Broadway Dance Academy at Red Curtain Theatre is proud to offer dance classes that cater to both pre-professional and recreational students ages 3 through adult. We provide exceptional training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, modern, and musical theatre, as well as dance fitness classes focused on stretching, strengthening, toning, body conditioning, and overall health. Our goal is to create well-rounded, outstanding dancers, while inspiring their creativity and encouraging them to push themselves to become extraordinary performers.
SPRING CLASSES BEGIN JANUARY 14!
Students are placed by age, then advance by skill level
Students are placed by age, then advance by skill level
CREATIVE MOVEMENT
CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Ages 3-5) - Younger students are introduced to the basics of dance in a fun, creative way focusing on the joy of dance through imaginative stories, music and games, while also providing developmentally focused movement experiences that will be used later in formal ballet classes. Classes are narrative in nature as students are led through a series of movement stories and ballet/tap based activities that appeal to both girls and boys. 30 minutes of ballet and 30 minutes of tap with an in-class performance at the end of the year. (Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00pm)
CREATIVE MOVEMENT (Ages 3-5) - Younger students are introduced to the basics of dance in a fun, creative way focusing on the joy of dance through imaginative stories, music and games, while also providing developmentally focused movement experiences that will be used later in formal ballet classes. Classes are narrative in nature as students are led through a series of movement stories and ballet/tap based activities that appeal to both girls and boys. 30 minutes of ballet and 30 minutes of tap with an in-class performance at the end of the year. (Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00pm)
BALLET
PRE-BALLET (Ages 6-9) - The goal of this class is to impart the fundamentals of classical ballet and is a prelude to formal ballet instruction. Classes will introduce children to music and movement through a structured classroom that emphasizes creativity and group interactions. Students will understand turn-out, coordination, proper body alignment, French terminology, and musicality. Students will also be presented to elementary barre and center work. (Mondays 4:00-4:45pm)
BALLET FOUNDATIONS (Beginners Ages 11+) – This class targets students who began their dance training at a later age and need a more technical foundation. Classes will consist of barre exercises that focus on proper alignment as well as the steps which foster core strength, leg strength, and flexibility. More complicated steps are broken down and combinations are reviewed as much as necessary. (Tuesdays 4:15-5:00pm)
BALLET I (Ages 9+ with previous ballet experience, new students are required to attend an audition to determine their placement) – Dancers will couple learning proper terminology and reasoning for ballet exercises and positions, with the fun of dancing combinations. New vocabulary continues to be introduced and more challenging exercises are developed. Each exercise is designed to strengthen a specific area of the body and create musculature necessary for the demands of classical ballet. Correct turnout and posture are expected from students in this level. (Wednesdays 4:00-5:00pm)
BALLET II (Ages 11+ with previous ballet experience, new students are required to attend an audition to determine their placement) – As with each level, students are invited to this class after they have demonstrated a full understanding of the previous level. Body alignment and muscle awareness will determine progress. This class will focus on positions of the arms, direction of the body, increased movement vocabulary, and repetition and retention. Special attention is paid to the proper extension of the legs and shape of the feet and developing movement sequences. Students will see an increase in difficulty in barre and center work. (Wednesdays 5:00-6:00pm)
BALLET III (Ages 13+ with previous ballet experience, new students are required to attend an audition to determine their placement) – Training at this level will become more serious and students are invited to this class once they have demonstrated full understanding of the previous level. This class will pay attention to fine details, use of the upper body, breath of movement and expression, as well as an increasingly advanced repertory of steps. Students will increase their skills in flexibility, strength, and rounding out their ballet vocabulary. Repetition and slow careful work is emphasized, with the students learning discipline and control of their bodies. (Mondays 7:00-8:00pm)
POINTE II/ III (By placement only) – This class will only be offered to students who demonstrate sufficient strength and ability, and who have undergone an evaluation. Previous and current ballet classes are mandatory. Students will learn the basics of Pointe shoes, how to care for them and how to properly wear them. Majority of this class will be taught at the barre as students learn balance and weight distribution while gaining strength. Safety and minimizing risk are top priorities so if a weakness or lack of strength is detected, a student may be asked to participate in the class in ballet shoes. (Mondays 8:00-8:45pm)
