From London to Tenerife, the newest screen and stage academy dedicated to cultivating the next generation of talented performers and filmmakers.
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At TIAA we believe in the power of storytelling from all angles. That’s why we teach both in front of the camera and behind it!
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In September 2025 - TIAA will be launching a Performing Arts Academy which will be bursting with activities for young people - from filmmaking, dancing, singing and not forgetting professional masterclasses with actual industry experts.
Students will spend three hours with us, rotating through hour-long sessions in Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television
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We will share our wealth of industry knowledge and prepare our student for ​​​​​​​​​successful careers in the arts while having lots of fun along the way.
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FILM & TELEVISION
From Camera to Editing
TV & Film at T.I.A.A is an integral part of our curriculum. You will be covering the craft of film and television, production, and screen acting. You will be using industry-standard equipment in a fun and practical environment.
From camera work to editing, kids will get hands-on experience with the technical side of filmmaking, understanding how every piece of the process comes together.
Whether you want to shine as a performer or explore the art of: Directing, Writing, Filming, Editing, Podcasting... we have got you covered!
MUSICAL THEATRE
From Dance to Singing
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Musical Theatre module is all about helping you find your voice, your moves, and your stage presence. You’ll get to explore singing, dancing, and acting in a way that’s both fun and challenging, all while working on a range of musical styles.
Sing: From Broadway classics to pop hits, we'll work on voice techniques that help kids feel confident and strong while singing their favourite songs.
Dance: Whether it's jazz, hip hop, or a little bit of tap, students will learn moves that help them express themselves and have fun with rhythm and choreography.
COMEDY & DRAMA
Making you Laugh or Cry
Our Drama & Comedy unit is all about having fun while exploring different ways to perform! Whether you're acting out a serious, emotional scene or making everyone laugh with a silly joke, this unit helps you bring both sides to life.
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Through acting games, improv, and scenes from classic and modern plays, you'll learn how to play different characters, use your voice and body to tell stories, and find out what makes something really funny or super dramatic.
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Want to make people laugh? You'll practice timing, silly situations, and playful expressions. Want to make them feel something deep? You'll learn how to show emotions in a way that feels real and powerful.
No matter what kind of performer you are, this unit will help you grow, get creative, and have a blast on stage!
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FOUNDERS
TIAA - The Isla Acting Academy
We’re the founders of T.I.A.A - The Isla Acting Academy
From our roots in Tenerife to studying TV and Theatre in the UK, we've turned our passion for performing arts into a 12-year career in London's entertainment industry. As qualified drama teachers, we've worked behind the scenes of major British TV shows—including but not limited to...
...as well as honing our backstage craft in London's prestigious West End theatre scene.
Now, as founders of T.I.A.A, we're bringing this wealth of industry knowledge and experience back home.
Holly
Charlie
Dixon
Worthy
OUR MISSION
...IS SIMPLE
To share these opportunities with the next generation of aspiring performers and creators, empowering kids to shape the future of screen and theatre, similar to where our journey began
