Why Choose Us? - ArtWorks Academy of Performing Arts

Dance Program

10. No recital fee. At ArtWorks Academy you do not have to worry about paying a huge recital fee. We do not charge one at all. Every student receives two complimentary tickets, so their parents can come to the recital for free. Tickets are reasonably priced, so feel free to invite whomever you would like!

9. Affordable costume prices. Recital costumes are expensive! However, we do our best to select high quality costumes at affordable prices. We set the price at the beginning of the year so you know exactly what you will owe before costumes are ordered.

8. RESERVED SEATING AT RECITAL! We have always had reserved seating for most of our musicals; this year we will do the same for recital! No waiting in long lines to get a good seat, purchase your tickets online from the comfort of your own home!

7. Age appropriate costumes, dances, and music! We want little girls and boys to look and act like little girls and boys. We also want our older teens to be comfortable in their costumes and dances. We want all of our dances to be tasteful and family friendly.

6. Classes divided by age AND ability. We want all of our students to receive equal and age appropriate training; we have beginning levels classes for preschool, elementary, middle school, and high school aged students. We will not place a 15 year old beginner in a class of 8 year olds. We also divide our advanced groups by age. No matter how advanced an 8 year old is, there are dance moves and steps they should not attempt due to the risk of permanent injury.

5. Enjoyable instruction. We provide solid technical training in a nurturing environment. We want our students to not only become technically proficient, but also to gain an appreciation of the art. We know that not all students will go on to become professional dancers, but we want them all to be lifelong supporters of the arts. If they have a negative experience with a teacher, that will impact their view of dance. Our instructors care about the growth and development of our students, as they become young men and women as well as dancers.

4. Highly trained instructors who love what they do! Our instructors have studied their craft for most of their lives. Many of our teachers began dancing in preschool. They have all progressed through advanced dance classes in the competition and professional dance environments. They also continually find ways to improve themselves as teachers and dancers through workshops and studio training.

3. Guided curriculum beginning at 18 months of age to ensure injury prevention and help develop strong, well rounded dancers. Our curriculum moves slowly through the many detailed technical elements of dance. Our youngest students develop rhythm and a basic knowledge of dance terminology. As they progress, our instructors are careful to not push students into learning steps that are too advanced for their age. Although some 8 year olds can do the same dance steps as a 16 year old, those moves could cause injury to their hips and knees that will affect their mobility later in life.

2. We have adult classes too! If you have always wanted to dance, or danced when you were young and miss it, we have classes that are perfect for you! A good mix of strength training, cardio, and dance in an environment where you are free to dance at your own level. If you want to be pushed, we can do that; if you just want to have fun, we are up for that as well!

1. Get quality dance, music, and theatre training for your child in one location with convenient class scheduling! We offer dance classes for the same age group back to back. If you choose, you can bring your child once or twice a week to one location instead of filling everyday of the week with trips back and forth across town. You receive a discount on your tuition the more classes you take. Why take classes from multiple organizations when you can pay less by taking them from us?

Music and Theatre Program

10. We have ALWAYS cast ALL students in our musicals. We feel it is important to provide equal training to students regardless of their previous level of experience. As our musical theatre program has grown and developed, we have made adjustments so all students who would like to participate can do so. We will continue to assess our program and make adjustments as we see fit.

9. Students gain practical knowledge of all areas of musical theatre. Our Production Company classes begin with an audition for roles, students then rehearse, and help with the sets, props and costumes for the show. Each semester culminates in a fully staged musical production! Our students take pride in all of the work they do and understand what it takes to put a musical theatre production together.

8. Carefully developed musical theatre curriculum. Our musical theatre curriculum is designed to help students gain the many skills needed for theatrical performances and apply them through practical experience at each level. Beginning Musical Theatre students learn the skills of singing, dancing, and acting all at the same time. They are fully integrated into our spring musical. Before moving into the Junior Production Company class, they have the opportunity to participate in summer shows where they play all the leading roles. This prepares them to move into the Production Company classes where they begin to carry the show on their own. As students progress through the program their classes increase in length and they are presented with more challenging material.

7. Vocal instruction with a focus on proper technique and placement. Our vocal instructors work to develop proper technique in students through varied exercises and understanding of vocal anatomy. It is important for students to have a clear understanding of the vocal anatomy, including the respiratory muscles, the larynx and throat structures, and how they affect singing.

6. Vocal instruction is age appropriate in style and content. The vocal folds can be easily injured if singers use harmful techniques. Our vocal instructors do not push kids to sing in styles that can cause injury to the voice or are inappropriate for their age. Music that is age appropriate in content and style is always used.

5. We offer a variety of acting classes. Students, particularly those in high school, can take a variety of acting classes. Classes are available in fundamentals, character study, improv, scene study, monologue study and acting the song.

4. Age appropriate acting material. In our acting classes, students will not be asked to perform inappropriate material or scenes that contain adult language.

3. We offer both group and private piano lessons. By offering both types of instruction we are able to accommodate the varied learning styles of children and allow younger students to sample piano without the financial commitment of a private lesson.

2. Our instructors have high standards for our students and encourage them through positive reinforcement. We expect a lot from our students. Through our many programs they learn responsibility, teamwork, and performance skills. ArtWorks Academy faculty members encourage growth in a positive environment meant to foster the artistic abilities of each child.