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.
Registration for the Spring Semester is Closed.
For questions about class placement, please contact us at 501-396-9679 or broadwaydanceacademy@redcurtaintheatre.com.
For questions about class placement, please contact us at 501-396-9679 or broadwaydanceacademy@redcurtaintheatre.com.
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.
Thursdays 4:15-5:15pm, Studio A
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.
Thursdays 4:15-5:15pm, Studio A
BALLET
PRE-BALLET (Ages 5+, must have started Kindergarten) - 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 4:15-5:00pm, Studio B
BALLET FOUNDATIONS (By placement) – 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 4:30-5:15pm, Studio B
BALLET I (By 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 4:15-5:15pm, Studio B
BALLET II (By 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 5:15-6:15pm, Studio B
BALLET III (By 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. This class meets twice a week.
Mondays 4:15-5:15pm, Studio A
Wednesdays 7:00-8:00pm, Studio B
MEN'S BALLET (Ages 12+) – Ballet is an incredibly athletic art form. This class makes a great cross-training activity for guys looking to up their game or try something new. With an intense combination of cardio and strength training, men will focus on building basic ballet technique while becoming strong, supportive, and talented dancers.
Mondays 6:00-6:45pm, Studio B
PRE-POINTE (By placement) – Pointe shoes require incredible strength in both the ankles and feet. Special exercises will be used to pinpoint the appropriate muscles so that dancers can ascend onto their toes safely and descend with control. The majority of the time spent in this class is at the barre. The curriculum allows ample time to help students build the strength and alignment necessary for pointe work. It also helps instructors assess readiness, which lessens the risk of injury once students are in their shoes. This class can be taken on flat or in pointe shoes at the instructor's discretion.
Wednesdays 6:15-6:45pm, Studio B
POINTE (By placement) – 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. This class meets twice a week.
Mondays 5:15-6:00pm, Studio A
Wednesdays 8:00-8:45pm, Studio B
ADULT BALLET (Ages 18+) – Ballet has a great number of physical, mental, and social benefits for students. Along with its many health advantages, ballet improves energy, cognitive development, posture, and even a student's artisitic development. This class introduces the fundamentals of classical ballet through barre work, center combinations, and across the floor sequences. Classes are slow and thorough to ensure proper alignment and understanding. Maybe you took dance classes when you were young, maybe you never have and are thinking about starting as a beginner. No matter who you are, you don't have to be a professional ballerina to reap the benefits of this class.
Tuesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, Studio A
Tuesdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio A
PRE-BALLET (Ages 5+, must have started Kindergarten) - 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 4:15-5:00pm, Studio B
BALLET FOUNDATIONS (By placement) – 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 4:30-5:15pm, Studio B
BALLET I (By 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 4:15-5:15pm, Studio B
BALLET II (By 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 5:15-6:15pm, Studio B
BALLET III (By 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. This class meets twice a week.
Mondays 4:15-5:15pm, Studio A
Wednesdays 7:00-8:00pm, Studio B
MEN'S BALLET (Ages 12+) – Ballet is an incredibly athletic art form. This class makes a great cross-training activity for guys looking to up their game or try something new. With an intense combination of cardio and strength training, men will focus on building basic ballet technique while becoming strong, supportive, and talented dancers.
Mondays 6:00-6:45pm, Studio B
PRE-POINTE (By placement) – Pointe shoes require incredible strength in both the ankles and feet. Special exercises will be used to pinpoint the appropriate muscles so that dancers can ascend onto their toes safely and descend with control. The majority of the time spent in this class is at the barre. The curriculum allows ample time to help students build the strength and alignment necessary for pointe work. It also helps instructors assess readiness, which lessens the risk of injury once students are in their shoes. This class can be taken on flat or in pointe shoes at the instructor's discretion.
Wednesdays 6:15-6:45pm, Studio B
POINTE (By placement) – 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. This class meets twice a week.
