Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premier Dance & Arts Education in Atlanta
Dance & Arts Showcase has been dedicated to the art of dance since its founding in 1972. Our studio provides a nurturing environment where qualified instructors foster strong student-teacher relationships while delivering a comprehensive curriculum in ballet, tap, jazz, creative movement, and hip hop. With decades of experience, our team also offers piano and guitar instruction for children and adults, emphasizing technical excellence and artistic expression.Led by award-winning director Jean Shapiro, a former principal dancer and television producer, we combine personalized attention with a legacy of excellence to help students of all ages discover their potential through the performing arts.
Services
Ballet Classes
Tap Dance
Jazz Instruction
Hip Hop Workshops
Piano Lessons
Guitar Classes
Creative Movement
Pointe Training
Senior Dance
Musical Theater
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Award-winning director with 50+ years of teaching experience
- Comprehensive curriculum covering multiple dance styles and music instruction
- Personalized attention in age-appropriate class groupings
- Recognized in Who's Who in American Education and local awards
- Family-friendly environment with flexible class scheduling options
Services
Ballet Classes
Our ballet program teaches Vaganova and Cecchetti techniques to students aged 2 through teens. Classes focus on proper posture, graceful movements, and foundational dance skills. Instructors emphasize technical precision while nurturing artistic expression through age-appropriate choreography.
Tap Dance
Tap classes combine musicality with coordination for ages 2 to adults. Students learn rhythmic patterns and improvisation techniques while developing auditory skills. Senior classes offer low-impact exercise options for adults over 50 years old.
Music Instruction
We offer piano and guitar lessons for ages 6 to adult. Private instruction covers classical and contemporary styles with flexible scheduling options. Lessons focus on technical development, music theory, and performance preparation through personalized instruction plans.
Hip Hop Dance
Hip hop classes teach choreographed routines to popular music for ages 5 through teens. Curriculum emphasizes rhythm, body isolation, and creative expression through modern street dance techniques. Classes incorporate current trends while building foundational movement skills.
Creative Movement
Designed for ages 2-3, this introductory class combines ballet basics with imaginative play. Students develop motor skills through prop-based activities and music while learning classroom etiquette in a playful, engaging environment.
People
Jean Shapiro
Director & Owner
Jean Shapiro has taught dance since 1972, founded the Georgia Tech Ballet Club, and received the Golden Peach Award for Best Teacher. She continues to teach daily classes while maintaining family business operations.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for dance classes?
We offer classes for children as young as 2 years old through adult programs, with specific groupings for different skill levels and age ranges.
How do I register for classes?
Complete our online registration and pay the $40 registration fee plus first month's tuition before classes begin to secure your spot in the desired program.
Do you offer payment plan options?
Yes, we provide monthly payments, discounted multi-class packages, and quarterly payment options for dance instruction with flexible scheduling available.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
Our annual June recital at Infinity Energy Arena features all students in professionally produced performances showcasing their year's training achievements.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
Our instructors include award-winning professionals with decades of experience, including former Atlanta Ballet members and nationally recognized educators in dance and music fields.
Reviews (1)
Michelle C.
Nov 15, 2020
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My little one is loving her ballet & tap classes here. She always soo happy to come here and leaves talking a lot about her classes. I would give 6 stars to this place if I could. They do beautiful recitals at Energy Duluth Arena. Instructors are SOO sweet and flexible. I'm glad I've chosen this place. Good parking lot. Easy location to find.
