Childrens Dance Drama and Performing Arts Franchises

✨ Dance and Drama Franchise Businesses for Sale

Explore the best UK children’s dance, drama and performing arts franchise opportunities all in one place – Boogie Pumps, CREW Education, Dance Shack, diddi dance, Drama Kids, Jigsaw Performing Arts Schools, Little Voices, Petite Performers and Stagecoach Performing Arts.

Do you love the performing arts? Do you long to nurture young talent, spark creativity, and give children the confidence to express themselves through dance, movement, drama or shine through the magic of performance? We’ve put together a fantastic selection of creative small business ideas that could be your ideal next step.

Proven small business ideas for those passionate about the performing arts

It is widely recognised that drama can help children build confidence, communication and social skills. Similarly, dance is great for physical development – from balance to muscle strength – as well as emotional development and self-esteem. Developing focus, concentration, self-expression and self-awareness are further benefits from both drama and dance.Ā More than that, a creative outlet for children is fun and enjoyable. It helps them feel good about themselves and is often a way to make friends and collaborate in a group outside their peers at school. Whether a child is super shy or outrageously outgoing, dance and drama can be hugely positive and impactful.

Running a successful dance and/or drama business in your local community is easily within your reach with a children’s franchise. Perhaps you’re searching for drama teacher jobs or are looking for a dance school for sale. Why not start something of your own? The children’s dance and drama franchises featured in our directory provide everything you need to hit the ground running. You will be part of an established brand and have access to proven lesson plans and systems, marketing support and advice in every aspect of your new venture. Expert know-how and understanding how to maximise revenue are further ways in which being part of a franchise can help boost your business to the next level.

Young performers dance with enthusiasm on stage whilst wearing a branded t-shirt from Boogie Pumps the children's dance school franchise

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ā€œThe best thing I have ever done not only for my career but my personal life too.Ā  Being able to do something I am passionate about and control my work / life balance has been life changing.ā€

Laurel / Franchisee
The logo for children's dance and party franchise Boogie Pumps featuring a large heart and a purple converse boot illustration
A man dressed in a historical costume poses with a sword and a doll's bloody head to represent history coming alive from CREW drama education franchise UK

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ā€œAll the children were engaged and involved in the workshop. Good balance between learning facts and interactive role play. I’d always book a CREW workshop over any other provider.ā€

The Hyde Primary School
The CREW education franchise logo with joined up blue letters on a brown background with the w forming a set of three colourful wavy lines in blue, red and orange
The students at Dance Shack take their final positions for a well rehearsed dance within a studio setting to represent the Dance Shack performing arts franchise

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ā€œSuch wonderful work you do with and for the children. The way your school is run is an inspiration as it is full of kindness and very much a safe space where the children can grow and gain confidence.ā€

Lesley / Parent
Gold lettering spells out Dance Shack against a bold black background as the logo to this children's performing arts franchise opportunity
The large team from pre-school dance franchise diddi dance post together wearing their branded apparel

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ā€Running a diddi dance franchise gives me the flexibility to not just be my own boss, but to work when it suits me. I love my job! I get to do what I’m most passionate about: dancing and working with childrenā€

Constantina / Franchisee
Illustrated logo of three young children dancing to represent the diddi dance franchise opportunity with dance schools for sale across the UK
A group of children raise their arms in the air surrounded by falling confetti and wearing branded t-shirts in celebration of the Drama Kids global drama franchise brand

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ā€œThe family of Drama Kids is spread so far and wide. How wonderful knowing we are all linked together by our passion to help children develop and believe in themselves through our stunning curriculum.ā€

Alison / Executive Principal
Logo for the global drama franchise Drama Kids featuring colourful bold letters
Children from Jigsaw Performing Arts smile and pose in their branded t-shirts to promote this successful drama franchise

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ā€œFranchising with Jigsaw has been the most amazing journey. You’re never alone when times are tough. I have an ever evolving team, wonderful schools and hundreds of smiling children on a Saturday.ā€

Philippa / Franchisee
Logo for the Jigsaw Performing Arts Schools drama franchise opportunity with a jigsaw piece and the wording established 1995 to represent this franchise business where there's the chance to lead a team of drama teachers
Photograph featuring the large team of franchisees at the annual conference for Little Voices singing and drama franchise

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ā€œLittle Voices has given me the perfect chance of combining my love and passion for teaching with building a successful business which is not only changing my life but the life of my children.ā€

