ABOUT VPS
WHO WE ARE
Vancouver Performing Stars is a trusted performing arts studio for the community that offers a variety of music, theatre and movement classes to children ages 1-17 and select adult classes. VPS serves the community with programs across Vancouver in community centres and a home studio and 80 seat theatre at East 4th & Quebec. From ballet, jazz, tap, acro and hip hop to singing, guitar, piano lessons and musical theatre, we strive to offer community programs that are continually growing with our students. By learning technique and confidence through song and play, children can hone their skills as performers while developing a love for the arts.
The VPS Story
Vancouver Performing Stars (VPS) was founded out of a need for accessible, high-calibre performing arts education at a community level. I established VPS in 2011 with just two early childhood programs. Our growth has been remarkable – expanding to 12 locations across Vancouver including our new 80 seat black box theatre and studio location at Quebec & 4th Ave, now serving 1,500+ students through 100 weekly programs.
What began in 2011 as two early childhood programs has evolved into a new performing arts venue for our growing community. Today, we offer over 100 weekly programs at 12 centres across Vancouver, including our new 80 seat black box theatre and studio space at Quebec & East 4th Ave, to a thriving student body of 1,500+ emerging artists.
Through comprehensive training in dance, music, and dramatic arts, we empower young performers to develop the discipline, creative thinking, and collaborative skills essential for success both onstage and in life. This strong sense of community has proven resilient through recent challenges and we are so proud for our growing VPS Family.
Through comprehensive training in dance, music, and dramatic arts, we empower young performers to develop both creative excellence and the confidence to pursue their aspirations – on stage and beyond.
DREAM BIG, WORK HARD & ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE
— Katy Finlay
Director & Founder of Vancouver Performing Stars