Are you ready to take The NEXT STEP?
On March 31st, The Next Step cast member, Isaiah Peck, who appeared as Henry on the hit series for four seasons is coming to the Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy to share television industry knowledge and some smooth moves. Spend your PD Day singing, acting, and dancing, as well as participating in an exclusive Q&A meet-and-greet and photo opportunity.
No audition required – first come first served! Accessible to all levels.
Are you ready to become an A-Troupe Member?! Register Today.
Monday, March 31
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Cost:
$75.00 + Tax
Age 8 – 12
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Age 13 – 18
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Complimentary supervised drop off available at 8:30 a.m. and pick-up until 4:30 p.m.
Please plan to bring water and a packed lunch.
Meet your instructors!
Hailing from Toronto, Canada, Isaiah Peck is a world-renowned actor, musician, and dancer who has been captivating global audiences since the age of nine. He is best known for his dynamic role as Henry on The Next Step, where his ability to seamlessly blend movement with emotion earned him widespread recognition. His talent later secured him multiple dance roles in Disney Channel’s famed trilogy “Zombies ” and Nickelodeon’s “The J Team” alongside JoJo Siwa.
Today, Isaiah continues to express himself through dance/music by teaching at exclusive workshops, hosting Red Bull BC One tournaments, and preparing to launch his highly anticipated debut album via Universal Music Group – Canada.
Overall, Isaiah’s career is defined by versatility, innovation and his relentless pursuit of greatness!
Brian Barber is a freelance musician based in Waterloo. With over twenty years of experience performing, Brian has a highly diverse and extensive musical background. From weddings and corporate events to restaurant patios and backyard concerts, Brian enjoys sharing his love of music with anyone who will listen. He spent two years entertaining international crowds from the piano bar on Australia-based cruise ships.
As a proud member of Canadians Actors Equity and ACTRA, Chad McNamara is best known for creating and originating the role of Rooney Doodle on the Juno and Gemini nominated series, The Doodlebops. As a Doodlebop, Chad has recorded 3 albums with Universal music and toured across North America playing sold out shows at Madison Square Garden and LA’s Staple Centre. Selected TV: Doodlbops (3 seasons (Disney/CBC), How to solve a Problem Like Maria (CBC), Bomb Girls (Bravo),Walt Disney Christmas Parade (ABC), The Ron James Show (CBC), The Today show (featured performer/NBC), Queer as Folk (Showcase). Director/Choreographer: Recent: The World premiere(s) of Let’s Dance and Let’s Bop (Terra Bruce Productions) Anne &Gilbert (Island Theatre festival, PEI), Rock of Ages, 9 to 5, the Musical, Disenchanted, Bitter Girl The Musical, American Idiot (Stephenville Festival) Regional: In Common, a new musical, The 25th… Spelling Bee, 9 to 5… the Musical, Legally Blonde, Rent, Crazy for you/ Fight choreography, The Canadian premiere of Be More Chill.
Stephanie Pitsiladis made her professional debut in the Mirvish production of Hairspray in 2004 where she was the first Canadian to perform the role of Tracy Turnblad. She has revisited the role across the country multiple times with the Charlottetown Festival, Drayton Entertainment, Rainbow Stage, and Mayfield Theatres.
Stephanie also founded and ran a successful semi-professional theatre program from 2007 – 2011 and coached the Laval Liberty Improv team which competed in the Canadian Improv Games.
Other credits include: Grease, Little Shop of Horrors, Man of La Mancha, Steel Magnolias, Snow White: The Panto, Aladdin: The Panto, The Gefilte Fish Chronicles, The Importance of Being Earnest, History of Rock and Roll: Stars and Stripes, Class of ’63: A Rockin’ Reunion, My Fair Lady, The Christmas Express and Kinky Boots.
