beginners OnStage (Ages 5โ7)
If your little one loves to sing, dance, or put on a show at home, this is the perfect place to start.
Beginners OnStage is a perfect introduction to the world of performing arts, designed especially for 5 to 7-year-olds. Each week, your child will explore singing, dancing and drama in a fun and supportive environment.
This program is all about building confidence, nurturing creativity, and encouraging young personalities to shine.
Young Australian Broadway Chorus (Ages 8โ18)
For those interested in the world of musical theatre, the Young Australian Broadway Chorus (YABC) combines singing, dancing and drama in high-energy sessions.
With a focus on performance skills, and song and dance, the YABC is the perfect training for students wishing to shine on stage!
Australian Youth Theatre (Ages 8โ18)
For students more passionate about acting and drama, the Australian Youth Theatre (AYT) is a dedicated drama program that develops voice, movement and character work through improvisation, script work and stage performance.
Itโs the ideal outlet for expressive young minds and aspiring storytellers.
The Talent Company of Australia (Ages 5 – 18)
For those wishing to pursue a professional career on the stage and screen, Stage Screen Australia offers screen acting workshops, and agency representation in the entertainment industry through the Talent Company of Australia (TCA).
Within their YABC and AYT programs, Stage School Australia has hierarchies to support beginners through to advanced performers.
How do classes with Stage School Australia work?
- Weekly classes ranging from 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on age and experience
- Expert teaching staff with specialisations in singing, dance and drama
- A structured, curriculum-based learning approach
Notable Alumni
Many of Stage School Australia’s alumni have gone on to pursue professional careers in the acting and musical theatre industries, including Samantha Dodemaide (currently playing Nini in Moulin Rouge on Broadway), Caitlyn De Kuyper (currently playing Katherine Howard in SIX: The Musical on the West End), James Majoos (Darren in Heartbreak High – Netflix), and James Frecheville (Peaky Blinders, Animal Kingdom, Adore).
Wherever your child starts, theyโll be supported every step of the way by experienced, passionate teachers who create a welcoming space to grow and thrive.
Testimonials
“My husband and I were absolutely blown away with how everything went and how brilliantly it was put together. We absolutely loved the shows, the costumes were outstanding, the flow of every performance was amazing! I canโt begin to tell you how immensely proud we both were of our daughters and how glad we are we joined Stage School Australia. Itโs one of the best things weโve ever enrolled our daughters in.
This is the first time our daughters have done anything like this and weโve seen how their confidence has grown and how happy they each were to be part of this, not to mention how much they both look forward to going to their classes every single week!”
“My daughter has been attending Stage School Australia for two years and she loves it! She does singing, dancing and drama classes each week and the end of semester performances are so incredibly professional. She has made wonderful friends, improved in confidence and in her ability to perform on stage, and has enjoyed learning from some great teachers along the way. Highly recommend Stage School Australia to anyone looking for a high quality extra curricular activity for their child.”
“We are a seasoned Stage School Australia family having had my son go through the Drama program when he was young to gain more confidence and my daughter who started with Beginners on Stage at 5 and is now 13 and enjoying another year with Young Australian Broadway Chorus. [My daughter] enjoys every moment of the rehearsals, workshops and performances, this program allows her to combine singing, dance and a bit of acting. As a parent who works full time and couldn’t commit to taking my daughter to dance classes after school this was a fabulous alternative, I don’t have to arrange costumes there are no competitions just 4 performances a year. Location of the performances are fabulous and it’s a great event for all the friends and family. Can not recommend more highly. Teachers are supportive, fun and keen to develop the children whilst ensuring they are having a lot of fun.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Do parents need to organise costumes? No! Parents can sit back, relax and enjoy the performances. Stage School Australia has a Costume Department, and in it over 14,000 costumes, as well as accessories, sets, and more!
How do we join? Entry is by audition, or free trial classes. Stage School Australia holds these at the beginning of each semester. They are currently open for booking into their free trial classes throughout June and July 2025 for Semester 2 classes.
Do parents need to stay and supervise their child for the class? No! Parents can drop their children off and pick them up at the end of the class.
To find out more, including locations and dates for upcoming free trial classes and auditions, please visit the Stage School Australia website.