TALENT ACADEMY – The Talent Factory

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Developing creativity, fostering talent

Every great talent begins with a first step – be it a dance step, a sung note or a sketch on paper. The conviction that there is talent in every person and that everyone should have the opportunity to develop creatively is the fundamental belief of the TALENT ACADEMY.

Founded in 2014 by Katja Mack, the academy offers a professional platform for talent development in dance, acrobatics, music, art and mindset on over 2,000 square metres. With around 400 members, over 100 weekly courses and over 30 experienced coaches, the TALENT ACADEMY has established itself as a central place for creative development and professional training.

It is important to us to create a platform for people of all ages where they can develop and express their creativity.
Katja Mack, founder and director of the TALENT ACADEMY
Young performers from the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park take a bow after a performance.

A vision becomes reality

In 2014, Katja Mack realised her vision of a creative training centre and opened the TALENT ACADEMY in the immediate vicinity of Europa-Park. Her goal: to create an environment in which talented individuals are nurtured and developed to the highest standards. In 2017, the Talent Foundation e. V. was set up to provide scholarships and financial support to ensure that creative development does not fail due to economic hurdles. Since 2025, Unilever Langnese has been a strong partner in providing targeted support to talented young artists.

Creative training at the highest level

The TALENT ACADEMY not only teaches technical skills, but promotes personal development, discipline and teamwork. The trained coaches address the needs of each individual talent.

The close connection to Europa-Park offers the participants unique performance and career opportunities in the entertainment industry. Collaborations with the Broadway Dreams Foundation and World of Dance, as well as show performances, open up practical stage experience and international perspectives for the talents.

Variety in five creative fields
The course programme covers five main areas:

  • Dance: from ballet to hip-hop to musical dance theatre
  • Acrobatics: aerial acrobatics, juggling, handstand and partner acrobatics
  • Music: vocal coaching, DJ school, electric piano, violin and guitar
  • Art: creative painting, cartoon design, sketching and acting
  • Mindset: coaching for performance groups, talks by inspiring personalities
The TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park building from the outside
The TALENT ACADEMY building offers plenty of space for nurturing young talent.
Young figure skaters performing on the ice.
The courses offered by the TALENT ACADEMY provide young talents with a wide range of opportunities.
Katja Mack at the opening ceremony for the new TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park building.
From vision to reality: Katja Mack is the founder of the training centre for young talent.
A young musician from the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park playing the guitar.
Young artists are also supported and trained in the music field.
The Mack family at the grand opening of the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park.
The new TALENT ACADEMY building offers ample space to make dreams come true.
Children doing creative work at the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park.
In the field of art, children's creative work is encouraged.
The spacious building of the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park from the outside.
The TALENT ACADEMY building.
Young DJ at the mixing desk.
At DJ School, children aged 9 and above can learn how to create their own music mixes.
A painting of a bison, painted by one of the young artists at the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park.
In art classes, young painters learn how to perfect their artwork.
Katja Mack gives a thumbs up during a rehearsal.
Katja Mack promotes young talent at the TALENT ACADEMY.
Katja Mack giving a speech to the young members of the TALENT ACADEMY.
The best support right there in the moment: Katja Mack is always there to cheer on the young artists at events.
Young artists perform gymnastics on aerial straps.
The artists of tomorrow: breathtaking acrobatics on aerial straps.
The TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park building from the outside
Young figure skaters performing on the ice.
Katja Mack at the opening ceremony for the new TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park building.
A young musician from the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park playing the guitar.
The Mack family at the grand opening of the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park.
Children doing creative work at the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park.
The spacious building of the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park from the outside.
Young DJ at the mixing desk.
A painting of a bison, painted by one of the young artists at the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park.
Katja Mack gives a thumbs up during a rehearsal.
Katja Mack giving a speech to the young members of the TALENT ACADEMY.
Young artists perform gymnastics on aerial straps.
Young dancers at ballet class at the TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park.

A future for young talents

Under the direction of Katja Mack, who received the Live Entertainment Excellence Spirit Award in Orlando in 2019, the TALENT ACADEMY continues to grow and develop. The academy is a bridge between education and international entertainment. Its talents can be seen in TV productions such as the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards or the ‘Got Talent’ shows in various countries.
Two young artists perform aerial acrobatics on hanging ropes.

International recognition

The TALENT ACADEMY has established itself as a high-performance talent factory, celebrating numerous successes in competitions. Here is a selection:

  • World Champion and Vice World Champion at the International World Dance Contest ‘Concurso Mundial de Danza’ 2025
  • German Champion German Ballet Competition 2025
  • German Hip-Hop International Champions 2023 – ‘The K.Crew’
  • United Dance Organisation 2023 – 1st place for ‘The K.Crew’ & ‘2K.UP’
  • Dance World Cup (DWC) 2019 – World Champions for ‘2K.UP’
  • International TV appearances on shows such as Little Big Brother, Spain's Got Talent, Romania's Got Talent, Das Supertalent and at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award 2019

The creative diversity of the TALENT ACADEMY

The TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park offers a wide range of activities in the areas of dance, music, acrobatics and art, under the guidance of experienced coaches. The course programme, philosophy and numerous development opportunities enable creative potential to be nurtured in a purposeful way.
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Latest press releases about the TALENT ACADEMY

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Relocation and relaunch of the brand: Re-opening of the "TALENT ACADEMY Europa-Park"

After nine years of existence, the TALENT ACADEMY held an opening ceremony for its new building. In attendance at the event were, among others, the Contortionist Dancer Marina Mazepa, known from "America Got's Talent", the internationally acclaimed singer, songwriter, and recording artist Jamal Moore and various well-known artists from Germany. The reopening is another milestone in the story of the successful institution, which combines the disciplines of dance, acrobatics, music, art & mindset under one roof. The expansion means that over 350 members and new participants will be able develop and express their creativity in an area of over 2,000 m².

September 8, 2023
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Stars and newcomers hand in hand: The fourth Broadway Dreams Camp at the Europa-Park Resort

This summer, the highly successful ‘Broadway Dreams Camp’ travels from America to the Europa-Park Talent Academy and Germany's largest theme park. Thanks to Katja Mack, this year the unique partnership with the world-famous Broadway Dreams Foundation enters a new round: For the fourth edition of the ‘Broadway Dreams Camp’, selected participants from all age groups of 9 years and up will once again have the opportunity to train with true show business greats - unforgettable experiences are guaranteed from 27th August to 2nd September 2023. The prominent performers impart their valuable expertise and knowledge of musicals, drama and theatre in unique ways. Anyone interested in Broadway Dreams can register for the Camp until 14th August 2023.

April 3, 2023
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