Westlake School for the Performing Arts
Westlake School for the Performing Arts, 200 Northgate Ave, #4, Daly City, CA 94015
About
Westlake School for the Performing Arts offers dance classes that include performances and competitions. Students take part in productions and events such as The Nutcracker, Holiday Showcase, Good Times, musical theatre productions, department showcases, community events, and the annual Year-End Recital.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Saturday during afternoon and daytime hours
Westlake School for the Performing Arts was founded in the summer of 1991. Over more than 35 years, it has developed seven departments: Westlake Ballet, the Contemporary Training Program, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Musical Theatre, and Te Orama. A Performance Program launched in 1994 for students seeking more intensive training and performance experience. The school presents a wide range of performances and productions, including The Nutcracker, Holiday Showcase, Good Times, musical theatre productions, department showcases, community events, and the annual Year-End Recital.
The school’s mission is to provide high-quality performing arts education in a nurturing and inclusive environment and to inspire, educate, and uplift young people through the performing arts. Westlake School for the Performing Arts was founded in partnership with the City of Daly City Parks and Recreation Department, and its first performance took place at Pacelli Gymnasium as part of Daly City’s celebration for the reopening of a newly renovated park. These performance opportunities are supported in part through Artists in Motion Bay Area, WSPA’s nonprofit parent organization dedicated to supporting the arts and youth performance experiences.
Westlake School for the Performing Arts has received the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) Outstanding School Award for 15 consecutive years. Students have received recognition at regional, national, and international competitions and festivals including Youth America Grand Prix, World Ballet Competition, Prix de Lausanne, New York City Dance Alliance, World of Dance, Body Rock, Vibe Dance Competition, and Tahiti Fête, and have performed in Maui, Tahiti, the Philippines, Macau, China, and Scotland. The leadership team includes Artistic Director Malu Rivera Peoples, co-founder Malu Rivera-Peoples, and co-founder Karen Dycaico.
Last updated June 28, 2026.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Class options Monday–Saturday during afternoon and daytime hours
Westlake School for the Performing Arts was founded in the summer of 1991. Over more than 35 years, it has developed seven departments: Westlake Ballet, the Contemporary Training Program, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Musical Theatre, and Te Orama. A Performance Program launched in 1994 for students seeking more intensive training and performance experience. The school presents a wide range of performances and productions, including The Nutcracker, Holiday Showcase, Good Times, musical theatre productions, department showcases, community events, and the annual Year-End Recital.
The school’s mission is to provide high-quality performing arts education in a nurturing and inclusive environment and to inspire, educate, and uplift young people through the performing arts. Westlake School for the Performing Arts was founded in partnership with the City of Daly City Parks and Recreation Department, and its first performance took place at Pacelli Gymnasium as part of Daly City’s celebration for the reopening of a newly renovated park. These performance opportunities are supported in part through Artists in Motion Bay Area, WSPA’s nonprofit parent organization dedicated to supporting the arts and youth performance experiences.
Westlake School for the Performing Arts has received the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) Outstanding School Award for 15 consecutive years. Students have received recognition at regional, national, and international competitions and festivals including Youth America Grand Prix, World Ballet Competition, Prix de Lausanne, New York City Dance Alliance, World of Dance, Body Rock, Vibe Dance Competition, and Tahiti Fête, and have performed in Maui, Tahiti, the Philippines, Macau, China, and Scotland. The leadership team includes Artistic Director Malu Rivera Peoples, co-founder Malu Rivera-Peoples, and co-founder Karen Dycaico.
Last updated June 28, 2026.
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