The Arts Hub students performing on stage under coloured lights
Isle of Man · Performing Arts Education

Training & Inspiring Young Artists

The Arts Hub is an educational centre for creative development based in Douglas, Isle of Man — offering professional training and coaching in singing, dance and drama for young people of all ages and abilities.

Singing
Voice Training
Dance
All Styles
Drama
Stage & Screen
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Our Classes

Find Your Perfect Class

'The Arts Hub' is an educational centre for creative development offering training and coaching in all aspects of the Creative Arts — based on the Isle of Man.

01
Ages 3–6

Rising Stars
Academy

Our Rising Stars Academy classes encourage creative exploration and development through singing, dance and drama activities.

The emphasis is on fun but focused learning that helps your child develop their cognitive and practical development.

Our academic year is split into 3 terms — our Autumn Term is a Showcase term, our Spring Term is a 'Curtain Up' term and our Summer term is a 'Technique' term.

  • Introduces and develops children's physicality through movement and dance in a range of styles
  • Develops musicality through singing and musical games and activities
  • Develops language and communicative skills through singing and drama
  • Develops imagination and curiosity through drama
  • Builds social skills, builds confidence and encourages resilience
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Who
Ages 3–4
Ages 5–6
When
Saturdays
Ages 3–4: 09:00–10:30
Ages 5–6: 10:45–12:15
Where
Ballakermeen High School Studio Theatre
How Much
Pricing coming soon
02
Yrs 3 – Secondary

The
Academy

Our students have the opportunity to work with experienced performers and teachers to help them develop as well-rounded performers, developing their technical ability and confidence through carefully planned practical sessions.

Our academic year is split into 3 terms — Autumn is our 'Showcase' term, Spring is our 'Curtain Up' term and Summer is our 'Technique' term.

  • Develops technical ability, style and creative physicality through dance
  • Develops musicality and secure vocal technique through singing
  • Develops vocal, physical and collaborative skills through drama
  • Develops creativity, confident spoken word and public speech through drama
  • Encourages confidence, teamwork, resilience and resourcefulness
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Who
Junior – Yrs 3 & 4
Intermediate – Yrs 5 & 6
Senior – Secondary School
When
Saturdays
Junior: 12:30–14:00
Intermediate: 14:00–15:30
Senior: 15:30–17:00
Where
Ballakermeen High School Studio Theatre
How Much
Pricing coming soon
03
Ages 5+

Glee
Club

Our Glee Clubs are delivered in age appropriate groups and are the perfect introduction to group singing, safe and secure vocal technique and performance.

Each 60 minute class covers vocal technique and musical performance through warm up exercises, musical games and through learning a wide range of musical material featuring many exciting genres including Musical Theatre, Rock, Pop, Jazz and much more!

Our academic year is split into 3 terms — Autumn is our 'Concerts' term, Spring is our 'Studio' term and Summer is our 'Festival' term.

  • Introduces students to important, basic music theory through practical activities
  • Develops musicality, style and secure vocal technique through singing
  • Develops ensemble musical skills
  • Develops performance skills
  • Encourages confidence, teamwork and resilience
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Who
Juniors – Ages 5–11
Seniors – Ages 11+
When
Thursdays
Juniors: 16:15–17:15
Seniors: 17:15–18:15
Where
Ballakermeen High School Studio Theatre
How Much
Pricing coming soon
04
Ages 14–21 · KS4+

Youth
Theatre

Our Youth Theatre will be run as a theatre company. We will expect a high level of discipline and focus from our students so we can explore the most challenging material for this age group in singing, dance and drama.

Our first term will start with a series of technical workshops as we get to know each other and form our theatre company. After October half term, we will devise a musical production which will be performed in 2026.

  • Offers an opportunity for stretch and challenge as a triple threat performer
  • Offers an opportunity to develop solo, duo and ensemble material in all three musical theatre disciplines
  • Develops technical ability, style and creative physicality through dance
  • Develops musicality, style and secure vocal technique through singing
  • Develops vocal, physical and collaborative skills through drama
  • Develops creativity, confident spoken word and public speech through drama
  • Encourages confidence, teamwork, resilience and resourcefulness
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Who
Ages 14–21
Key Stage 4+
When
Mondays
19:30–21:30
Where
The Onchan Hub
How Much
Pricing coming soon
The People Behind It

Meet The Team

The Arts Hub is powered by a passionate team of qualified performers and dedicated support staff.

Danielle Bridson
Danielle Bridson
Director & Founder
Sally-Anne Wilson
Sally-Anne Wilson
Teacher
Jade Ward
Jade Ward
Dance Teacher
Tadgh Hall
Tadgh Hall
Teaching Assistant
Kasia Ashton
Kasia Ashton
Teaching Assistant
Catherine McLean
Catherine McLean
Teaching Assistant
Hilary Duncan
Hilary Duncan
Teaching Assistant
Andy Bridson
Andy Bridson
Operations
Where To Find Us

Our Venues

We run classes and holiday schemes across three locations on the Isle of Man.

The Academy & Glee Clubs

The Studio Theatre

Ballakermeen High School
St Catherines Drive
Douglas, IM1 4BF

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Youth Theatre

The Onchan Hub

School Road
Onchan, IM3 1RD

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Holiday Schemes

Pulrose Methodist Church

Pulrose Road
Douglas, IM2 1AE

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Get In Touch

Contact Us

Have a question about our classes? We'd love to hear from you.

Email Us
[email protected]
WhatsApp Us
+44 7550 020220
Testimonials

Voices from
The Arts Hub

"

The Arts Hub has transformed my daughter's confidence completely. She went from being too shy to speak in class to leading the cast of last year's summer show.

Parent · Douglas, Isle of Man
"

The tutors genuinely care about every child as an individual. My son has found his people here — he looks forward to every session without fail.

Parent · Isle of Man
"

The Arts Hub isn't just a class — it's a real creative community. I've developed so much here and the productions we put on are something to be genuinely proud of.

Youth Theatre Member · Age 17
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See Us In Action

A glimpse into life at The Arts Hub — our students rehearsing, performing and finding their voice on stage.

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The Arts Hub

Register online — all abilities welcome, no experience needed.

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