PRE-BALLET (Ages 6-9) - The goal of this class is to impart the fundamentals of classical ballet and is a prelude to formal ballet instruction. Classes will introduce children to music and movement through a structured classroom that emphasizes creativity and group interactions. Students will understand turn-out, coordination, proper body alignment, French terminology, and musicality. Students will also be presented to elementary barre and center work. (Mondays 4:00-4:45pm)
BALLET FOUNDATIONS (Beginners Ages 11+) – This class targets students who began their dance training at a later age and need a more technical foundation. Classes will consist of barre exercises that focus on proper alignment as well as the steps which foster core strength, leg strength, and flexibility. More complicated steps are broken down and combinations are reviewed as much as necessary. (Tuesdays 4:15-5:00pm)
BALLET I (Ages 9+ with previous ballet experience, new students are required to attend an audition to determine their placement) – Dancers will couple learning proper terminology and reasoning for ballet exercises and positions, with the fun of dancing combinations. New vocabulary continues to be introduced and more challenging exercises are developed. Each exercise is designed to strengthen a specific area of the body and create musculature necessary for the demands of classical ballet. Correct turnout and posture are expected from students in this level. (Wednesdays 4:00-5:00pm)
BALLET II (Ages 11+ with previous ballet experience, new students are required to attend an audition to determine their placement) – As with each level, students are invited to this class after they have demonstrated a full understanding of the previous level. Body alignment and muscle awareness will determine progress. This class will focus on positions of the arms, direction of the body, increased movement vocabulary, and repetition and retention. Special attention is paid to the proper extension of the legs and shape of the feet and developing movement sequences. Students will see an increase in difficulty in barre and center work. (Wednesdays 5:00-6:00pm)
BALLET III (Ages 13+ with previous ballet experience, new students are required to attend an audition to determine their placement) – Training at this level will become more serious and students are invited to this class once they have demonstrated full understanding of the previous level. This class will pay attention to fine details, use of the upper body, breath of movement and expression, as well as an increasingly advanced repertory of steps. Students will increase their skills in flexibility, strength, and rounding out their ballet vocabulary. Repetition and slow careful work is emphasized, with the students learning discipline and control of their bodies. (Mondays 7:00-8:00pm)
POINTE II/ III (By placement only) – This class will only be offered to students who demonstrate sufficient strength and ability, and who have undergone an evaluation. Previous and current ballet classes are mandatory. Students will learn the basics of Pointe shoes, how to care for them and how to properly wear them. Majority of this class will be taught at the barre as students learn balance and weight distribution while gaining strength. Safety and minimizing risk are top priorities so if a weakness or lack of strength is detected, a student may be asked to participate in the class in ballet shoes. (Mondays 8:00-8:45pm)
JAZZ – must be enrolled in a ballet class to take these classes
PRE-JAZZ (Ages 6-9) – Jazz dance is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps, and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Students will focus of learning proper technique such as isolations of the body, improving performance quality and developing complex rhythm and patterns. Students will be exposed to various styles of jazz such as street and lyrical to help develop a well-rounded dancer. (Mondays 5:15-5:45pm)
JAZZ I (Ages 9-11 or placement), JAZZ II (Ages 12-14 or placement), JAZZ III (Ages 15+ or placement) – Jazz dance is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps, and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. These classes will give students an opportunity to push themselves technically while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up, progressions, and combinations will use classic jazz techniques to develop students’ musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. Jazz styles include classical, jazz funk, street, and lyrical/contemporary. (Jazz I Thursdays 4:00-4:45pm, Jazz II Thursdays 8:00-8:45pm, Jazz III Wednesdays 6:00-6:45pm)
PRE-JAZZ (Ages 6-9) – Jazz dance is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps, and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. Students will focus of learning proper technique such as isolations of the body, improving performance quality and developing complex rhythm and patterns. Students will be exposed to various styles of jazz such as street and lyrical to help develop a well-rounded dancer. (Mondays 5:15-5:45pm)
