ARTSies specializes in theatre for youth, and there's NO experience necessary to join our programs! Whether your child is a seasoned performer, or has never done anything like this before, there's a place for them in our community. Programs are led by co-founders Libby and Joey, who are experienced educators and have a background as professional performers! We've been based in Markham since 2017, but became the arts education organization in residence at the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto in the Fall 2023. Our school year program still has a Markham location, but all shows and summer camps take place at the P.C. Ho Theatre in the CCCGT. We offer Performance Programs, Private Vocal/Piano Lessons, Theatre Camps, and Workshops!

• Special needs: Yes, mild support.
  A few of our campers have special needs.
• LGBTQ+ friendly community

Where most performing arts schools offer a variety of different classes, we have a very specific focus on musical theatre performance. Because this is all we do, we are very good at it! We teach to the individual child's comfort and ability level. Those who have more experience may sing solos or be responsible for larger roles, and those who are new or more shy will get a couple of lines and sing in the group numbers to start. Always with the goal of challenging them just enough that there’s growth, while ensuring that they'll be successful- not overwhelmed. Being a goal-oriented program- we're always working towards a final show- has so many benefits, & the skills learned extend far beyond the stage!

Registration for all of our programs is done online and is quick and easy! Once registered, parents have access to our convenient online Parent Portal, where they can enroll in future classes, and make updates to their accounts. We're known for our detailed communication. After registration you'll receive a confirmation email. A couple of weeks before your program begins, you'll get an email explaining everything you need to know for the session, and throughout the session you'll get regular communication so you know exactly what your child is working on, what's happening next, and we share tools to help them practice at home. School year registration opens in June, and camps open in January.

Co-founders and directors Libby & Joey are very hands on and teach in every Performance Program & Summer Camp! Our amazing additional Summer Camp team consists of energetic and passionate leaders who bring plenty of experience in both the arts, and working with children. All staff members are Standard First Aid and CPR-C certified. Most of our team are university students who are studying theatre, or working towards becoming teachers. Many of them were once students or campers themselves at ARTSies, and love to share their passion for musical theatre with the next generation. It truly is a family! Our private lesson faculty hold degrees in music, multiple years of teaching experience, and professional performance experience of their own.