Rachel / Franchisee
Red, white and black Little Voices drama franchise logo with the wording Little Voices Big Futures
Young children in purple dance outfits and ballet shoes wave colourful scarves at a fun dance class with Petite Performers the drama and dance franchise

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ā€œInitially, the thought of running my own business was daunting; however, joining Petite Performers and becoming a franchisee has been one of the best career decisions that I have made.ā€

Kayleigh / Franchisee
Logo for Petite Performers the children's dance schools for sale and franchise business featuring a star design and the slogan Little People Big Imaginations!
Young singers from Stagecoach Franchise perform a song and wear branded Stagecoach Performing Arts t-shirts

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ā€œThe most important part of being a Stagecoach Principal is changing children’s lives for the better. Creative Courage For Life isn’t just a tagline, it encompasses the essence of Stagecoach perfectly.ā€

Richard / Franchisee
The colorful logo for Stagecoach performing arts schools offering drama teaching to children and teens

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5 Reasons to Buy a Children’s Dance Franchise or Drama Franchise

1. High demand and growth potential – The performing arts are great for building confidence and learning life skills making them a great pick

2. Positive community impact – These are small business ideas that will put you in the heart of your community making a different to young families

3. Social and physical development – When you buy a franchise in this sector you are guaranteed a rewarding career doing good for others as well as yourself

4. Flexible business and lifestyle – Build the future on your terms. The children’s sector offers the best UK franchises when it comes to work life balance

5. Franchisor support – You get access to established systems, tried and tested lessons, expert support and a team of like-minded people to cheer you on!

The Growing Market for Children’s Dance Franchises and Drama FranchisesĀ 

Working parents need good quality childcare that they can fully rely on. Safe and structured supervision is hugely in demand. After-school classes and holiday camps are the ideal solution.

Getting younger children school ready is becoming more and more of a priority for parents. Daytime classes for pre-school children that offer a chance to socialise, develop important skills and gain confidence continue to build in popularity.

These days parents are actively seeking brands that they can trust. Online reviews and recommendations are more important than ever. This is where children’s franchises really come into their own. With an established reputation already in place, parents can immediately feel reassured and confident that they are making the right choice.

Nursery and pre-school settings are another growing market for dance and drama franchises. Providing specialist sessions, on perhaps a weekly basis, is of huge appeal and again something that is on the increase. These regular bookings during the school day are a great way to generate a secure income. Building relationships with pre-schools is something that franchisors will be able to guide you through.

The Benefits of Buying a Children’s Dance Franchise and/or Drama Franchise UK

Running a children’s dance franchise and/or drama franchise offers a genuinely rewarding career and a chance to make a difference in your local community. Helping to ignite young imaginations and encouraging youngsters to learn new artistic or mark-making skills will bring tremendous job satisfaction. Not only that, but spending your working life surrounded by endless colour and creativity will have huge benefits to your own wellbeing.

If you have a passion for the performing arts then starting a franchise is the ideal option to create a secure and stable income. You’ll be taking control of your career while continuing to do what you love best. There’s tremendous scope for expansion over time – be that offering extra classes, taking on staff or operating in multiple locations. But equally, you can enjoy great success by keeping things smaller and working on a part-time basis.

Different Types of Children’s Dance Franchises and Drama Franchises UK

• Dramatic play sessions where the focus in on imagination and building confidence
• Inclusive dance classes for children to explore new skills in a relaxed environment
• Performance-based classes leading to a production or showcase
• Exam classes where students work towards grades in dance or drama
• Pre-school classes either in the local community or within pre-school settings
• After-school or weekend sessions held in schools, halls or arts venues
• Holiday camps with daily or weekly performing arts programmes
• Private parties, festivals and events in the local community

Your Next Steps in Starting a Children’s Dance Franchise or Drama Franchise Business

Request more information from the top UK children’s dance and drama franchise opportunities using the form above or by visiting their individual information pages:

Boogie Pumps Dance Franchise
CREW Education
Dance Shack
diddi dance Franchise
Drama Kids Franchise
Jigsaw Performing Arts Schools Franchise
Little Voices Franchise
Petite Performers Franchise
Stagecoach Performing Arts Franchise

Further Reading about Buying a Franchise

Bringing drama franchises into the spotlight

Small business ideas for those with a passion for dance

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