JAZZ I (Ages 9-11 or placement), JAZZ II (Ages 12-14 or placement), JAZZ III (Ages 15+ or placement) – Jazz dance is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps, and quick turns. To excel in jazz, dancers need a strong background in ballet, as it encourages grace and balance. These classes will give students an opportunity to push themselves technically while further developing their performative range and individual artistic voice. The warm-up, progressions, and combinations will use classic jazz techniques to develop students’ musicality, athleticism, alignment, and performance. Jazz styles include classical, jazz funk, street, and lyrical/contemporary. (Jazz I Thursdays 4:00-4:45pm, Jazz II Thursdays 8:00-8:45pm, Jazz III Wednesdays 6:00-6:45pm)
TAP
PRE-TAP (Ages 6-9) – Tap class is often characterized by rhythm, dynamics, and varying sounds created by the dancer. The class emphasizes proper tap technique, producing clear tap sounds, and having fun. Exercises in this class will focus on building flexibility of the knee and ankles, coordination, and speed appropriate movement. (Mondays 4:45-5:15pm)
TAP FOUNDATIONS (Beginners Ages 13+) - This class provides the fundamental steps for students who began dancing at a later age. Students will focus on tap techniques, the development of the ear, and the ability to understand rhythms and music through dance. (returning Fall 2019)
TAP I (Ages 9-11 or placement) and TAP II (Ages 12-14 or placement), TAP III (Ages 15+ or placement) - Tap class is often characterized by rhythm, dynamics, and varying sounds created by the dancer. Students will continue to develop tap technique and terminology and will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed and developing style. (Tap I Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, Tap II Thursdays 7:15-8:00pm, Tap III Wednesdays 6:45-7:30pm)
ADULT TAP (Ages 18+) – Get on your feet and make some noise! This beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Students will learn a variety of tap styles including rhythm tap, hoofing, and Broadway tap. (Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm or Wednesdays 8:15-9:00pm)
PRE-TAP (Ages 6-9) – Tap class is often characterized by rhythm, dynamics, and varying sounds created by the dancer. The class emphasizes proper tap technique, producing clear tap sounds, and having fun. Exercises in this class will focus on building flexibility of the knee and ankles, coordination, and speed appropriate movement. (Mondays 4:45-5:15pm)
TAP FOUNDATIONS (Beginners Ages 13+) - This class provides the fundamental steps for students who began dancing at a later age. Students will focus on tap techniques, the development of the ear, and the ability to understand rhythms and music through dance. (returning Fall 2019)
TAP I (Ages 9-11 or placement) and TAP II (Ages 12-14 or placement), TAP III (Ages 15+ or placement) - Tap class is often characterized by rhythm, dynamics, and varying sounds created by the dancer. Students will continue to develop tap technique and terminology and will further develop skills including musicality and sound clarity with an added focus on increasing speed and developing style. (Tap I Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, Tap II Thursdays 7:15-8:00pm, Tap III Wednesdays 6:45-7:30pm)
ADULT TAP (Ages 18+) – Get on your feet and make some noise! This beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Students will learn a variety of tap styles including rhythm tap, hoofing, and Broadway tap. (Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm or Wednesdays 8:15-9:00pm)
HIP HOP
HIP HOP I (Ages 6-9 or placement), HIP HOP II (Ages 10-14 or placement), HIP HOP III (Ages 15+ or placement) - Hip hop is an upbeat urban style of dance that is forever evolving. This will be a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore, class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements. (Hip Hop I Thursdays 5:15-5:45pm, Hip Hop II Thursdays 6:30-7:15, Hip Hop III Wednesdays 7:30-8:15pm)
HIP HOP I (Ages 6-9 or placement), HIP HOP II (Ages 10-14 or placement), HIP HOP III (Ages 15+ or placement) - Hip hop is an upbeat urban style of dance that is forever evolving. This will be a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Hip hop dance requires students to have the strength and stamina to successfully perform moves. Therefore, class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up to help prepare students for more intense movements. (Hip Hop I Thursdays 5:15-5:45pm, Hip Hop II Thursdays 6:30-7:15, Hip Hop III Wednesdays 7:30-8:15pm)
MODERN – must be enrolled in a ballet class to take these classes
MODERN I (Ages 9+ or placement) – Modern dance focuses on movement as a physical expression of emotion. These classes will incorporate and eclectic blend of post-modern movements including suspension and release, fall and recovery, and the use of momentum and movement. Modern dance allows students to explore their individual dance style outside of the structure of traditional ballet and jazz classes. (Tuesdays 5:00-5:45pm)
MODERN I (Ages 9+ or placement) – Modern dance focuses on movement as a physical expression of emotion. These classes will incorporate and eclectic blend of post-modern movements including suspension and release, fall and recovery, and the use of momentum and movement. Modern dance allows students to explore their individual dance style outside of the structure of traditional ballet and jazz classes. (Tuesdays 5:00-5:45pm)
