Pride Performing Arts Inc.

Pride Performing Arts Inc. is a dance studio and performing arts organization in Sayville, New York, dedicated to nurturing young performers through acting classes, musical theater productions, and dance instruction for children and teens. The studio offers year-round programs including spring and summer shows, with recent productions such as *Alice by Heart*, a musical inspired by *Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland* set during World War II, and *Spring Awakening*, presented through an arrangement with Music Theatre International. Classes and rehearsals are held at their location on N Main Street, serving students from grades 8 through college. With a perfect 5.00 rating and positive reviews, the studio is recognized for fostering creativity, confidence, and character through performance.

Founded by Phyllis Kaye, a longtime theater educator and performer with over fifty years of experience, Pride Performing Arts emphasizes authentic storytelling and personal growth. Kaye began writing and directing original works decades ago and has since guided youth theater programs across Long Island, including her acclaimed Players’ Club. The studio’s team includes music director Carl J Ferrara, a veteran music educator and composer with decades of experience in choral and musical theater, and Aaron Paulley, a performer with early stage experience who continues to contribute to the program. The studio maintains a non-profit mission, focusing on developing both artistic skill and inner strength in its students.

The studio is located at 49-51 N Main Street in Sayville, situated just a short walk from Sparrow Park and the Sayville Library, and within a quarter-mile of the Sayville Fire Department and Middle Road. It lies near the intersection of North Main Street and Foster Avenue, with access via the Center Street Parking Lot between Greene and Railroad Avenues.

Pride Performing Arts stands out in the local arts community for its long-standing commitment to youth development through performance, its professional-grade productions, and its experienced leadership. With a reputation built on excellence and community engagement, it continues to be a vital cultural resource in Sayville.

The studio’s deep roots in Long Island’s performing arts scene, combined with its focus on meaningful, character-driven theater, make it a cornerstone of youth expression in Sayville.