About Youth Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles, CA

Since 1994, YADA® (Youth Academy of Dramatic Arts) has been offering Los Angeles youth a safe and exciting environment to learn and grow. By providing comprehensive theatrical training programs, students of all ages and abilities can develop their skills in an unforgettable performance. From TOTS to Master & Company, YADA offers a variety of classes to fit every level. In addition, they have improvisation classes to help children build their creativity and self-confidence. Moreover, students can take advantage of private coaching in voice, acting, and dance. YADA has been a leader in theatrical training for the past 25 years and continues to be a great place to explore the world of performance.

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What kind of kids we support

  • Coed
  • Preschool
  • Kids
  • Tweens

Amenities

  • Internet Access
  • Classrooms

Programs at Youth Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles, CA

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Summer Camps

Spend your Summer at Camp YADA dancin’ by the moonlight in CATS, expandin’ your imagination in SEUSSICAL JR., gettin' wild in JUNGLE BOOK KIDS, rockin’ out with a LIVE BAND in YADA's newest 1 week camp: SING, beltin’ your heart out to your favorite songs in DISNEY ROCKS, and laughin’ till you cry in our famous IMPROV CAMPS! At Camp YADA, we offer one and two week camps for kids of all ages all Summer long at both our 3rd Street location in West Hollywood and our Ventura Blvd location in Studio City. Sign up for as many camps as you'd like! The physical and mental health of our YADA community is our top priority! Kids need camp now more than ever! We can't wait to ROAR with you this Summer at Camp YADA!

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IMPROV CLASSES

Your child will develop their emotional intelligence, creativity, confidence, critical thinking, collaboration and communication skills—all in a fun, supportive environment of ensemble-based games that are the foundation of improvisational theater. YADA’s Improv Program curriculum is based on Viola Spolin’s theater games and use of the educational and social benefits of play. Considered the mother of improvisational theater, Spolin’s games and exercise have a focus, a problem to be solved by the players as a group, by getting them out of their heads—we ask them to “think” less and respond with their imagination and heart while working with and learning from others.

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JR. MASTER/MASTER AUDITION

The Jr. Master and Master YADA classes are designed for the serious performer. These rehearsals offer a unique, professional, and exciting environment. While maintaining a nurturing atmosphere, directors encourage students to grow in discipline and ability. YADA offers a safe yet demanding arena for actors to grow while teaching complex techniques in character work, vocal harmonies and choreograp

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Location and contact information

8115w West Third Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90048