A premiere musical theater and performing arts company for youth & teens.
Act! Sing! Dance! Comedy! Theatrics! Workshops! Film! Joy!
Offering; After-school Classes, Winter, Spring, Summer Camps, Parties,
and School Enrichment in Santa Monica, Culver City, Beverly Hills and more.
Since 1987 KIds On Stage, a premiere theater, video, musical theater and overall performing arts program for kids and young adults ages 1 to 18. Actors act, sing, dance, film, Comedy Improv as well as, theater games, improv, collaborate, brainstorm and work on their performance techniques. Programs include Musical Theater (Ages 3.5-18), Acting Workshops, Drama and Theatrics, Tap and Jazz Dance for Musical Theater, Tots On Stage (Parent & Me), Comedy Improv, Filmmaking, Custom Classes and camps along with community and school enrichment programs (school and after-school programs) plus year round vacation camps and of course our fabulous parties (birthdays, events, fundraisers, coming of age, creative childcare and more).
Kids On Stages guides players through self-expression, problem solving, brainstorming, self-expression, self-confidence and social consciousness through the theater arts inspiring players to discover their own unique voice while building valuable skills that extend to all facets of life. Players can learn valuable artistic skills using our creative and empowering methods. Self-discipline and joy are encouraged!
Kids On Stage prides themselves on high quality programs including: CLASSES, CAMPS and PARTIES including in school ENRICHMENT programs plus CUSTOM and COMMUNITY EVENTS. Locations include Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, Culver City, Beverly Hills, Valley and more. All programs provide an age-appropriate, non-competitive and joyful setting. Every actor has the opportunity to shine and are encouraged to find their own voice in a challenging and enriching environment. Every actor on all levels are welcome and can benefit from KOS programs. Everyone is a star!
What Makes Us Unique?
Founded in 1987, we are a community of professional artists and educators dedicated to bring out the best in each player.
Administrators and instructors develop and coordinate creative, valuable and age appropriate programs.
Kids On Stage has been featured on CNN, HBO, Showtime, Ted Turner Entertainment, British documentary "Hollywood Kids", Backstage West, L.A. Parent, Family Magazines and more!
2016 Small Business Award, 3 Times winners of "Best of the Best" LA Parent, Mommy Poppins, Redtri
Class Sessions: Fall, Winter, Spring
Camps: Winter, Spring, Summer plus customized camps
Parties: Birthdays, Corporation, Coming of Age, Events, Fundraisers and more
Private Coaching: All ages. Year Round.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
since 1987
What is your primary product or service?
Kids On Stage, Inc. is a highly acclaimed, award winning theater arts company for kids and young adults. We pride ourselves on our high-quality and joyful environment.
Founded in 1987, performing arts program for kids. Classes (afterschool/in schools/workshops/custom), Camps (Winter/Spring/Summer plus others),
Parties (year round- all ages)
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I was in love with both theater and music and was a music major in high school.
I went on to be a Producer of commercials and music video before I became a mom of 3 kids. My dear friend started Kids On Stage and ask me to help her out with the company. Eventually with that year I took it over with my business partner Cari Derbise. It is amazing to run such a beautiful company that fulfills all my passions- kids, theater, music, producing, connecting with the community and creative expression.
I was a music and theater major back in Highschool
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Although there are other musical theater, theater programs out there for kids
Kids On Stage has a very different approach. We have kids that go into theater or movies professionally, as well, kids of all levels learn to find their voice and hit their mark. However, our approach is a non-competitive, age-appropriate, subject appropriate. We are a community of professional artists and educators dedicated to bring out the best in each player.
Administrators and instructors develop and coordinate creative, valuable and age appropriate programs.
Players develop their own creative ideas, problem solve, brainstorm, build self-confidence, and collaborate on all projects.
Players learn valuable artistic skills using our creative and empowering methods.
Players are encouraged to find their own voice in a challenging and enriching environment. Every player is welcome. Everyone is a star! Everyone has a voice!
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Our locations vary per session and year based on needs and enrollment,
Our main locations Santa Monica and Culver City but we have classes through
out Los Angeles in various locations and schools.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Varies per schedule and classes. See kidsonstage.com and go to the program you are interested in (classes, camps, parties)
What type of payments do you accept?
Unfortunately at this point we are set up the old fashion way- check or cash only. We hope to move into the credit card world soon.
Which areas do you service?
All through out Los Angeles West and East
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Owners: Beth Galanty-Blaney, Cari Derbise and founder Elaine Hall.
Daily operations include our office administrators and talented teachers
What are your hours of operation?
Each class and program hours varies: See our website: kidsonstage.com
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
It is amazing how you approach the kids with such creativity and respect...my child can't wait to come to rehearsals. I have seen him/her grow more confident in school and every area of his/her life. What Kids On Stage provides extends inside and outside of the class.