The people behind the magic
Our Team
CADA Performing Arts is what it is thanks to our valuable staff members, a family of passionate teachers who help every child shine on stage and off. Many of our teachers work within Primary and Secondary schools.
Catherine Mahon-Buckley
Owner & Director
Catherine founded CADA with one belief — that every child deserves their moment in the spotlight. For over 35 years she has led our studios with warmth, energy and a love of the performing arts.
Dance
Kelly-Ann Murphy
Head of Dance
Jessica O'Shea
Dance
Lily Carey Murphy
Acro & Commercial
Leah Hilton
Acro & Commercial
Speech & Drama
Fionula Linehan
Drama
Moyra O'Hare
Drama
Megan O'Mahony
Drama
Vocal & Musical Theatre
JO
Jessica O'Connell
Singing
Andrew Lane
Singing
Siomha Marron
Musical Theatre
Nessa O'Callaghan
Musical Theatre & Dance
Administration
Caroline Murphy
Administration
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