Founded in 1985 by Artistic Director Lola Louis, our nonprofit began as a small piano and voice program dedicated to community outreach.

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Professional Instructors
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Our Vision

CAPAS aims to develop the minds, bodies, and spirits of children (4 years old and up) and adults by utilizing the creative arts process.

Achievements

Students have appeared in Off and Off-Off Broadway productions at the Public Theatre, National Black Theater and American Theater of Actors.

Our Mission

CAPAS fosters the development of artistic skills by providing a supportive environment for creative fun and the freedom of artistic expression and ideas.

Status

Lola Louis’ Creative & Performing Arts, Inc. (CAPAS) is a 501(c) (3) studio-based creative and performing arts program.

Over 30+Years serving the Northeast Bronx community.

CAPAS is a community outreach and non-profit program founded by Artistic Director, Lola Louis

Affordable classes for kids in the Bronx

ABOUT OUR CLASSES

Classes are conducted at our studio located at 755 East 235th Street, Bronx, NY. The program offers professional instruction in music, dance and acting.

Classes are offered to all ages 4 and older. We believe it’s never too late to start, therefore, senior citizens are also welcomed. We also offer classes to autistic and ome children with special needs.

Students are encouraged to broaden their horizons by reading, thinking critically and participating in field trips to performances and places that develop the imagination. We believe that during the creative process, our students will gain a sense of accomplishment through hard work, discipline and fun. This sense of accomplishment can develop self esteem and confidence, which we hope will assist in the stimulation of the left hemisphere of the brain.

Our students may learn that through the creative process they will gain knowledge of themselves and their vast capabilities. By working toward artistic excellence, students can gain an understanding of the values and rewards of persistence and effort.

Our classes are kept small, so that each student receives individual nurturing and attention from our experienced and professionally trained instructors.

Lola Louis, Founder and Artistic Director

Lola as Griot - Conscious Ones _Demonstration Scene_ Excerpt from _The Children'_ - www.youtube.com

Meet our best instructors

Antony Andrews

Instructors Hip Hop

Daisie Duncan

Instructors Pole Dance

Rhianna Mora

Instructors Modern Dance