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Helen O’Grady Drama Academy - South Africa’s leader in affordable drama classes for all ages. Unleash confidence and creativity!

About Helen O'Grady Drama Academy

Helen O’Grady Drama Academy unlocks confidence and creativity through fun, affordable drama classes. Join the global movement founded by actress Helen O’Grady in 1979!

Quite simply, our approach is developmental drama, as opposed to performance drama.  The ongoing development of the child is never sacrificed on the altar of unattainable performance excellence!

We enjoy attending the Presentation Days and productions staged by the Academy. The energy and enthusiasm displayed by the students is a refreshing experience. Thank you, for your dedication and perseverance in maintaining such a high standard of work, and we look forward to many more years with your organisation.

Heather & Peter Parker

On Friday evening I witnessed the professional level of theatre that the Helen O’ Grady Drama Academy is able to impart on our children, and I needed to share my excitement with you. What they managed to achieve with Grade R learners was astounding! The school invested in lessons, and the final product was showcased at the prize giving and it was a wonderful and heart-warming experience.

Western Cape Education Department representative

I just want you to know that he always says drama class is where he is the happiest since he’s been at Willow Academy. I really thank you for making him feel that way.

Port Elizabeth mum

My daughter is one of your breeds – Helen O’ Grady Drama Academy instilled confidence, communication skills and the ability to speak her heart with boldness at all times! She was with the Academy in Uitenhage for 6 yrs and she’s our drama queen in the house! Thank you, Helen O’Grady Drama Academy, for what you have instilled in her. It can never be taken away!

Daleen from Uitenhage, Nelson Mandela Bay

Our journey with Helen O’Grady Drama began 10 years ago when our eldest, who was about to turn 6 years old at the time, joined up to develop and encourage confidence and expressing herself. We were drawn to the amazing ethos of the drama academy where everyone is included, encouraged and developed. Our second daughter waited in anticipation and 2 years later she began her Helen O’Grady experience. Both our daughters have made meaningful friends and connections with their classmates. They have been so wonderfully coached and mentored by the phenomenal teachers they have had.

Port Elizabeth parent
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