TA-DA!
Theatre arts & Drama Academy
About us
TA-DA! opened their doors in 2011 and have become a household name in the performance industry.
We at TA-DA! Theatre Arts and Drama Academy offer you the opportunity to make your dreams a reality. Boosting confidence & self-esteem, giving you a step ahead, not only in the entertainment industry, but also in everyday life. We are one of the only training facilities that gets you signed with leading acting agents.
Danielle Steynvaardt
OWNER AND FOUNDER
Danielle Steynvaardt is a performer, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and creative visionary whose passion for the arts began from the very start. Born in Krugersdorp on 20 October 1990, Danielle knew early on that performing was not simply a dream, but a calling. She began vocal training at the age of 11, entering every competition available and intentionally pursuing every opportunity for growth. By 16, she had completed her modelling certificate and quickly made her mark in the industry.
After achieving personal success in both singing and modelling, Danielle discovered that her deepest passion lay in acting — the art of storytelling that stirs emotion, challenges perspective, and moves hearts. She went on to complete a BA Degree in Drama at the University of Pretoria in 2011, and during her studies wrote and directed a powerful theatre production, Elke huis het sy kruis, focusing on abused women and children. The production reflected what has always driven her work: using performance not merely to entertain, but to bring hope and meaningful change.
In 2011, Danielle signed with Legends Acting Agency and made her television debut in 2012 on SABC 2’s Muvhango as Jena. Her career has since included roles in popular South African television series such as Binnelanders (as Jessie, alongside Elma Postma) and Getroud met Rugby (as Petro), as well as numerous local and international commercials.
That same year, Danielle founded TA-DA! Theatre Arts and Drama Academy, driven by a desire to train young performers with excellence, purpose, and heart. She believes that creativity is a gift placed within us for a reason — and that with the right guidance, confidence and discipline can be cultivated from a young age. Today, TA-DA! is home to over 400 students nationwide, with four branches and growing rapidly.
Beyond the stage and classroom, Danielle has built a trusted personal brand as a digital content creator and influencer, with over 100,000 followers across Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Leading South African brands believe in her ability to tell authentic stories, deliver impactful messaging, and train talent with professionalism and integrity. She regularly conducts corporate and brand training, works in partnership with respected local brands, and applies the same industry-level standards to the young performers she mentors.
For parents & Students, this means one thing: you orr your child is being trained by someone who is not only deeply rooted in the performing arts, but actively shaping the industry — on stage, on screen, online, and in real life.
