Drama Kids International
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Drama Kids International system.
Drama Kids International
3225-B Corporate Ct.
Ellicott City, MD 21042
800#: (877) 543-7456
Tel: (410) 480-2015 + 23
Fax: (410) 480-2026
E-mail: info@dramakids.com
Web Site: www.dramakids.com
Contact: Mr. Doug Howard, President
DRAMA KIDS and its international affiliates, Helen O'Grady Drama Academy, is the largest after-school drama program in the world, with over 40,000 children currently enrolled. Our award-winning drama curriculum uses a wide variety of fun and creative drama activities that are new each week. We teach skills that are not being taught in most schools today, skills critical for ongoing success in life. Franchise owners enjoy a home-based business and a flexible lifestyle. Drama experience is NOT required.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1979
First Franchise: 1989
Franchise Units: 122
Company-Owned Units: 4
Total Units: 126
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 16 States,10 Countries
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: NR
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American:
>Hispanic:
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 1 FT, 2 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: NA SF; HB
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $30-40K
Total Investment: $30-40K
Average Total Investment: $35K
Minimum Net Worth: $50K
Fees
>Franchise: $27.5K
>Average Franchise Fee: $27K
>Royalty: 10%
>Advertising: 1%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 5/5
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 5
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 1 Week Baltimore, MD.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: SW, SE, NE and Mid-Atlantic
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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