Waterdown · Ages 3–18
Where young performers find their voice.
We are an award-winning performing arts academy, delivering instruction in music, musical theatre and acting in the heart of Waterdown since 2017.
★ 5.0 · 77 Google reviews
Programs
One academy. Every stage.
From a child’s very first notes to a confident performance under the lights, we have a place for every kind of performer — and the teachers to get them there.
Musical theatre
Where it all comes together.
Voice
Find and grow a confident singing voice.
Piano
The foundation of musicianship, at every level.
Guitar
From first chords to jaw dropping solos.
Drums
Rhythm, energy, and serious fun.
Ukulele
A joyful first instrument for little hands.
Flute
Music in its most expressive form.
Songwriting
Turn ideas into real, finished songs.
Acting
Confidence and craft for stage and screen.
Voiceover
A modern skill for a modern industry.
Little Musicians
Music, movement and play for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
Studio Stars Parties
A recording-studio birthday party your child will never forget.
Camps
Camp CBY
March Break and Summer camps bursting with music, performance and friendship — for CBY members and first-time campers alike. Hundreds of kids, one unforgettable week at a time.
Registration opens January 2027Testimonials
Loved by Waterdown families
We don’t just say we’re the best — the town does. With 77 five-star Google reviews, we’re the highest-rated performing arts academy in Waterdown.
“We have been with CBY for over two years. My girls have done summer camps, musical theatre,singing,bass guitar and the infamous showstoppers program . The instructors are amazing and my girls love them to pieces. We definitely feel like we are part of a big beautiful theatre family ❤️”
“My daughter takes both acting and vocal lessons at CBY. Christian and the team have been amazing and these lessons are the highlight of the week for my daughter. I highly recommend CBY.”
“My daughter is part of the musical theatre program, “Showstoppers” and seeing her confidence grow since she started two years ago has been incredible. The end of year productions are so well done and an absolute highlight of her year. CBY has the most professional and caring instructors who really work to bring out the best in all their students, I highly recommend!”
Our story
Big dreams start here.
What began in a small Oakville basement in 2017 — four students and a big idea — has grown into Waterdown’s leading performing arts academy, from our beautiful historic home in the heart of town. We’re still driven by the same belief: that every child deserves the chance to find their spark and shine.
Ready to give your child the stage?
Book a drop-in lesson and see for yourself why families across Waterdown choose CBY.