City Dance Academy is an entertainment and dance instruction provider established in 1992, based on the border of Islington and Hackney next to Shoreditch Park. They offer Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz, Lyrical, Street Jazz and Acro classes for children from 2.5 years upwards. Led by principal Kika Macdonald and qualified professional dance teachers, the academy follows the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing syllabus for exam work. Students participate in specialised workshops, competitions and performances, including the 'Showtime' production staged in a West End theatre every 3 years.