Mondays 5:15-6:00pm, Studio A
Wednesdays 8:00-8:45pm, Studio B
ADULT BALLET (Ages 18+) – Ballet has a great number of physical, mental, and social benefits for students. Along with its many health advantages, ballet improves energy, cognitive development, posture, and even a student's artisitic development. This class introduces the fundamentals of classical ballet through barre work, center combinations, and across the floor sequences. Classes are slow and thorough to ensure proper alignment and understanding. Maybe you took dance classes when you were young, maybe you never have and are thinking about starting as a beginner. No matter who you are, you don't have to be a professional ballerina to reap the benefits of this class.
Tuesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, Studio A
Tuesdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio A
JAZZ – must be enrolled in a ballet class to take these classes
PRE-JAZZ (Ages 5+, must have started Kindergarten) – 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 5:30-6:00pm, Studio B
JAZZ I, JAZZ II, JAZZ III (By 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 Tuesdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio B
Jazz II Thursdays 6:30-7:15, Studio A
Jazz III Wednesdays 4:15-5:00pm, Studio A
PRE-JAZZ (Ages 5+, must have started Kindergarten) – 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 5:30-6:00pm, Studio B
JAZZ I, JAZZ II, JAZZ III (By 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 Tuesdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio B
Jazz II Thursdays 6:30-7:15, Studio A
Jazz III Wednesdays 4:15-5:00pm, Studio A
TAP
PRE-TAP (Ages 5+, must have started Kindergarten) – 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 5:00-5:30pm, Studio B
TAP I, TAP II, TAP III (By 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 IA - Tuesdays 4:30-5:15pm, Studio A
Tap IB - Mondays 7:30-8:15pm, Studio B
Tap II Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio A
Tap III Wednesdays 5:00-5:45pm, Studio A
ADULT TAP I (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 work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary, and will work on basic steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations.
Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, Studio A
Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio B
ADULT TAP II (Ages 18+ with at least two years of recent tap training) – Tap dance uses the sound of the tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. This class focuses on sharpening reflexes and improving memory skills and coordination through more intricate rhythms and combinations. Tap dancing is a great way to develop musicality, timing, and balance.
Wednesdays 6:30-7:15pm, Studio A
PRE-TAP (Ages 5+, must have started Kindergarten) – 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 5:00-5:30pm, Studio B
TAP I, TAP II, TAP III (By 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 IA - Tuesdays 4:30-5:15pm, Studio A
Tap IB - Mondays 7:30-8:15pm, Studio B
Tap II Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio A
Tap III Wednesdays 5:00-5:45pm, Studio A
ADULT TAP I (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 work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary, and will work on basic steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations.
Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, Studio A
Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio B
ADULT TAP II (Ages 18+ with at least two years of recent tap training) – Tap dance uses the sound of the tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. This class focuses on sharpening reflexes and improving memory skills and coordination through more intricate rhythms and combinations. Tap dancing is a great way to develop musicality, timing, and balance.
Wednesdays 6:30-7:15pm, Studio A
HIP HOP
HIP HOP I, HIP HOP II, HIP HOP III (By 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 (Ages 5+, Must have started Kindergarten) Tuesdays 4:00-4:30pm, Studio B
Hip Hop II Thursdays 5:00-5:45pm, Studio B
Hip Hop III Wednesdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio A
HIP HOP I, HIP HOP II, HIP HOP III (By 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 (Ages 5+, Must have started Kindergarten) Tuesdays 4:00-4:30pm, Studio B
Hip Hop II Thursdays 5:00-5:45pm, Studio B
Hip Hop III Wednesdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio A
MODERN – must be enrolled in a ballet class to take these classes
MODERN (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.
Fridays 5:15-6:00pm, Studio A
MODERN (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.
Fridays 5:15-6:00pm, Studio A
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE I (Ages 7-9),
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE II (Ages 10-12)
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE III (Ages 13+ or placement)
ADULT MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE (Ages 18+)
Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Emphasis will be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance by learning choreography from selected musicals. Jazz technique, stylization, and conditioning are also taught and will enhance students' dance education and future performing opportunities.