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE I (Ages 8-12) and MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE II (Ages 13+ or placement) - Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Young students as well as teens and adults will learn choreography from selected musicals each week. Emphasis will also be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance and facial expressions as well as having a show-stopping stage presence. (Musical Theatre Dance I Thursdays 4:45-5:15pm, Musical Theatre Dance II Tuesdays 5:45-6:30pm)
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE I (Ages 8-12) and MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE II (Ages 13+ or placement) - Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Young students as well as teens and adults will learn choreography from selected musicals each week. Emphasis will also be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance and facial expressions as well as having a show-stopping stage presence. (Musical Theatre Dance I Thursdays 4:45-5:15pm, Musical Theatre Dance II Tuesdays 5:45-6:30pm)
ADULT DANCE CLASSES
ADULT DANCE (Ages 18+) – This is a great way for adults to dabble in lots of different styles of dance as well as staying active throughout the week. Adults will get the chance to experience multiple genres in this class including, hip hop, jazz, ballet, and modern each week. They’ll enjoy a fusion of good beats and dynamic dance moves while having a great time! (Mondays 5:45-6:30pm)
ADULT TAP (Ages 18+) – Get on your feet and make some noise! This beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Students will learn a variety of tap styles including rhythm tap, hoofing, and Broadway tap. (Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm or Wednesdays 8:15-9:00pm)
ADULT DANCE (Ages 18+) – This is a great way for adults to dabble in lots of different styles of dance as well as staying active throughout the week. Adults will get the chance to experience multiple genres in this class including, hip hop, jazz, ballet, and modern each week. They’ll enjoy a fusion of good beats and dynamic dance moves while having a great time! (Mondays 5:45-6:30pm)
ADULT TAP (Ages 18+) – Get on your feet and make some noise! This beginner level class will focus on proper instruction of how to articulate your feet and ankles as well as explore musicality, rhythm, and syncopation. Students will learn a variety of tap styles including rhythm tap, hoofing, and Broadway tap. (Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm or Wednesdays 8:15-9:00pm)
DANCE FITNESS
BODY CONDITIONING (Ages 12+) – Dancers are not only artists but also athletes, and therefore deal with the risk of injury. Conditioning students in functional strength and flexibility while teaching them the appropriate way to use their bodies decreases the chance of injury. This class is designed to help tone dancers as well as build proper strength and flexibility. Arms, legs, feet, and core muscles will be targeted each week. Body conditioning is designed to give students the confidence and stamina they will need in order to become intelligent, well-rounded artists with self-awareness. (Fridays 4:00-4:30pm)
BELLY DANCING (Ages 18+) – Belly dance is an ancient art form. This class will utilize basic movements such as shimmies, hip drops, and undulations all while focusing on fitness and fun. (Mondays 6:30-7:00pm)
BODY CONDITIONING (Ages 12+) – Dancers are not only artists but also athletes, and therefore deal with the risk of injury. Conditioning students in functional strength and flexibility while teaching them the appropriate way to use their bodies decreases the chance of injury. This class is designed to help tone dancers as well as build proper strength and flexibility. Arms, legs, feet, and core muscles will be targeted each week. Body conditioning is designed to give students the confidence and stamina they will need in order to become intelligent, well-rounded artists with self-awareness. (Fridays 4:00-4:30pm)
BELLY DANCING (Ages 18+) – Belly dance is an ancient art form. This class will utilize basic movements such as shimmies, hip drops, and undulations all while focusing on fitness and fun. (Mondays 6:30-7:00pm)
CLASS CARDS
CLASS CARDS ($150/TEN CLASSES) - Class Cards are available for purchase for all adult dance classes. Class Cards allow drop-in participation in ten classes during the semester. Class cards are non-refundable and non-transferable. Class Card holders will not participant in the year end showcase.
CLASS CARDS ($150/TEN CLASSES) - Class Cards are available for purchase for all adult dance classes. Class Cards allow drop-in participation in ten classes during the semester. Class cards are non-refundable and non-transferable. Class Card holders will not participant in the year end showcase.
Please make note of the Spring Schedule, Tuition Rates, and Dress Code below. Once registration is complete, you will be emailed an invoice for your annual registration fee and tuition.
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