Musical Theatre Dance I Tuesdays 5:15-5:45pm, Studio A
Musical Theatre Dance II Thursdays 7:15-8:00pm, Studio A
Musical Theatre Dance III Thursdays 8:00-8:45pm, Studio A
Adult Musical Theatre Dance Mondays 6:00-6:45pm, Studio A
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE I (Ages 7-9),
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE II (Ages 10-12)
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE III (Ages 13+ or placement)
ADULT MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE (Ages 18+)
Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Emphasis will be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance by learning choreography from selected musicals. Jazz technique, stylization, and conditioning are also taught and will enhance students' dance education and future performing opportunities.
Musical Theatre Dance I Tuesdays 5:15-5:45pm, Studio A
Musical Theatre Dance II Thursdays 7:15-8:00pm, Studio A
Musical Theatre Dance III Thursdays 8:00-8:45pm, Studio A
Adult Musical Theatre Dance Mondays 6:00-6:45pm, Studio A
ADULT DANCE CLASSES (18+)
ADULT BALLET (Ages 18+) – Ballet has a great number of physical, mental, and social benefits for students. Along with its many health advantages, ballet improves energy, cognitive development, posture, and even a student's artisitic development. This class introduces the fundamentals of classical ballet through barre work, center combinations, and across the floor sequences. Classes are slow and thorough to ensure proper alignment and understanding. Maybe you took dance classes when you were young, maybe you never have and are thinking about starting as a beginner. No matter who you are, you don't have to be a professional ballerina to reap the benefits of this class.
Tuesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, Studio A
Tuesdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio A
ADULT TAP I (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 work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary, and will work on basic steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations.
Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, Studio A
Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio B
ADULT TAP II (Ages 18+ with at least two years of recent tap training) – Tap dance uses the sound of the tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. This class focuses on sharpening reflexes and improving memory skills and coordination through more intricate rhythms and combinations. Tap dancing is a great way to develop musicality, timing, and balance.
Wednesdays 6:30-7:15pm, Studio A
ADULT MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE – Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Emphasis will be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance by learning choreography from selected musicals. Jazz technique, stylization, and conditioning are also taught and will enhance students' dance education and future performing opportunities.
Mondays 6:00-6:45pm, Studio A
ADULT BALLET (Ages 18+) – Ballet has a great number of physical, mental, and social benefits for students. Along with its many health advantages, ballet improves energy, cognitive development, posture, and even a student's artisitic development. This class introduces the fundamentals of classical ballet through barre work, center combinations, and across the floor sequences. Classes are slow and thorough to ensure proper alignment and understanding. Maybe you took dance classes when you were young, maybe you never have and are thinking about starting as a beginner. No matter who you are, you don't have to be a professional ballerina to reap the benefits of this class.
Tuesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, Studio A
Tuesdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio A
ADULT TAP I (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 work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary, and will work on basic steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations.
Wednesdays 11:30am-12:15pm, Studio A
Thursdays 5:45-6:30pm, Studio B
ADULT TAP II (Ages 18+ with at least two years of recent tap training) – Tap dance uses the sound of the tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. This class focuses on sharpening reflexes and improving memory skills and coordination through more intricate rhythms and combinations. Tap dancing is a great way to develop musicality, timing, and balance.
Wednesdays 6:30-7:15pm, Studio A
ADULT MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE – Musical Theater Dance is the study of Broadway dance and dance styles. Emphasis will be placed on learning performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance by learning choreography from selected musicals. Jazz technique, stylization, and conditioning are also taught and will enhance students' dance education and future performing opportunities.
Mondays 6:00-6:45pm, Studio A
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.
Tuesdays 5:15-5:45pm, Studio B
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.
Tuesdays 5:15-5:45pm, Studio B
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 participate 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 participate in the year end showcase.
Please make note of the Spring Schedule, Tuition Rates, and Dress Code below.
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Registration for the spring semester is now closed. Registration for the summer semester will be announced May 1.